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1. oi T c Ose O pecia Tie off lever to bar Bleed the caliper by bleed clamp and p or squeeze and hold sucking any air out O revea e trapped lever to bar Tie off into the syringe a ou could eve is probably better ee before because how many Untie the lever e degassed hands do you really ou re ready to bleed have Push the air free fluid JJ While holding the lever up through the hose push the fluid through through the lever and the system until the into the other syringe ff lever returns to it s attached to the lever position Bleed the lever by sucking any air into the syringe Close the bleed ports and give yourself a high five because you have the best bled brakes anywhere AVID HYDRAULIC BRAKE SETUP GUIDE NX ROCK GEE seam SHOR GEN 0000000002866
2. Use a vise or 10 mm open end wrench and secure the catcher by the flat edges Use a 5 mm hex wrench and turn the bolt clockwise until the pivot pin is pushed into the catcher Remove the tool and pin from the brake lever 5 Use a 2 mm hex wrench to turn the reach adjust pushrod clockwise until it unthreads from the pushrod pivot pin XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL A6 Remove the lever lever bushings and piston spring from the lever body 7 Clamp a 2 mm hex wrench into a vise with the long end extending upward Install the lever body onto the wrench with the wrench inserted into the lever body through the fluid flow port in the master cylinder head While applying light downward pressure to the lever body use long snap ring pliers to remove the snap ring in the lever body along with the piston bladder assembly Remove the lever body from the hex wrench The piston bladder assembly is attached to the snap ring Replace the entire piston bladder snap ring assembly with a new assembly Lubricate the piston bladder assembly by dipping it into DOT 5 1 fluid You can also use DOT 5 1 compatible grease as a lubricant XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL 47 12 15 Use long snap ring pliers to push the piston bladder snap ring assembly into the lever body and secure the snap ring in its groove with the snap ring eyelets oriented toward the lever blade opening Install the piston spring with the larger dia
3. Al 7075 T6 and Stainless steel T 25 TORX Bolts Composite AL 6061 T6 Adjustable Carbon Fiber Composite Carbon Fiber Composite 183 g pair without shifter cable Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Gloves e T25 TORX wrench e Adjustable torque wrench up to 25 N m 217 in lb e Friction paste Customization The XX Shifters have two mounting positions to meet your ergonomic demands To switch between the two positions simply use a T25 TORX wrench to remove the shifter from it s handlebar clamp no need to remove the clamp from the bar and then use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to remove the dummy screw from the mounting base Install the dummy screw in the alternate hole and hand tighten Re install the shifter bolt and Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque to 2 8 3 4 N m 25 30 in Ib T25 2 8 3 4 N m 22 35 in Ib MATCHMAKER X The lower shift lever is infinitely adjustable Use a T25 TORX wrench to loosen the adjustment bolt Position the shift lever to suit your ergonomic needs Hand tighten the adjustment bolt T25 2 8 3 4 N m 22 35 in Ib S nn l La ks e il We highly recommend the use of friction paste on the clamp contact surfaces of all XX components that are mounted to carbon fiber handlebars DISCREET CLAMP INSTALLATION Either the XX Brake or XX Shifter can be mounted onto the handlebar first depending on personal preference To install the b
4. CALIPER POSITIONING SYSTEM Another original Avid technology making your life better There s never been an easier brake to install With Avid s Tri Align Caliper Positioning System aligning the caliper to the rotor literally takes seconds Loosen the CPS bolts a little Q Tighten the CPS Squeeze the lever a few times and then hold bolts and ta da The caliper is aligned and you are ready to ride DEADBAND Deadband is the distance your brake lever travels before the brake pad makes contact with the rotor Long deadband means your lever moves a lot before the pad contacts Short deadband means the lever moves very little before the pad contacts There isn t necessarily a right or a wrong deadband It has a lot to do with your hand your preference and your comfort The quickest way to adjust the amount of deadband your brakes have is to use Avid s proprietary Pad Contact Point Adjustment If your particular brake model doesn t have Pad Contact Point Adjustment try the Tech Tuning Tidbits below Where the pad contacts the rotor deadband Lever at rest TECH TUNING TIDBITS ADVANCING THE PAD POSITION O Note If the lever pulls to the bar a bleed is not necessarily required 1 Remove wheel or red plastic pad spacer insert from disc brake caliper 2 If your brake has Pad Contact Point Adjustment rotate the adjuster t
5. XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 39 Use an 8 mm wrench to re install the banjo bolt and torque to 8 5 10 N m 75 90 in lb A8 Ak 8 5 10 N m 75 90 in Ib Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the caliper body bolt to 8 5 10 N m 75 90 in lb 85 10 N m 75 90 in Ib 20 Measure the total thickness of each pad pad backing plate and pad material If there is less than 3 mm of total width replace both brake pads not pictured 21 Be sure the h spring is oriented to the pads as shown Align the hole in the h spring with the holes in the pad tabs Squeeze the pad and spring assembly together then insert into the caliper as a unit Firmly push until the assembly is seated into place 22 Using a 2 5 mm hex wrench install the pad retainer bolt and tighten to 0 9 1 1 N m 8 9 5 in lb Install the E clip on the wheel side of the caliper making sure it sits in the groove of the retainer bolt B 2 5mm 0 9 1 1N m 80 97in lb XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 56 23 Visually check your work Inspect the banjo bolt and banjo for any protruding o rings If there are any o rings that are Squeezed beyond the outside edges of the banjo or bolt remove and replace the o rings and then repeat the installation process 24 Use a T25 TORX wrench to re install the calipers onto the fork or frame Wipe assembled the caliper with soapy water to remove any brake fluid Re install the caliper onto the bicy
