Octagon OEM Spec Advantages
 Factory headset adjustment: Allows headset to be adjusted at OE factory. Then ships adjusted.
 No dealer headset adjustment necessary: Dealer simply inserts stem into headtube with no headset adjustment needed.
 Saves dealer time during addembly: With no steer tube cutting and no headset adjustment, significant time is saved when assembling bikes.
 Easily demonstrate-able feature: Dealer can easily demonstrate tool free height adjust to customer.
 Never before seen feature: Differentiates bike model from competitors' as no others currently offer this feature in the U.S. market.
 Alleviates major consumer complaint: Many consumers complain about riding position - especially with A-head headset bikes. Octagon stems solve this problem.
 Forces minimum insertion: When consumers raise their quill stems, they do not always notice the minimum insertion line.
 Reduces number of bicycle SKU's: The adjustability of Octagon allows for fewer frame sizes to fit a wider range of rider sizes. Sell the same amount of bikes with less SKUs.
TECH GUIDE
No Tools Needed
Up to 120mm of handlebar height adjustment made available without the use of tools. This allows the rider to find the most comfortable riding position to fit the current riding conditions.
Ergonomics
Octagon stems provide the rider with a more upright and ergonomic riding position at the push of a button. This allows for a range of riding positions ideal for those who use the same bike for multiple purposes.
Minimum Insertion
With a traditional quill-type stem, the rider can easily disregard minimum insertion. The Octagon features an automatic locking system that will not allow the stem to be raised past minimum insertion.
Safety Warning
Octagon recommends that steering components always be installed and serviced by an experienced, professional bicycle mechanic. When installing a handlebar, stem, or fork, the bicycle dealer must read and follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer with the product or on the manufacturer's website. Following manufacturer's instructions and using common sense in selecting, installing and maintaining components are the best ways to avoid failure and to minimize the inherent risks of cycling.
In selecting steering components, you should consider:
Inspect frequently: Steering components should be inspected before every ride for cracking or other signs of potential failure
Torque: Most Steering components now have specific torque requirements for tightening fasteners. Follow these requirements and use a properly calibrated torque wrench to tighten all fasteners.