USER MANUAL
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1. by practicing your braking technique in non emergency circumstances Hard braking or improper use of the front brake can cause you to fall If the brakes are out of adjustment improperly installed or are not used properly the rider could suffer serious and or fatal injuries Your fork may fail in certain circumstances including but not limited to any condition that causes a loss of oil collision or other activity bending or breaking the fork s components or parts and extended periods of non use Fork failure may not be visible Do not ride the bicycle if you notice bent or broken fork parts loss of oil sounds of excessive topping out or other indications of a possible fork failure such as loss of shock absorbing properties Instead take your bike to a qualified dealer for inspection and repair In the event of a fork failure damage to the bicycle or personal injury may result Always use genuine RockShox parts Use of aftermarket replacement parts voids the warranty and could cause structural failure to the shock Structural failure could result in loss of control of the bicycle with possible serious and or fatal injuries Use extreme caution not to tilt the bicycle to either side when mounting the bicycle to a carrier by the fork drop outs front wheel removed The fork legs may suffer structural damage if the bicycle is tilted while the drop outs are in the carrier Make sure the fork is securely fastened down with a quick release Make sure2. is required If you ride in extreme conditions maintenance should be performed more frequently NOTE WE RECOMMEND THIS SERVICE BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED BICYCLE MECHANIC TO OBTAIN SERVICE INFORMATION OR INSTRUCTIONS VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW ROCKSHOX COM OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ROCKSHOX DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR Torque Tightening Values Top Caps 65 in lb Brake Posts 80 in lb Shaft Bolts 60 in lb Pala Remote handlbar clap bolt 20 in Ib Poploc Remote cable fixing bolt 8 in Ib U Tum knob and screw 2 in lb 12 954 308965 000 Rev B SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL ENGLISH Judy XC Pilot SERVICE INTERVALS GPS Metro Judy TT C PilotC JudySL XC SL ED AAA AAA AN AA NA EE E Lubricate dust seals tubes 10 10 10 Check top caps brake posts and shaft 25 25 25 25 25 bolts for proper torque Check air pressure x E Remove lowers clean inspect a 50 50 bushings and change oil bath Change oil in Pure system t i Change oil in Motion Control System t Air Air Assist assembly Clean and lubrica e coil spring or coil 100 100 100 100 x U Turn spring assembly Clean and lubricate PopLoc cable and x r 50 housing Boxxer Ride Reba SL Race SID Race SL PikeSL Race Race Team amp amp Team amp World Cup amp Team World Cup Clean dirt and debris from upper tubes E Inspect upper tubes for scratches E 10 Lubricate dust seals tubes Check
3. the rear wheel is fastened down when using ANY bike carrier that secures the fork s drop outs Not securing the rear can allow the bike s mass to side load the drop outs causing them to break or crack If the bicycle tilts or falls out of its carrier do not ride the bicycle until the fork is properly examined for possible damage Return the fork to your dealer for inspection or call RockShox if there is any question of possible damage See the International Distributor List A fork leg or drop out failure could result in loss of control of the bicycle with possible serious and or fatal injuries Forks designed for use with v style brakes only mount cantilever type brakes to the existing brake posts Forks with hangerless style braces are only designed for V style or hydraulic cantilever brakes Do not use any cantilever brake other than those intended by the brake manufacturer to work with a hangerless brace Do not route the front brake cable and or cable housing through the stem or any other mounts or cable stops Do not use a front brake cable leverage device mounted to the brace Forks designed for use with disc style brakes follow the brake manufacturer s installation instruction for proper installation and mounting of the brake caliper 7 Observe all owner s manual instructions for care and service of this product ROCKSHOX FORKS ARE DESIGNED FOR COMPETITIVE OFF ROAD RIDING AND DO NOT COME WITH THE PROPER REFLECTORS FOR ON ROAD US
