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PART II
WATER BOTTLES
Side impacts to a water bottle or cage can result in
damage threaded inserts due to the leverage on a very
small area. In a crash, certainly the last thing you
should be worried about is saving the threaded inserts
in your frame. However, when you are storing or
transporting your bike, take steps to prevent situations
where a water bottle may be hit or bumped by a
strong force that would cause damage. Remove bottle
and cage when you are packing your bike for travel.
Periodically check the attachment of the bottle cage;
tighten the cage bolts if necessary. Don’t ride with a
loose bottle cage. Riding with loose cage bolts can
produce a rocking motion or vibration of the attached
cage. A loose cage will damage the insert and possibly
lead to the inserts to pull out. It may be possible to
repair a loose insert, or install another insert only
if the frame is undamaged. Replacement requires
the use of a special tool. If you notice damage to
the threaded insert, please ask your Authorized GT
Dealer for help.
CAUTION
WATER BOTTLES - An impact, crash, or loose
bottle cage can result in damage to your frame.
This kind of damage is not covered by the GT
Limited Warranty.