6. GEN ERAL NOT ES A B O UT ASS EMB LY
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive assembly, use, service, repair or maintenance
guide. Please see your Authorized Specialized Retailer for all service, repairs, or maintenance.
Your Authorized Specialized Retailer may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics or books
on bicycle use, service, repair, and maintenance.
The Allez E5 Disc models are equipped with standard eyelets for front and rear fenders and
rear racks.
Allez E5 Disc forks are not compatible with crown-mounted cargo racks, such as the
Specialized Pizza Rack.
Tire sizes vary significantly from brand to brand. CEN standards require a minimum of 6mm
of clearance between the frame/fork and the tires. When choosing a wheel and tire combo,
factor in enough clearance for the conditions, setup and wheel flex.
WARNING! Due to the high degree of complexity of the Allez E5 Disc, proper
assembly requires a high degree of mechanical expertise, skill, training and
specialty tools. Therefore, it is essential that the assembly, maintenance and
troubleshooting be performed by an Authorized Specialized Retailer.
WARNING! Some components on the Allez E5 Disc are proprietary to the Allez
E5 Disc. Only use originally supplied components and hardware at all times. Use
of other components or hardware will compromise the integrity and strength
of the assembly. Allez E5 Disc specific components should only be used on the
Allez E5 Disc and not on other bicycles, even if they fit. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Never modify your frame or components in any way. Do not sand,
drill, file, or remove parts. Do not install incompatible forks or components. An
improperly modified frame, fork, or component, can cause you to lose control
and fall.
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6 .1. REQUI RED TOO LS & TORQU E S PECI FIC ATIO NS
For all non-Specialized components, please refer to the manufacturer's
manuals for tools and torque settings.
CAUTION: Ensure that all contact surfaces are clean and bolt threads are
greased or have a threadlocker compound (refer to the instructions for each
bolt) prior to installation.
Many bolts have a blue threadlocker patch on the threads to help secure the
bolt under torque. Repeated installation and removal of a bolt may reduce the
effectiveness of the patch. However, it can be replaced with the application of
a liquid blue threadlocker.
WARNING! Correct tightening force on fasteners (nuts, bolts, screws) on your
bicycle is important for your safety. If too little force is applied, the fastener
may not hold securely. If too much force is applied, the fastener can strip
threads, stretch, deform or break. Either way, incorrect tightening force can
result in component failure, which can cause you to lose control and fall.
Where indicated, ensure that each bolt is torqued to specification. After your
first ride, and consistently thereafter, recheck the tightness of each bolt to
ensure secure attachment of the components. Following is a summary of
torque specifications in this manual.
2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6 mm hex bits
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
LOCATION
WATER BOTTLE / ACCESSORY BAG BOLTS
REAR DISC BRAKE MOUNTS
REAR THRU-AXLE
REAR DERAILLEUR HANGER BOLT
SEATPOST CLAMP BOLT
High-quality grease
Blue threadlocker
TORQUE
TOOL
Nm
3 mm HEX
3
4 mm HEX
8
6 mm HEX
15
4 mm HEX
4.5
5 mm HEX
6.2
in-lbf
27
71
133
40
55