4. top caps brake posts and shaft 25 bolts for proper torque Check air pressure E Remove lowers clean inspect bushings and change oil bath a a a Change oil in Pure system 100 2 g Change oil in Motion Control System 100 t 100 bi 50 Clean and lubricate Air U Turn Dual Air Air Assist assembly Clean and lubricate coil spring or coil U Turn spring assembly Clean and lubricate PopLoc cable and housing mim m m El o N a N Sa 50 Notes E Every ride Numeric values represent hours of riding time Increase service intervals based on rider weight aggressive riding style conditions inclement weather and racing SRAM CORPORATION MARCH 2004 13
5. E YOUR DEALER SHOULD INSTALL PROPER REFLECTORS TO MEET THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION S CPSC REQUIREMENTS FOR BICYCLE STANDARDS IF THE FORK IS GOING TO BE USED ON PUBLIC ROADS AT ANY TIME 4 954 308965 000 Rev B SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL ENGLISH FORK INSTALLATION It is extremely important that your RockShox fork is installed correctly by a qualified bicycle mechanic Improperly installed forks are extremely dangerous and can result in severe and or fatal injuries 1 Remove the existing fork from the bicycle and the crown race from the fork Measure the length of the fork steerer tube against the length of the RockShox steerer tube The RockShox steerer tube may need cutting to the proper length Make sure there is sufficient length to clamp the stem refer to the stem manufacturer s instructions DO NOT ADD THREADS TO ROCKSHOX THREADLESS STEERERS THE STEERER TUBE CROWN ASSEMBLY IS A ONE TIME PRESS FIT REPLACEMENT OF THE ASSEMBLY MUST BE DONE TO CHANGE THE LENGTH DIAMETER OR HEADSET TYPE THREADED OR THREADLESS DO NOT REMOVE OR REPLACE THE STEERER TUBE THIS COULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE BICYCLE WITH POSSIBLE SERIOUS AND OR FATAL INJURIES 2 Install the headset crown race 29 9mm for 1 1 8 steerers firmly against the top of the fork crown Install the fork assembly on the bike Adjust the headset until you feel no play or drag 3 Install the brakes according to the manufacturer s
6. E MANUAL PARA INFORMA ES T CNICAS ACTUALIZADAS ACERCA DA FORQUETA VISITE O WEBSITE WWW ROCKSHOX COM SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL ROCK SHOH U S A Norte YOUR FORK S APPEARANCE MAY VARY FROM THE ILLUSTRATIONS PHOTOS IN THIS MANUAL FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR FORK VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW ROCKSHOX COM SRAM CORPORATION MARCH 2004 A Optional Poploc Adjust Remote B Floodgate C Compression H U Turn Adjuster Knob D Motion Control Compression Assembly G U Tum Coil Spring A E Motion Control Rebound Assembly 7 F Maxle u POWEREDEYS RAT ENGLISH ENGLISH SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL Congratulations You have the best in suspension components on your bicycle This manual contains important information about the safe operation and maintenance of your fork To ensure that your RockShox fork performs properly we recommend that you have your fork installed by a qualified bicycle mechanic We also urge you to follow our recommendations to help make your riding experience more enjoyable and trouble free The fork on your bicycle is designed for use by a single rider on mountain trails and similar off road conditions Before riding the bicycle be sure the brakes are properly installed and adjusted Use your brakes carefully and learn your brakes characteristics
7. MOTION CONTROL BESCHRIFTUNGEN ZUR ABBILDUNG AUF SEITE 3 E Baugruppe f r Zugstufenregelung A Optionale Fernbedienung f r PopLoc Einstellung F Maxle B Floodgate G U Turn Schraubenfeder C Druckstufen Einsteller H U Turn Einstellknopf D Baugruppe f r Druckstufenregelung HINWEIS DAS AUSSEHEN IHRER GABEL KANN VON DEN ZEICHNUNGEN ODER FOTOS IN DIESEM HANDBUCH ABWEICHEN AKTUELLE INFORMATIONEN ZU IHRER GABEL FINDEN SIE AUF UNSERER WEBSITE UNTER WWW ROCKSHOX COM LLAMADAS A LA ILUSTRACI N DE LA P GINA 3 E Conjunto de rebote Motion Control A Mando a distancia de ajuste Poploc opcional F Maxle B Compuerta Floodgate G Muelle helicoidal U turn C Ajustador de la compresi n H Mando de ajuste del U Turn D Conjunto de compresi n Motion Control Nora EL ASPECTO DE SU HORQUILLA PUEDE DIFERIR DE LAS ILUSTRACIONES O FOTOGRAF AS DE ESTE MANUAL PARA CONSULTAR LA INFORMACI N M S ACTUALIZADA SOBRE SU HORQUILLA VISITE NUESTRO SITIO WEB EN WWW ROCKSHOX COM L GENDES DES ILLUSTRATIONS DE LA PAGE 3 E Assemblage de rebond Motion Control A R glage distant Poploc en option F Maxle B Vanne Floodgate G Ressort h licoidal U Turn C Regleur de compression H Bouton U Turn D Assemblage de compression Motion Control REMARQUE L APPARENCE DE VOTRE FOURCHE PEUT ETRE DIFFERENTE DE CELLE DES FOURCHES REPRESENTEES SUR LES ILLUSTRATIONS PHOTOS DE CE MANUEL VOUS TROUVEREZ LES DERNIERES INFORMA