6. XX CASSETTE INSTALLATION PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Torque wrench e Freewheel removal tool Park Tool Co FR 5 or equivalent Align the spline patterns of the cassette with the driver of the hub and push the cassette onto the driver 2 Position the smallest cog on the hub driver Screw the lockring into the driver CASSETTE 2 Use a freewheel tool Park Tool FR 5 or equivalent and a torque wrench to tighten the cassette lockring to 40 N m 350 in lb AT Be careful not to damage the thread of the lockring by tilting See the REAR DERAILLEUR section for indexed shifting setup ANVAN REMOVAL 2 Insert a freewheel tool Park Tool Co FR 5 or equivalent into the splines of the lockring Use a chain wrench chain whip to hold the cassette in place while turning the freewheel tool with a large wrench counter clockwise to loosen the lockring KS r w E A D 2 eh CR kl d MAINTENANCE The thin aluminum tube captured inside the XX cassette is designed to have a small amount of movement before installation After installation the aluminum tube is squeezed between the cogs and the aluminum backing plate and forms a water tight seal The tube also provides structural reinforcement to the entire cassette do not remove Do not use acid cleaner on the cogs They will get brittle and can break under heavy load Use a bio degradable cleaner suc
7. may need to tap the crankset with a rubber mallet to fully install into the bottom bracket Place the drive side crank arm on the spindle and use a 10 mm hex to torque the crank bolt to 48 54 N m 425 478 in lb 478 in lIb BB30 CRANKSETS 29 12 13 14 Gently tap the drive side crankarm self extractor bolt with a rubber mallet to fully seat the crankarm Turn the Integrated Preload Adjuster until it is hand tight against the non drive side bottom bracket cup Use a 2 mm hex wrench to tighten the preload adjuster bolt until the gap in the adjuster closes Check the assembly for play by rocking the crank arms back and forth away from frame If the crank moves loosen the 2 mm preload adjuster bolt turn the adjuster 1 2 turn to apply more preload to the crank and re tighten the preload adjuster bolt until the gap in the adjuster closes Repeat this process until no play is detected BB30 CRANKSETS 30 PEDAL INSTALLATION Grease the pedal threads and install pedals to the crankarms Torque to 47 54 N m 461 477 in lb Use pedal washers if the pedal contact surface is not flat and smooth The drive side pedal is right hand thread The non drive side pedal is left hand thread NC 478 in lb MAINTENANCE Use only water and a mild soap to clean the crankset and bottom bracket Do NOT use a pressure washer If creaking of the assembly occurs check that all parts are torqued to specificati
8. 54 N m 461 477 in lb Use pedal washers if the pedal contact surface is not flat and smooth The drive side pedal is right hand thread The non drive side pedal is left hand thread 54 Nm 416 478 in Ib PRESSFIT GXP CRANKSETS 36 MAINTENANCE Use only water and a mild soap to clean the crankset and bottom bracket Do NOT use a pressure washer If creaking of the assembly occurs check that all parts are torqued to specification and grease is liberally applied on all surfaces noted Verify that chainring bolts are torqued to 8 9 N m 80 90 in lb If creaking continues consult your local Truvativ dealer for assistance Bearings require regular maintenance Re grease bearings after 100 hours of use in dry conditions or immediately following any significant exposure to water such as riding in heavy rain or through water crossings REMOVAL Use the self extracting crank bolt assembly or crank puller Cif applicable to remove the non drive side crank arm Use a rubber mallet to gently tap the end of the crank spindle towards the frame and slide it out of the bottom bracket Remove the bearing shields from the bottom bracket cups not pictured The bottom bracket should be removed by applying force on the internal adapter cup wall not the bearing not pictured PRESSFIT GXP CRANKSETS PRESSFIT3O CRANKSETS A To ensure that your PressFit30 crankset performs properly and to help make your riding experience mor
9. CLEVER cional ae aeaa Eaa a A ia 41 RRE A IER 41 BRAKE e Ren e 41 Re AE DATA O LE 41 AX BRAKE CALIPER SROTORINSTAELATION stat a ii A A A in dd li cued 42 XX BRAKE EE VER OV ERA Bussines ii a a A bit donates 43 PART SAND TOOLS NEEDED FOR SERVICE pia oda 43 XA BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE cunado dada ida dd dd da dci dele edad debida ii 50 PARTSAND TOOLS NEEDEDFOR SERVICE nurse lle dt bro na rota a air patas 50 XX BRAKE HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMEN Tigra Ad 57 PAIR TS ANID OO eS NEEDED SERVICE E ee 57 XA BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE status oi epi ESE it EEE TEN ES E A A AS A EE E DEA A A a a Aea 60 PARTSANDTOOLSNEEDED FOR SERVICE it ld e o e 60 DISC BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE cunas dd db 67 DISC BRAKE PAD AND ROTOR BEDAN Wee RUE 69 CASSETTE ti A A ii 70 TECHNICAL DATA oi 70 AX CASSETTE INSTALLATION crisis la 70 FARTS PREPARATION oirrn a S E A E 70 REMOVA EE 71 MAINTENANCE EE 71 LA e e 72 Ee IER EE 72 XLOG HOSE LENGTH ADIUSTMENTD WEE 72 PM EAR Re E ata eae ee a sd ret o e ide 72 XALOC BLEED PROCEDURE eege lili dll ido de dedica tina anadaka Aaaa 74 PAR TS PREFARATION DE 74 FRONT SUSPENSION TOOLS E EE 80 FRONT SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY AND OIE VOLUME S uma loa aa a 81 TORQUE SPECIE A TINGS EE 81 BUSHING INSPECTION LOWER LEG REMOVAL AND SEAL SERVI Bss aaa 82 LOWER EEG REMOVAL sia tato Ed A A AnS ER A ELA A ASAS AAA AA AAA dE A DE 83 EOWERLEG DUST SEAL SERVICE Sian O 85 XX MOTION CONTROL DAMPER SERVICE surcar lA E lc AA AA AA Sd A 87 DUAL
10. SHIFTER CABLE CHANGE 14 FRONT DERAILLEURS TECHNICAL DATA Version High Mount Low Mount Direct Mount Compatibility SRAM XX 2x10 Only Speeds 2 Crankset Compatibility 26 39 28 42 30 45 Clamp Material Forged AL 6061 T6 Shifter Cable Stainless Steel with PTFE Coating Hardware Al 7075 T6 and Stainless steel T25 TORX Bolts Barrel Adjuster Composite with Soft Touch paint Cable Routing Top or Bottom Pull Chainstay Angle 66 69 degrees Clamp Diameters 31 8 mm 34 9 mm 38 1 mm Weight 120 y 116 g INSTALLATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Adjustable torque wrench up to 25 N m 217 in lb e T25 TORX wrench e Cable cutter Carbon frames can be damaged at higher torque values Use extreme caution and use friction paste if available We highly recommend the use of friction paste on the clamp contact surfaces of all XX clamp style front derailleurs and shims when mounting to any frame material If friction paste is not available torque clamp bolts to the torque value listed in brackets BAND CLAMP STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS HIGH MOUNT Use a T25 TORX wrench to remove the clamp bolt from the derailleur and open the band clamp The band clamp can open quickly once the clamp bolt is removed Please use caution when opening Only open the band clamp by removing the clamp bolt The fixed clamp attachment bolt is not meant to be removed Lightly clamp the front derailleur to the seat
