How to Build Up a Bike

Step 21 Knock

So at tis point you should pretty much have a built bike. But we need to make sure the headset is tight. So put the bike on the ground, grab the front brake and move the bike back and forth, do you notice any knock in the headset? If so, loosen the stem, tighten the top cap until the knock goes away, then tighten the stem back up.

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Had this problem this morning before heading out on my ride. I wasn't sure the proper way to fix it, but remembered it being mentioned in this article. In a few minutes my headset was as good as new. Thanks!