8. ND OF THE REBOUND ADJUSTER INTO THE FLOODGATE DON T FORGET TO RE INSTALL THE ADJUSTER AFTER USE Floodgate Adjustment Lock blowoff force when the fork is in Lock mode Force High Medium Low Em Floodgate Setting Maximum Minimum Floodgate in full Floodgate turning Floodgate in full clockwise position counterclockwise counterclockwise position High input force Medium input force Low input force needed to overcome needed to overcome needed to overcome the Lock the Lock the Lock External Floodgate Internal Floodgate 10 954 308965 000 Rev B SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL ENGLISH COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT Fic 4 Some fork models also feature adjustable compression damping Increased compression decreases fork movement in the Open position Compression adjustment can be used to help combat brake dive and squatting under hard cornering For crown activated forks compression damping increases to Lock as the crown mounted actuator rotates 90 degrees clockwise Position the actuator anywhere within the range from Open to Lock to suit the desired level of compression damping Forks equipped with the PopLoc Adjust provide compression damping adjustment for the Open position Turning the blue adjuster on the PopLoc adjust clockwise increases compression damping for the Open position The PopLoc lever features gradients to help illustrate the current l
9. TIONS TECHNIQUES CONCERNANT VOTRE FOURCHE EN VISITANT NOTRE SITE INTERNET A L ADRESSE WWW ROCKSHOX COM RIMANDI PER LA FIGURA DI PAGINA 3 E Gruppo di ritorno del controllo movimento A Regolazione PopLoc Remote opzionale F Maxle B Saracinesca G Molla elicoidale U turn C Regolatore della compressione H Pomello U Turn D Gruppo di compressione del controllo movimento Nota L ASPETTO EFFETTIVO DELLA FORCELLA POTR ESSERE DIVERSO DALLE ILLUSTRAZIONI E DALLE FOTOGRAFIE CONTENUTE NEL PRESENTE MANUALE PER AVERE INFORMAZIONI AGGIORNATE SULLA FORCELLA VISITARE IL NOSTRO SITO WEB ALL INDIRIZZO WWW ROCKSHOX COM BIJSCHRIFTEN BIJ ILLUSTRATIE OP BLZ 3 E Bewegingscontrole terugveringsmontage A Optionele Poploc afstelling op afstand F Maxle B Overloopbescherming C Compressieknop D Bewegingscontrole compressiemontage G U turn springveer H U Turn afstelknop OPMERKING UW VORK KAN ER IETS ANDERS UITZIEN DAN OP DE ILLUSTRATIES FOTO S IN DEZE HANDLEIDING BEZOEK VOOR DE MEEST RECENTE INFORMATIE OVER UW VORK ONZE WEBSITE OP WWW ROCKSHOX COM LEGENDAS DA ILUSTRA O DA P GINA 3 E Unidade de recupera o do controlo de movimento A Regula o remota PopLoc opcional F Maxle B Regula o de Floodgate G Amortecedor de mola de U Turn C Regulador de compress o H Bot o de U Turn D Unidade de compress o do controlo de movimento NOTA O ASPECTO DA FORQUETA PODE N O SER EXACTAMENTE O DAS ILUSTRA ES OU FOTOGRAFIAS DEST
10. as well as Lock threshold sensitivity Proper setup of the Motion Control Damping system provides a range of options for ef ficient yet comfortable perfomance The instructions below describe setup and operation for both crom and remote activated forks OPEN COMPRESSION Fic 1 In the Open position the Motion Control Damping system allows for maximum compliance and fork movement The Open position provides ultimate control and comfort on even the roughest terrain To return your fork to the Open position For forks with the crown mounted blue campression adjuster rotate the adjuster fully counterclockwise For Poploc equipped forks press the unlock release button an the ramte as indicated by the open padlock ico an the button o Motion Control Open 0 eg gt Compression at Open level o maximum fork movement PopLoc Remote os al E gt E x O LL Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Adjust Remote 8 954 308965 000 Rev B SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL ENGLISH Lock COMPRESSION Fic 2 In the Lock position the Motion Control system allows for a small amount of controlled fork movement This movement enables the front tire to track the terrain without deflecting off obstacles allowing for better traction and steering control when compared to a complete lockout system To activate the Lock turn the crown moun