11. and feel if the headset is loose If you feel play tighten the headset and check again If you still feel play the bushings are worn Check the fork wrap your fingers around the dust seal and upper tube area Rock the bike back and forth again Listen and feel if there is any play between the upper tube and the dust seal If you hear or feel play the bushing are worn Method 2 Off bike check Compress the fork 5 times to circulate the lower leg lube not pictured Hold the fork crown tightly with one hand and the brake arch in the other hand Try and move the brake arch back and forth If you can feel any play or if the fork feels like it s knocking the bushings are worn You may wish to brace the fork on a table or on the floor to steady it If you have determined that the bushings are worn and need to be replaced you will need to replace the entire lower leg assembly Reference the 2010 RockShox Spare Parts Catalog for information on the correct lower leg and corresponding part number for your fork BUSHING INSPECTION LOWER LEG REMOVAL AND SEAL SERVICE 82 LOWER LEG REMOVAL Removing the lower legs of your front suspension is the first step in servicing your fork Once you have removed your fork lower legs you ll be ready to move on to the next section Remove the positive air chamber valve cover cap from the non drive side fork leg top cap and negative air chamber valve cover cap from t
12. caliper to the adapter so that the caliper moves freely Post Mount Use a T25 TORX wrench to loosely install the brake caliper adapter onto the fork or bicycle frame so that the caliper moves freely Squeeze the front brake lever 5 or 6 times then hold Secure the lever with your hand or a rubber band snug the CPS bolts enough to hold the caliper in place and release the lever Spin the wheel and check for rotor drag If drag is detected loosen the CPS bolts and repeat this procedure When drag is no longer detected torque the CPS bolts in an alternating fashion to the specified torque Repeat the procedure for the rear brake INSTALLATION AN ARS Boa A J in Ib 6 2 H 55 Post Mount XX BRAKE CALIPER amp ROTOR INSTALLATION XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL Avid brake lever assemblies need to be serviced periodically to optimize braking function If brake fluid is leaking from any area of the brake lever assembly there may be damage or wear and tear to the internal moving parts If your brake was filled with fluid OTHER than DOT 5 1 such as mineral oil DOT 4 or DOT 5 damage to all rubber and plastic internal parts may exist If your brake was damaged in a crash there may be damage to the lever blade and pushrod assemblies as well as the housing assembly Inspection and or replacement of these parts due to any of the above situations will be necessary to restore proper brake function e Avid highly recommend
13. centered in the lever body Remove the tool from the brake lever The lever blade action may feel sluggish following installation of the pivot pin To improve the feel mount the brake lever onto the handlebar hold the lever blade between your thumb and forefinger then gently flex the lever blade from side to side Check the lever pivot action Repeat this process until the lever pivot action feels smooth Be careful not to flex the lever too far at any time otherwise damage to the lever blade or body could occur XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL 49 Use a T25 TORX wrench to re install the calipers onto the fork or frame Slide the hose boot onto the compression nut Re install the brake lever into the discreet clamp MMX or XLoc Use a T25 TORX wrench to re install the brake clamp bolt into the discreet clamp MMX or XLoc See these sections of the XX Technical Manual for more detailed installation instructions Brake Caliper Installation Discreet Clamp Installation MMX Clamp Installation XLoc Installation 5 7N m 44 62 in Ib 5 7N m 44 62 in Ib XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL 50 XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE A Avid brake lever assemblies need to be serviced periodically in order to optimize braking function If brake fluid is leaking from any area of the brake lever assembly there may be damage or wear and tear to the internal moving parts If your brake was filled with fluid OTHER than D
14. get scratched TOOLS ld SEAL DAMPER SPRING LOWER LEG REMOVAL SERVICE SERVICE SERVICE INSTALLATION 5 swt Pit Stop SUSPENSION FLUID GREASE SUSPENSION FLUID SOLUBLE CLEAN RAGS LINT FREE OIL MEASURING DEVICE ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL FROSTY COLD BEVERAGE X X X X x so X X X X X X X XLOC BLEED PROCEDURE FRONT SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY AND OIL VOLUMES ES ES technology drive side Upper tube Upper tube Lower leg XX Motion 123 5 5 15 Control XX Motion 123 5 5 15 Control XX Motion 123 5 5 15 Control XX Motion 94 5 5 15 Control TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FRONT SUSPENSION FASTENER TORQUE VALUE Mm Cin Ib TOP CAPS EXCEPT AIR U TURN 7 3 N m 65 Cin Ib Damper Spring technology non drive side Dual Air Grease Air U Turn Grease Dual Air Grease Dual Air Grease SID XX Revelation XX Revelation XX Reba XX BOTTOM BOLT DAMPER SIDE 6 8 N m 60 Cin Ib BOTTOM NUT AIR SIDE 5 11 Nm 45 Cin 1b BRAKE MOUNT DISC 9 10 N m 80 88 Cin Ib ALOC BLEED PROCEDURE BUSHING INSPECTION LOWER LEG REMOVAL AND SEAL SERVICE The bushings and seals of your RockShox front suspension contribute to the consistent and plush feel of your fork Performing routine service of the seals and periodic replacement of the bushings by replacing the lower legs will help maintain your fork s performance as well as reduce overall maintenance costs Removing the lower legs of yo
