Raleigh Amazon handlebar rise?

[joshrk994]

Can the handlebars be lifted higher on a Raleigh Amazon bike as it's a short stem , how would I do this ? Thanks

 

[Cycleops]

Is it a quill stem or a threadless steerer? I suspect the former due to the bikes age so it's just a question of releasing the quill bung and pulling the stem up. Be careful not to pull it up too far.
Depending on how far you want to raise it you might need longer brake and gear cables. Check you have sufficient slack in them by turning the bars lock to lock.
To release the quill bung you need to unscrew the bolt (C) that runs through the middle about half an inch or so and hit it down with a mallet. This will release the bung (D) in the steerer tube (B) and the bars/stem will be free to move in the head tube. When in the required position tighten the bolt to lock it.



Hello Josh and to the forum.

 

[goldcoastjon]

On most modern stems, there is a "limit line" that should never be visible once your stem is adjusted and tightened: if it IS visible, the stem is far too high and it could fail (break) or come loose.

 

[midlife]

If the limit line appears and you still want it higher there are designs that allow this with a longer/ stiffer bit that goes in the frame.

Nitto do a nice one, can't remember the name.... Pearl?

 

[joshrk994]

Yes it doesn't rise very high on this bike thats why ask can it be raised with additional accessories or not thanks

 

[Cycleops]

If you want it much higher you will be better off with new bars.