11. ck release found on many bicycle wheels When closing the lever tension should be felt when the quick release lever is in the horizontal position 90 degrees to the lower leg and the quick release lever should leave an imprint in the palm of your hand If resistance is not felt at the 90 degtee position and if the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand tension is insufficient To increase tension open the quick release lever turn the quick release lock nut in small increments until proper tension is felt 3 Verify that the axle is unable to spin or move in the dropout by grasping the axle lever and turning counter clockwise 6 954 308965 000 Rev B SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL ENGLISH DIRT AND DEBRIS CAN ACCUMULATE BETWEEN THE DROPOUT OPENINGS ALWAYS CHECK AND CLEAN THIS AREA WHEN REINSTALLING THE WHEEL ACCUMULATED DIRT AND DEBRIS CAN COMPROMISE THE SECURITY OF THE AXLE LEADING TO SERIOUS AND OR FATAL INJURY PERFORMANCE TUNING RockShox forks can be tuned for your particular weight riding style and terrain U turn Travel Adjust IMPORTANT DO NOT ADJUST THE U TURN SYSTEM WHEN THE FORK IS LOCK POSITION ADJUSTING THE U TURN WHILE THE FORK IS IN THE LOCK POSITION MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM Pike forks can be adjusted frm 95 to 140 m of travel To detemine the travel an your fork use the travel gradients an the upper tube Compare this measurement to the chart below Changi
12. d shifter from the left side rider s perspective of the handlebar If you are unfamiliar with the removal of these items please consult the manufacturer s instructions 1 Slide the Poploc onto the handlebat 2 Re install the shifter brake lever and grip on the handlebars If you are unfamiliar with the installation of these items please consult the manufactuter s instructions Always adhere to the recommended torque specifications for these items Position the PopLoc as desired on the handlebar and tighten the clamp bolt to 20 in Ib 2 25 Nm Forks with PopLoc Adjust Turn the blue compression adjustment dial counterclockwise until it stops gt H v Press the release button on the PopLoc 6 Install the cable in the PopLoc 7 Install the cable into the housing SRAM CORPORATION MARCH 2004 5 ENGLISH SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL 8 Feed the cable and housing into the cable stop on the fork crown 9 Gently pull on the cable and align it with the groove in the rotating cam of the Motion Control damper 10 Tighten the cable fixing bolt on the rotating cam to 8 in Ib 9 Nm MAXLE Quick RELEASE SYSTEM The Maxle Quick Release system allows the use of a standard 20 mm X 110 mm thru axle hub for enhanced stiffness The axle threads into the left fork leg tightening the hub against the left drop out The axle is fixed in place in the lower leg by the Maxle Quick Release lever Riding with an improperl
13. evel of compression Eight complete turns of adjustment are provided TIP ADJUSTING COMPRESSION ON FORKS EQUIPPED WITH POPLOC ADJUST IS BEST DONE WITH THE FORK IN Lock POSITION NOTE THE COMPRESSION SETTING DOES NOT ADVERSELY EFFECT YOUR FORK S PERFORMANCE OVER HIGH SPEED IMPACTS Compression Range Turning the compression adjuster on the PopLoc Adjust sets how far the lever returns from Lock toward the Open Select compression damping position This adjustment changes the amount of between Open and Lock compression damping found in the Open position Remote Compression Adjuster us E gt E ne O LL Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Adjust Remote Fig 4 SRAM CORPORATION MARCH 2004 11 ENGLISH SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL External Rebound Adjustment Rebound damping controls the speed at which a fork returns to its full extension following compression Located at the bottom of the right fork leg is the rebound adjuster knob Turning the adjuster in the direction indicated by the rabbit on the rebound speed decal decreases rebound damping causing the fork to return to full extension faster Turning the adjuster in the direction indicated by the turtle increases rebound damping slowing the return of the fork to full extension Excessive rebound damping will cause the fork to pack up over successive bumps reducing travel and causing the fork t