15. into the groove until it is fully seated in the groove Ensure retaining clip is fully seated in groove Repeat for the opposite side Bearing shields must be removed from the bottom bracket cups prior to installation Install the frame guide part of the SRAM BB30 Bearing Installation Toolkit onto a headset press with the stepped side facing away from the headset press handle Insert the headset press into the bottom bracket shell Install a BB30 bearing onto the bearing installation part with the blue seal facing the install part and install the bearing installation part onto the headset press 7 Press the bearing into bottom bracket shell until butted against the retaining clip Repeat the process for the other bearing Consult your headset press manufacturer s instructions for proper use of the headset press Attempting to install both bearings simultaneously can damage the bearings and or frame BB30 CRANKSETS 28 Apply a thin layer of grease to outer bearing surfaces Place bearing shields over bearings with tiered surfaces facing inward toward the bearings Turn the Integrated Preload Adjuster located on the spindle of the non drive side crankarm until it contacts the crankarm You may need to first loosen the 2 mm adjuster bolt Slide the non drive side crankarm spindle through the non drive side bottom bracket cup until the splines come through the drive side bottom bracket cup and the spindle stops You
16. pad return feel e Adjustable torque wrench e 4mm hex wrench e 8mm and 11 mm open ended wrench e Sharp pick e Clean rags e Needle nosed pliers Before completely disassembling your caliper it s worth trying to loosen the sticky piston Try the following _ N hk WN om NO O esch ech Clamp the bicycle in a bicycle work stand Spin the affected wheel Lightly squeeze the brake lever and watch the brake pads when the lever is released Determine which side of the caliper has a slow returning brake piston Remove the caliper from the bicycle If you have a caliper mounting bracket remove the bracket with the caliper attached Remove e clip from the guide pin groove on top of the caliper Use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to remove the guide pin from the caliper Remove both brake pads and h spring Use a 10 mm box wrench to press the working piston into caliper body Squeeze the brake lever slowly to move the sticky piston inward Press the piston back into the caliper again Repeat these steps to correct caliper piston inner o ring position Both pistons should now be moving freely Re install the spring pad clip h spring and pads into the caliper If there is no improvement continue with caliper service Re install the caliper Cor mounting bracket with attached caliper on the bicycle You may need to re center the caliper to the rotor If you removed the caliper without an adapter or removed it from the ada
17. shields must be removed from the bottom bracket cups prior to installation step 2 Using a headset press press the drive side bottom bracket cup into bottom bracket shell until the bottom bracket cup flange is fully seated against the bottom bracket shell Repeat process for non drive side bottom bracket cup Consult your headset press manufacturer s instructions for proper use of the headset press Attempting to install both bearings simultaneously can damage the bearings and or frame 2 Turn the Integrated Preload Adjuster located on the spindle of the non drive side crankarm until it contacts the crankarm You may need to first loosen the 2 mm adjuster bolt 3 Install the bottom bracket cup seals into the bottom bracket cups Slide the non drive side crankarm spindle through the non drive side bottom bracket cup until the splines come through the drive side bottom bracket cup and the spindle stops You may need to tap the crankarm with a rubber mallet to fully install the spindle into the bottom bracket 4 Place the drive side crank arm on the spindle and use a 10 mm hex to torque the crank bolt to 48 54 N m 425 478 in lb 478 in lb PRESSFITSO CRANKSETS 39 5 Gently tap the drive side crankarm self extractor bolt with a rubber mallet to fully seat the crankarm Turn the Integrated Preload Adjuster until it is hand tight against the non drive side bottom bracket cup 7 Use a 2 mm hex wrench to tighten t
18. the new o ring and install it When using a pick to remove o rings do not scratch the piston Scratches may cause air to leak AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX Apply grease to the air piston and negative piston outer o rings Insert the air piston into the open end of the air spring Push the air shaft assembly into the air tube Push the negative piston into the air tube until it is seated just past the snap ring groove 17 Wipe any remaining grease from the snap ring groove with a clean rag Use large internal snap ring pliers to secure the snap ring into its groove Make sure the snap ring is securely fastened in the snap ring groove You can check this by using the snap ring pliers to rotate the snap ring back and forth a couple of times then firmly pulling down on the air shaft Snap rings have a sharper edged side and a rounder edged side Installing snap rings with the sharper edged side facing the tool will allow for easier installation and removal Insert the negative piston retention plate into the end of air tube stepped side first Use small external snap ring pliers to re install the retention plate snap ring Compress the snap ring just enough to install it into its groove Over extending the snap ring can permanently damage it and cause air spring assembly failure Place the plastic washer over the air valve and seat it against the top of the keys on the travel adjustment shaft Apply
19. this warranty statement in no event shall SRAM or its third party supplies be liable for direct indirect special inci dental or consequential damages LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY This warranty does not apply to products that have been incorrectly installed and or adjusted ac cording to the respective SRAM technical installation manual The SRAM installation manuals can be found online at www sram com www RockShox com or www avidbike com This warranty does not apply to damage to the product caused by a crash impact abuse of the product non compliance with manufacturers specifications of usage or any other circumstances in which the product has been subjected to forces or loads beyond its design This warranty does not apply when the product has been modified This warranty does not apply when the serial number or production code has been deliberately alte red defaced or removed This warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear Wear and tear parts are subject to damage as a result of normal use failure to service according to SRAM recommendations and or riding or instal lation in conditions or applications other than recommended Wear and tear parts are identified as e Dust seals e Brake sleeves e Bottomout pads e Bushings e Brake pads e Bearings e Air sealing o rings e Chains e Bearing races e Glide rings e Sprockets e Pawls e Rubber moving parts e Cassettes e Transmission gears e Foam rings e Shifter and brake cables e Tools e Rea
