PRAXIS M30 Bsa Threaded Bottom Bracket Installation Guide
- June 4, 2024
- PRAXIS
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PRAXIS M30 Bsa Threaded Bottom Bracket
SAFETY INFORMATION – READ BEFORE RIDE
Since specific tools and experience are necessary for proper installation, it is recommended that the product be installed by a qualified bicycle technician. Read the service instructions of your crank carefully prior to installing the parts. Loose, worn or damaged parts may cause riding problems and serious injury may occur as a result. If installation and adjustments are not carried out correctly, the chain may come off and this may cause you to fall off the bicycle which could result in serious injury. Read these instructions carefully, and keep them for later use.
- Ensure that the BSA frame shell is clean.
- Apply Anti-Seize to the drive cup threads and smooth taper area before installing.
- Before riding the bicycle, check that there is no play or looseness in the bottom bracket connection. Also, be sure to retighten the crankarms and pedals at periodic intervals.
- If you feel any looseness or ‘play’ in the bearings, the bottom bracket should be inspected/replaced.
- Be sure to read the instructions for your front chainrings/crank in conjunction with these service instructions.
- Do not wash the bottom bracket with high-pressure jets of water.
- For maximum performance it is required to remove and periodically inspect/clean your Praxis Works bottom bracket.
- Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration resulting from normal use.
- For any questions regarding methods of installation, adjustment, maintenance or operation, please contact a professional bicycle dealer or call Praxis Works.
- Praxis Works assumes no responsibility for damages or injury related to improperly installed components.
READ THE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE PROVIDED ON THE OTHER SIDE.
WARRANTY
- Praxis Works Bottom Bracket products are warrantied to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years after original purchase. The warranty is non-transferable and valid to the original purchaser of the product only.
- Any attempt to modify the product in any way such as drilling, grinding or painting will void the warranty.
- This warranty is not valid for “abused” or neglected products, or products that are damaged by improper installation.
- If a defect is found, our entire liability and your sole remedy shall be, at our option, free repair or replacement of the Praxis product.
- Except as expressly required by law, Praxis Works shall not be held liable for any indirect, special, or consequential damages.
THIS WRITTEN EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary state to state. For more information on warranty policy and instructions for completing a warranty claim, check out the Full Warranty Policy found at our website. www.praxis-works.com
Note: specifications are subject to change without notice. © AUG 2022 by Praxis Works, LLC Rev L
M30 BSA | Compatibility and Spec
CRANKSET| Compatible with Praxis M30 Cranks.
FRAME SHELL| BSA 68mm Road Frames | BSA 68/73mm MTB Frames
REQUIRED TOOLS
- One Praxis M30 BB Tool
- 3/8” Drive Torque Wrench
- Anti-Seize Compound
- Waterproof Grease
| Number | INCLUDED PARTS BELOW | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | 28mm ID X 2mm Dust Cover (Stepped Cover) | 1 |
| 2. | Non-Drive Side (L) Cup 28mm ID Bearing | 1 |
| 3. | BB Cup Spacer for 68mm MTN ONLY | 1 |
| 4. | Moisture Seal | 1 |
| 5. | BB Cup Spacer for 68mm MTN ONLY | 1 |
| 6. | Drive Side (R) Cup 30mm ID Bearing | 1 |
| 7. | 30mm ID X 1mm Dust Cover | 1 |
| 8. | 30mm ID X 2mm Dust Cover | 1 |
| 9. | 30mm ID X 3mm Dust Cover | 1 |
| 10 | 30mm ID X 4mm Dust Cover | 1 |
| 11. | 30mm ID X 5mm Dust Cover | 1 |
| 12 | Wave Washer | 1 |
LEFT/NON-DRIVE
- PARTS IDENTIFICATION USE ONLY
RIGHT/DRIVE 30mm I.D.
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BOTTOM BRACKET INSTALLATION
VIP : The included 2 Cup Spacers are ONLY used for MTN bike cranks on 68mm wide frames!
- Apply grease or antisieze to the frame & BB cup threads
- Locate, read and follow the directional arrows on the cups
- Thread the Right/Drive cup into the frame’s Right/Drive side
- Thread the Left/Non-Drive cup with the attached moisture seal into the frame’s Left/Non-Drive side
- Finish by tightening both cups to 40Nm of torque with a Praxis M30 Tool
- See next page to find correct Dust Covers for your crank. Lightly grease underside of Dust Covers and place them over bearings with logos facing outward. Now you can install your Praxis crank
- CRANK INSTALLATION *
Please see CRANK instructions at www.praxiscycles.com/manuals
BB DUST COVER SETUP
BB DUST COVER GUIDE
- “DM” = DIRECT MOUNT SPIDER (Removable Spider)
- “NON-DM = NOT DIRECT MOUNT SPIDER (Pressed-On Spider)
- “DM GR” = DIRECT MOUNT SPIDER – GRAVEL CRANK (Removeable Spider “GR” crank)