14. instructions and adjust brake pads properly Use the fork only with disc style brakes mounted through the provided mounting holes Do not use any cantilever brake other than those intended by the brake manufacturer to work with a hangerless brace 4 Forks designed for standard quick releases adjust the front wheel quick release to clear the dropout s counter bore The quick release nut must be tightened after the wheel is properly seated into the dropout s counter bore Make sure four or more threads are engaged in the quick release nut when it is closed Orient the quick release lever in front of and parallel to the lower tube in the locked position Forks designed for a thru axle not available for all forks follow the installation instructions that follow for the Maxle Quick Release system Sal Keep in mind tire clearance as you choose tires Maximum size is 2 7 wide or 710 mm diameter installed Be sure to check this diameter whenever you change tires To do this remove air pressure and compress the fork completely to make sure at least 5 mm of clearance exists between the top of the tire and the bottom of the crown Exceeding maximum tire size will cause the tire to jam against the crown when the fork is fully compressed PopLoc REMOTE INSTALLATION The PopLoc Remote Lockout lever allows the rider to control the movement of their suspension fork without removing their hands from the handlebars If needed remove the grip brake lever an
15. ng Travel Tuming the U tum adjuster kndo counterclockwise increases travel From minimum travel there are aporoximately six tums to achieve maximm travel 140 nm Fach tum increases or decreases the travel by 7 5 m fig 1 IMPORTANT STOP TURNING THE U TURN ADJUSTER KNOB AFTER YOU VE REACH 140 MM OF TRAVEL MAXIMUM TRAVEL TURNING THE KNOB PAST THIS POINT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE U TURN FEATURE Spring Rate Increase Increase of Spring Rate 95 102 5 110 117 5 125 132 5 140 U Turn Travel Adjustment mm Fig 1 SRAM CORPORATION MARCH 2004 7 ENGLISH SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL Motion Control Damping System IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN STORING A BICYCLE OR FORK UPSIDE DOWN OR ON ITS SIDE OIL SEALED IN THE UPPER TUBE CAN COLLECT ABOVE THE MOTION CONTROL DAMPER ASSEMBLY UPON RETURNING THE BICYCLE FORK TO A NORMAL RIDING POSITION INITIAL PERFORMANCE OF THE MOTION CONTROL SYSTEM MAY BE LESS THAN OPTIMAL TO QUICKLY RETURN THE FORK TO PROPER PERFORMANCE RETURN THE FORK TO OPEN POSITION AND CYCLE THE FORK THROUGH ITS TRAVEL 10 20 TIMES FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING YOUR FORK TO OPEN POSITION KEEP READING The Motion Control Damping system allows riders to quickly adjust the feel and performance of their suspension to match riding conditions without requiring pumps or tools This system provides for wide ranging control of compression and rebound damping
16. o bottom out Set your fork to rebound as fast as possible without topping out or kicking back This allows your fork to follow the contours of the trail maximizing stability traction and control FURTHER TUNING HINTS Setting Sag RockShox forks are designed to sag when you are sitting on your bike Sag is the compression of the fork caused by the rider s weight Proper sag allows the front wheel to follow the contour of the terrain as you ride To measure sag set the fork to maximum travel 140 mm Install a zip tie on the upper tube of the fork flush against the wiper seal Sit on the bike with normal riding apparel Step off the bike and measure the distance between the wiper seal and the zip tie This is your sag The sag should be between 15 and 25 percent of maximum travel If you re unable to achieve optimum sag you may need to change the fork s spring Changing the Spring Rate Spring rate is the amount of force needed to compress a spring one inch Changing your fork s coil spring for a spring of a higher or lower rate will alter the overall feel of your fork Higher spring rates make the fork feel more stiff while lower spring rates make the fork more supple Contact your local RockShox dealer to order replacement springs Note WHEN DECREASING TRAVEL SEE U TURN TRAVEL ADJUST YOU INCREASE THE SPRING RATE MAINTENANCE To maintain the high performance safety and long life of your fork periodic maintenance