20. to remove the brake clamp bolt from the discreet clamp MMX or XLoc XLoc will first require the removal of the XX shifter Remove the brake lever from the handlebar Pull the hose boot off the compression nut and slide it down the hose Use a T25 TORX wrench to remove the calipers from the fork or frame If dirty clean the levers and calipers with soapy water and a clean rag Use an 11 mm open ended wrench to hold the hose stop in place and use an 8 mm open ended wrench to unscrew the hose compression nut Pull the brake hose and compression fitting from the brake lever body Discreet Clamp XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL 3 Allow any brake fluid to drain into a container Hold lever assembly over container and squeeze the lever to pump any brake fluid from inside the lever assembly If the system has been contaminated with fluid any fluid other than DOT 5 1 brake fluid you will need to flush all the parts with soapy water rinse and allow to dry fully prior to rebuilding You will also need to install all new seals and a new hose Use the Pivot Pin Press to remove the pivot pin from the lever Prepare the tool by first installing the small washer followed by the press sleeve onto the bolt Next slide the bolt through pivot pin of the lever Thread the catcher onto the bolt until it makes contact with the lever body Insert the lever blade brace with the contoured side against the pivot pin into the lever blade
21. tube so that there is 1 3 mm of clearance between the bottom of the derailleur cage outer plate and the tallest teeth of the large chainring FRONT DERAILLEURS 2 Align the front derailleur cage outer plate to be parallel with the chainrings 3 Use a T25 TORX wrench and torque the front derailleur clamp bolt to 3 4 N m 27 35 in lb 5 7 N m 44 62 in lb s SC 3 4 N m 27 35 in lb 5 7 N m 44 62 in Ib HINGE CLAMP STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS LOW MOUNT Lightly clamp the front derailleur to the seat tube so that there is 1 3 mm of clearance between the bottom of the derailleur cage outer plate and the tallest teeth of the large chainring 2 Align the front derailleur cage outer plate to be parallel with the chainrings 15 HINGE CLAMP STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS CLOW MOUNT 16 3 Use a T25 TORX wrench and torque the front derailleur clamp bolt to 3 4 N m 27 35 in lb 5 7 N m 44 62 in lb DIRECT MOUNT STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS 4 Use a T25 TORX wrench and torque the front derailleur direct mount bolts to 5 7 N m 44 62 in lb ADJUSTMENT AND CABLE INSTALLATION 5 Place the chain on the largest rear cog and the smallest front chainring Adjust the low limit screw so that the chain is positioned close the the inner cage plate without actually contacting the plate Click the small lever on the front shifter to ensure the cable is fully released Turn the front shifter barrel adjuster fully into t
22. wiper end prior to lower leg installation onto the upper tubes LOWER LEG INSTALLATION 102 5 Inspect and clean the damper and air spring shaft bolts nut nylon crush washers and crush wash retainers Replace crush washers and crush washer retainers if damaged You must clean dirty crush washers and replace damaged crush washers Dirty or damaged crush washers can cause oil to leak from the fork Insert the rebound damper and air spring shaft bolts into threaded shaft ends or air shaft nut onto the threaded shaft end through the lower leg shaft holes and tighten with a 5 mm hex or 10 mm socket wrench to 7 3 N m 65 in lb For hollow bottom fork legs you will need to use a deep 10 mm socket to thread the Dual Air shaft nut 7 Insert the external rebound damper knob into the rebound damper shaft bolt Push it in until secure Adjust as desired Refer to the air chart on your fork and inflate the positive air chamber followed by the negative air chamber to the desired pressure Spray isopropyl alcohol on entire fork and wipe it with a clean rag plo reos the positive negative air valve caps onto the air valves LOWER LEG INSTALLATION FRAME FIT SPECIFICATIONS NX Advanced ideas require precise execution XX demands precise frame fit specifications that are unique to XX These specifications are the result of the innovative and revolutionary technology that makes XX shifting the lightest fastest
23. 3 rereet steps 1 2 for the other side of the lower leg Spray isopropyl alcohol on and into the lower leg Wipe the lower legs clean then wrap a clean lint free rag around a dowel and clean the inside of each lower leg 84 LOWER LEG DUST SEAL SERVICE 85 FOAM RING INSTALLATION REBA amp REVELATION Soak the new foam rings in 15wt Pit Stop suspension oil Insert a new oil saturated foam ring into a lower leg DUST SEAL INSTALLATION Position the dust seal into the recessed side of the seal installation tool so that the grooved side of the seal is visible Hold one of the lower legs firmly and use the seal installation tool to push the dust wiper evenly and completely into that leg Be sure to stabilize the lower leg in order to prevent it from slipping while installing the seal Check the foam ring under the wiper seal The foam ring should not protrude from the wiper seal If the foam ring protrudes adjust it so that it is flush inside the lower leg on all sides EJ Repeat steps 5 7 for the other side of the lower leg LOWER LEG DUST SEAL SERVICE 86 XX MOTION CONTROL DAMPER SERVICE Servicing the damper of your front suspension helps ensure consistent rebound and compression performance At this point you should already have the lower legs removed from your fork If not you will need to return to the Lower Leg Removal section of this manual and follow the instructions for removing your fork
