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Step 4Reattach the handle bars & seat:
While the handle bars are off the bike, rotate the seat clamp so that it is aligned parallel to the seat top and slide it on to the handlebar stem shaft as shown in the image. Slide the handlebar, seat and stem assembly back in to the head tube of the bike, align the handlebars with the forks and then tighten the stem bolt.
Loosen the handle bar nut so that your can rotate the handle bars up or forwards to create the best antler-like effect. The amount of rotation will depend on the type of handlebars you have and the effect that you want to create. Slide and angle the seat up or down for the best head-like appearance and then tighten the seat clamp as well.
Options: Old 10 speed style bars with the secondary brake levers give the best look for reindeer - either as just a head mount or with the full body. Mountain bikes with the extra bar ends can make a decent moose. Old single or 3-speed roadster or cruiser style handlebars make a fair deer or steer look. Three examples (reindeer, moose, deer) are show in the images.
Loosen the handle bar nut so that your can rotate the handle bars up or forwards to create the best antler-like effect. The amount of rotation will depend on the type of handlebars you have and the effect that you want to create. Slide and angle the seat up or down for the best head-like appearance and then tighten the seat clamp as well.
Options: Old 10 speed style bars with the secondary brake levers give the best look for reindeer - either as just a head mount or with the full body. Mountain bikes with the extra bar ends can make a decent moose. Old single or 3-speed roadster or cruiser style handlebars make a fair deer or steer look. Three examples (reindeer, moose, deer) are show in the images.
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