17. o medium sized bumps and resistance to rider induced suspension movement referred to as bob in the Lock mode When properly tuned the Motion Control System will resist bob but provide controlled suspension action in rough or aggressive terrain SRAM CORPORATION MARCH 2004 9 ENGLISH SRAM CORPORATION PIKE USER MANUAL Under Lock heavier riders may find better performance with maximum Floodgate settings while lighter riders may find minimum Floodgate settings work best Experiment with higher or lower Floodgate settings while on the trail to optimize your fork for your riding style and performance preferences Use the charts below to establish an initial Floodgate setting All settings from Maximum Floodgate or full clockwise EXTERNAL FLOODGATE RACE AND TEAM MODELS Rider weight Ib kg Full Tums Counterclockwise lt 120 lt 54 kg 4 5 120 150 54 68 kg 3 4 150 180 68 82 kg 2 3 1 2 0 1 180 210 82 95 kg 210 lt 95 ky lt INTERNAL FLOODGATE SL MODEL Rider weight Ib kg Full Tums Counterclockwise 120 lt 54 kg 2 0 120 150 54 68 kg 1 5 2 0 150 180 68 82 kg 1 0 1 5 180 210 82 95 kg 0 5 1 0 210 lt 9S ky lt 0 0 0 5 TiP THE REBOUND ADJUSTER ON THE BOTTOM RIGHT FORK LEG CAN BE USED TO ADJUST INTERNAL FLOODGATE MODELS GENTLY PULL DOWNWARD ON THE REBOUND ADJUSTER FOR REMOVAL REMOVE THE GOLD GATE DUST CAP AND INSERT THE 2 5MM HEX E
18. ted blue compression adjuster full clockwise or press forward on the PopLoc Remote lever located on the handlebar Motion Control Lock ROSA E Compression at Lock level O minimum fork movement PopLoc Remote es E gt o E x ES o LL Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Remote PopLoc Adjust Remote Fig 2 FLOODGATE ADJUSTMENT Fic 3 All forks with Motion Control Damping allow for fine tuning of the Lock setting The rider can choose the point at which the Lock setting can blow off and become active to force inputs such as bumps or rocks This adjustment is made using the Floodgate Depending upon fork model the Floodgate is adjusted either internally requires a 2 5mm hex wrench or externally with the gold Gate adjuster For crown mounted adjusters hold the adjuster in the Lock position while adjusting the internal Floodgate NOTE THE FLOODGATE IS INTENDED TO ADJUST THRESHOLD OF LOCK BLOW OFF IN THE LOCK MODE ONLY WHEN PERFORMING FLOODGATE ADJUSTMENTS ENSURE THAT THE MOTION CONTROL SYSTEM IS ADJUSTED TO Lock Under Lock the maximum Floodgate setting results in a fork with minimal movement while the minimum Floodgate setting results in increased fork movement NoTE FoR MAXIMUM FORK SENSITIVITY AND MOVEMENT RETURN THE FORK TO THE OPEN POSITION Floodgate settings should be used to adjust suspension compliance t
19. y installed wheel can allow the wheel to move or disengage from the bicycle causing damage to the bicycle and serious injury or death to the rider It is essential that that you Ensure that your axle dropouts and quick release mechanisms are clean and free of dirt or debris Ask your dealer to help you understand how to properly secure your front wheel using the Maxle Quick Release System Apply the correct techniques when installing your front wheel Never ride your bicycle unless you are sure the front wheel is installed properly and secure Installation 1 Position your wheel in the dropouts of the lower leg The hub should seat firmly in the dropouts Be sure to position the rotor in the caliper Verify that neither the rotor hub nor rotor bolts interfere with the lower legs If unfamiliar with adjusting your disc brake see your brake manufacturer s instructions TIGHTEN Place Maxle lever in the open position Fig A 2 Slide the axle through the right side of the hub until it engages the threads of the left drop out 3 To tighten the axle into the dropout turn the axle lever clockwise until hand tight NOTE NEVER USE ANY OTHER TOOL TO TIGHTEN THE AXLE INTO THE LOWER LEG OVER TIGHTENING OF THE AXLE CAN DAMAGE THE AXLE AND OR THE LOWER LEG SECURE Fig A To lock the axle into the lower leg close the Maxle quick release lever 2 The quick release mechanism is an over centet cam similar to the qui
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