24. AIR SPRING SERVIC Espia A AENA AAA AAA a ENE A AAA 91 OPTIONAL ALE TRAVEL CONESURATION Si e ca ROSS 95 AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE lt REVELATION X X iia ti A A a A dd end 96 LOWER CEG INSTALLATION E 102 FRAME FIT SPECIFICATIONS aii ciao Eee 104 XX FRONT DERAILLEUR LOW amp HIGH CLAMP asar a ca 105 AX FRONT DERAILLEUR DIRECT MOUN WEE 107 A A A E e POPE CO aa aE Aa aaa a AA AAE ea a aa E Aa a a E 110 AVID AYDRAULIC BRAKE SETUP GUIDE siistiin oaaae aaa linia 111 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST At SRAM we care about YOU Please always wear your safety glasses and protective gloves when servicing your XX componentry Protect yourself Wear your safety gear Important Your XX parts may look different from those illustrated MATCHMAKER A TECHNICAL DATA AL 6061 T6 Titanium T 25 TORX Bolts Shifter Brake Shifter Brake XLoc Medial Lateral and Rotational Around the Handlebar Material Hardware Options Adjustability Mounting Ambidextrous TRIGGER SHIFTERS TECHNICAL DATA Front Rear AS SRAM XX 2x10 Only 2 10 Version Compatibility Speeds Technology Mechanism Max Shifts Matchmaker Shifter Cable Hardware Barrel Adjuster Clamp Pull Lever Pull Lever Material Release Lever Top Cover Lower Cover Weight INSTALLATION Exact Actuation Ratio for 10 Speed Exact Actuation Ratio 1 3 up shifts 1 down shift Matchmaker and Matchmaker X Compatible Stainless Steel with PTFE Coating
25. Apply a generous amount of grease to the base plate inner o ring Make sure the snap ring is securely fastened in the snap ring groove You can check this by using the snap ring pliers to rotate the snap ring back and forth a couple of times then firmly pulling down on the air shaft Snap rings have a sharper edged side and a rounder edged side Installing snap rings with the sharper edged side facing the tool will allow for easier installation and removal Turn the top cap clockwise to unthread it from the top of the air assembly Use a pick to remove the plastic washer from inside of the top cap or from the top of the travel adjustment shaft Set the washer aside AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX Use a pick to remove both top cap o rings Apply grease to the new o ring s and install When using a pick to remove o rings do not scratch the top cap Scratches may cause air to leak Use small external snap ring pliers to remove the small external snap ring located at the bottom of the air assembly then remove the negative piston retention plate Compress the snap ring just enough to remove it from its groove Over extending the snap ring can permanently damage it and cause air spring assembly failure Use large internal snap ring pliers to remove the snap ring from the bottom of the air tube Use the tips of the pliers to press the aluminum negative piston slightly into the air tube while installi
26. EC INGA DATA EE 14 INSTALLATION o dd A On e ae ee 14 BAND CLAMP STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS HIGH MOUNT iisiiniinnicnici a rd dd dd did id 14 HINGE CLAMP STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS LOW MOUNT sosisiasanaa ada o 15 DIRECT MOUNTSTYEE FRONT DERAILLEURS EE 16 ADJUSTMENT AND CABLEINSTALLA RON esla a 16 TROVYBLE SRO TIN EE 17 REAR e TE E 18 TECHNICAL DAT Acantilado 18 INSTAELATION E ON 18 Bi IR EE E Re RE 19 REAR DERAILEEUR CABLE AND OWS EE 20 INDEX SHF TING ADIWS TIME CR EE 21 CRHAIN GAP ADJUSTMENT EE 21 MAINTENANCE cosacos iii idiota itinere 21 TROUBEESHOOTUN ET 21 E E 22 Re WE Te TE EE ER ERT RE 22 RAR TS PREPRARATION sutil O ld e S a 22 INSTALLATION uti tb ts e o O tl De ale O des ace 24 PEDAL INSTALLATION e il ol ole re A ee E doin ale docto 25 MAINTENANCE Estas dt o es lt id de eb Oh de el 25 BBSOCRANKSE Sii A A A AA ASA AAA 26 PAR A e e de 26 a NEE RE 27 PEDALI NS By 24 AO a e e e e o o de 50 MAINTENANCE NN 50 Kale E Al PRESSEIT GXP CRANKSE KE 32 COMPATIBLE ace mr tee AAP nN eT Rep OR Rr Ue a RI OE et ER SCE er ee Ce ee en ee re 2 PAR ESP EP ATION a es 2 INSTALLATO Na i Nad ia SI AAA Ri A O a 34 PA MIN SFA AT PON aee n a O 55 TOT AIT NIN a Rede IAAI de e cd Es REMOVAL EE Es PRESSPITSO CRANKSET Sita id A Ea aa LE dida 37 AT TSP NR LTC cays ecclesia teeta te tines ed 57 INSTALACION 2 de te el dd eto na 38 PEDALINS TALA TO Not io oo e a a 40 MAINTENANCE nt ld lo el de doi delo Dd 40 REMOVA KEE 40 TABLE OF CONTENTS BRAKE
27. EED PROCEDURE 77 Hold both syringes upright and depress the plunger of the damper syringe while simultaneously pulling out on the plunger of the remote syringe Reverse this process and repeat until no more bubbles move into the remote syringe 12 Unthread the syringe from the damper and use a T10 TORX wrench to re install the bleed screw into the damper Use a rag to wipe off any excess suspension fluid 13 Hold the XLoc button in the extended locked position and pull out the syringe plunger Small bubbles will move into the suspension fluid as air is pulled from the system 14 Continue pulling out on the Speed Lube syringe plunger Push in the XLoc button to the unlocked position This will dislodge more bubbles from the remote into the syringe XLOC BLEED PROCEDURE 78 15 Push in on the syringe plunger and then press in the XLoc button to release it to the locked position t Repeat steps 13 15 until air bubbles no longer move into the suspension fluid It can take several repetitions of this process to fully void the system of air 17 Unthread the Speed Lube fitting from the XLoc bleed port Put a few drops of suspension fluid into the bleed port Replace the bleed port screw and use a T10 TORX wrench to torque to 0 5 0 7 N m 4 5 6 in lb Use a rag to wipe off any excess suspension fluid Use a T25 TORX wrench to loosen the XLoc handlebar clamp Re position the XLoc to your desired angle Use a T25 TORX wrenc
28. KE SETUP GUIDE TIPS FOR THE BEST POSSIBLE BRAKE SETUP Avid has some amazing one of a kind product features that consistently make us the choice of the best riders in the world But there s another big factor at play when it comes to maximizing your braking performance proper setup You can easily ruin an awesome brake s performance by setting it up wrong and you can enhance the capabilities of any brake with the right setup If you follow the extremely simple steps described below you can set up your bike s cockpit just like the pros do You ll be amazed by the difference it ll make The general idea is simple Brakes are all about leverage The more power you build into brakes the less effort it takes to use them To achieve power you need leverage All Avid brakes are designed to deliver huge power but unlike others in the brake business we know the story doesn t stop there Another huge part of maximizing power is the marriage between thephysiology of your hand and operation of the brake The proper brake setup will helo your hand to take advantage of all of Avid s features resulting in less fatigue more power more control and ultimately a much better ride STEP 1 PLANNING FOR THE RIGHT SETUP Determine your preference for the component placement on your handlebar This is the typical setup T NM ie ra Note This is the typical setup that the vast majority of riders use but
