Dura Ace 7400 downtube shifter setup not right. Or is it me?

[foz]

Sounds like you've got it. The lever will not sit parallel to the DT, but slightly above it - it's designed like this so that it's easier to front shift with your right hand

 

[Holiocornolio]

Sounds like you've got it. The lever will not sit parallel to the DT, but slightly above it - it's designed like this so that it's easier to front shift with your right hand

Aha, that makes sense. In fact, because most of my riding is done on a more modern bike, shifting is far from second nature on this bike, added to which, having just 14 ratios to chose from and a fairly limited range I'm using the front changer a lot more than I would usually. A couple of times this afternoon I found myself reaching through the frame with my right hand to shift front cogs and telling myself off afterwards! Nice to know that it's intended to be done that way.

 

[juice.bikes]

Ok so I did this and it kind of works. The stop is now at the front of the lever travel, although not with the lever parallel to the downtube. Nevertheless it's a better solution than I had before and has the added bonus that the extra tension in the lever spring also helps prevent the lever slopping forward a bit. Thanks

Ah yes, it wont be parallel - just double checked my daily ride. it should sit where gear 2 is on the drive side when pushed down but spring up a few mm when let go. I can get some photos if you still can't get it 100% working

 

[Holiocornolio]

Ah yes, it wont be parallel - just double checked my daily ride. it should sit where gear 2 is on the drive side when pushed down but spring up a few mm when let go. I can get some photos if you still can't get it 100% working

All good thanks. Think it's working as it should be. Thanks for the advice on setup.