29. MYTO XX Technical Manual NN EN 0000000002866 SRAM LLC Warranty EXTENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY SRAM warrants its products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years after original purchase This warranty only applies to the original owner and is not transferable Claims under this warranty must be made through the retailer where the bicycle or the SRAM compo nent was purchased Original proof of purchase is required LOCAL LAW This warranty statement gives the customer specific legal rights The customer may also have other rights which vary from state to state USA from province to province Canada and from country to country elsewhere in the world To the extent that this warranty statement is inconsistent with the local law this warranty shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such law under such local law certain disclaimers and limita tions of this warranty statement may apply to the customer For example some states in the United States of America as well as some governments outside of the United States including provinces in Canada may a Preclude the disclaimers and limitations of this warranty statement from limiting the statutory rights of the consumer e g United Kingdom b Otherwise restrict the ability of a manufacturer to enforce such disclaimers or limitations LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY To the extent allowed by local law except for the obligations specifically set forth in
30. OT 4 or 5 1 such as mineral oil or DOT 5 damage to all rubber and plastic internal parts may exist If your brake was damaged in a crash there may be damage to the lever blade and pushrod assemblies as well as the housing assembly Inspection and or replacement of these parts due to any of the above situations will be necessary to restore proper brake function e Avid highly recommends the use of rubber gloves when handling DOT fluids e DOT FLUIDS WILL DAMAGE PAINTED SURFACES If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface i e your frame or printing on the brakes wipe it off immediately and clean with isopropyl alcohol or water REMOVAL OF PAINT AND OR PRINTING BY DOT FLUID IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY e Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brake pads If this occurs the pads are contaminated and must be replaced e For best results use only Avid Hi Performance DOT Fluid If Avid fluid is not available only use DOT 5 1 fluid Do NOT use mineral oil e Used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations e NEVER pour used DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water PARTS AND TOOLS NEEDED FOR SERVICE Safety glasses Gloves T30 T25 and T10 TORX wrenches DOT compatible grease Oil pan Snap ring pliers Flathead screwdriver Air compressor with blow gun chuck TROUBLESHOOTING Sticky or slow brake
31. TEP 6 POSITION SHIFTERS Your brake levers are in position now it s time to move the shifters into place It s very easy All you need to do is grip the bars like you are riding again and extend your thumb like you are going to shift With your thumb extended just move the shifter until it touches it in a comfortable spot It s okay for this to feel like a little bit of a stretch because you don t shift as often as you brake and you still have four fingers on the bar anyway Note If you are using Grip Shift shifters the steps above obviously change a bit Since the location of the shifter is predetermined you can skip this step STEP 7 RIDE You ve now completed a setup procedure that s sure to enhance your braking control dramatically so get out there and start riding This is the way braking should be Enjoy it MORE TIPS FOR THE BEST POSSIBLE BRAKE SETUP UNDERSTANDING AVID S UNIQUE TECHNOLOGIES Not all brakes are created equal Sure they all go in the same spot on your bike and they all have levers and these days most are hydraulic But don t be fooled There are some major differences between Avid and the others out there We have a number of unique technologies that make dialing up true performance a snap Let s take a moment and review some of the basics PAD CONTACT POINT ADJUSTMENT We re proud to have been the company that invented this fea ture before people even knew how much they needed it As the name s
32. al head assembly onto the rebound damper shaft Spray isopropyl alcohol into the upper tube Wrap a clean rag around a dowel and clean the inside of the upper tube Insert the rebound damper piston into the bottom of the upper tube at an angle with the side of the glide ring opposite the split entering the upper tube first Continue to angle and rotate until the glide ring is in the upper tube Position the upper tube base ring and rebound seal head into the upper tube Push the seal head firmly into the bottom of the upper tube until the retaining ring groove is visible 12 Push the rebound damper shaft into the seal head leaving just enough to grab onto Use large internal snap ring pliers to secure the snap ring into the snap ring groove Important Make sure the snap ring is securely fastened in the snap ring groove You can check this by using the snap ring pliers to rotate the snap ring back and forth a couple of times then firmly pulling down on the damper shaft Snap rings have a sharper edged side and a rounder edged side Installing snap rings with the sharper edged side facing towards the tool will allow for easier installation and removal XX MOTION CONTROL DAMPER SERVICE 13 Orient the fork upright in the bicycle stand Pull the rebound damper shaft down to the fully extended position Measure and slowly pour 5wt Pit Stop suspension oil into the upper tube using the following volumes Oil volume is critical Too
33. an damage the bearings and or frame 3 Install the wave washer and then the drive side bearing shield onto the spindle making sure the bearing shield is oriented correctly The stepped lip on the bearing shield should face the bottom bracket shell The drive side bearing shield inner diameter has a circular design The non drive side bearing shield inner diameter has a flower like design 4 Slide the drive side crankarm spindle through the drive side bottom bracket cup until the splines come through the non drive side bottom bracket cup and the spindle stops PRESSFIT GXP CRANKSETS Install the non drive side bearing shield onto the spindle making sure the bearing shield is oriented correctly The stepped lip on the bearing shield should face the bottom bracket shell not pictured Apply grease to the threads of non drive side crank bolt Place the non drive side crank arm on the spindle and use a 8 mm hex to torque the crank bolt to 48 54 N m 425 478 in lb 478 in lb Check the assembly for play by rocking the crank arms back and forth away from frame If the crank moves tighten crank arm bolt until no play is detected If maximum torque of 54 N m 478 in lb has been achieved remove the crank arm from the spindle apply additional grease and repeat installation procedures until play is eliminated PEDAL INSTALLATION Grease the pedal threads and install pedals to the crankarms Torque to 47
34. and most precise in the mountain bike market today Please take the time to carefully review the frame fit specifications to ensure you have the information you need to build the perfect XX equipped mountain bike We didn t compromise when developing the XX group we know you won t either seam XX FRONT DERAILLEUR LOW amp HIGH CLAMP eme a Je e 2 Be sure to leave adequate clearance between bottle cage mounts and front derailleur clamp HIGH CLAMP LOW CLAMP 55N Top Pull 25 mm 34 mm Bottom Pull 32 mm FRONT DERAILLEUR FRAME COMPATIBILITY AND CAPACITY INFORMATION Rear Clamp Diameter Capacity Cable Routing Chain Stay Angle 0 HIGH CLAMP LOW CLAMP 31 8 a aa Clamp Forged Aluminum Se Cage Steel Top Pull 10 speed Yes or Bottom Pull Clamp Steel Cage Steel a 66 69 1420 mm min 104 XX FRONT DERAILLEUR LOW amp HIGH CLAMP 105 LOW CLAMP HIGH CLAMP Bottle cage mounts XX FRONT DERAILLEUR LOW amp HIGH CLAMP 106 XX DIRECT MOUNT TYPE d LU a gt Z BD Fe O LU D a FRONT DERAILLEUR DIRECT MOUNT FRONT DERAILLEUR CLEARANCE SWING ARM FULLY MOUNTING HOLE POSITION SWING ARM FULLY EXTENDED COMPRESSED 68 mm 73mm BB shell BB shell A width width 0 15 mm 0 15 mm 48 9 mm 42 7 mm 63mm 0 15 mm 01 mm 0 2 mm 14 8 mm 17 5 mm 66260 Amm 2 g
35. ank and hold the derailleur in place Use a T25 TORX wrench to turn the limit screw marked L on the outer link of the derailleur to align the center of the upper guide pulley with the center of the largest cog REAR DERAILLEUR 20 REAR DERAILLEUR CABLE AND HOUSING Additional component installation procedures Brake Calipers Front Derailleur Rear Derailleur Cranksets Measure cut and install shifter housing and ferrules Check for binding by turning handlebars side to side Measure and cut the rear derailleur housing Make sure it is neither too long or too short Install housing ferrules and install the housing on the bike Feed the cable through the cable housing and stops Make sure the rear shifter is in the fully released position highest gear Turn the barrel adjuster clockwise fully into the shifter and then unthread one full turn Attach the rear shifter cable to the rear derailleur Make sure the cable follows all derailleur fins or guides and is fully captured within the cable anchor plate Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the rear derailleur anchor bolt to 4 5 N m 35 44 in Ib Di Cut the cable 3 cm from where it exits the cable anchor plate to avoid interference with the upper guide pulley and chain Crimp a cable end tip onto the cable REAR DERAILLEUR 21 INDEX SHIFTING ADJUSTMENT 12 While turning the crank downshift the derailleur one cog easier gear If the chain h
36. ar derailleur anchor bolt to 4 5 Nem 35 44 in lb 4 See the front derailleur and rear derailleur installation instructions for shifting adjustment Always check the front and rear brake levers for proper operation If there is interference between a shifter and a brake lever rotate one out of the way Check for proper brake lever operation again 11 DERAILLEUR CABLE INSTALLATION 12 SHIFTER CABLE CHANGE Use only new high quality cable and compressionless cable housing with endcaps Make sure the shifter is in fully released position lowest gear position front shifter or the highest gear number rear shifter Detach the cable from the derailleur 3 Cut the cable off 6 15 cm from the shifter barrel adjuster Discard the old cable and cable housing 4 Use a T10 TORX wrench to unscrew the shifter cover bolt Remove the shifter cover by hand 5 Use a pick to carefully guide the cable end out of the cable retainer slot Discard the old cable and housing Measure cut and install new derailleur housing SHIFTER CABLE CHANGE 13 Feed the new cable through the cable entry and out of the barrel adjuster Make sure the cable end is fully seated in the cable retainer slot 7 Replace the shifter cover Use a T10 TORX wrench to hand tighten the shifter cover bolt Only hand tighten the shifter cover bolt Do not over tighten MAINTENANCE Clean the shifter using only water and mild soap
37. be installed Insert a large box wrench or similar tool without sharp edges between the pistons then carefully rock it back and forth pushing the pistons back into their bores 4 Inspect and measure the total thickness of each brake pad with a ruler If the total thickness is less than 3 mm you need to replace both brake pads not pictured if the backing plate and pad material is thicker than 3 mm you can simply re install your brake pads as outlined in step 5 DISC BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 68 5 Be sure the spreader clip is oriented to the pads as shown Align the hole in the spreader clip with the holes in the pad tabs Squeeze the pad and clip assembly together then insert into the caliper as a unit Firmly push until the assembly is seated into place Install the pad retainer bolt and use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to torque to 0 9 1 1 N m 80 97 in lb Install the E clip on the wheel side of the caliper making sure it sits in the groove of the retainer bolt 2 5mm 0 9 1 1N m 80 97in lb DISC BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 69 DISC BRAKE PAD AND ROTOR BED IN PROCEDURE All new brake pads and rotors should be put through a wear in process called bed in The bed in procedure which should be performed prior to your first ride ensures the most consistent and powerful braking feel along with the quietest braking in most riding conditions The bed in process heats up the brake pads and rotors which dep
38. ch Remove the fork from the stand and pour any air seal lubricant into an oil pan Clamp the fork back into the bicycle stand Push the negative air shaft up and into base plate leaving only the tip of the threaded shaft end protruding from base plate You may need to depress the Schrader valve as you push the shaft Depressing the Schrader valve as you push in the shaft may help with removal 3 Slide a 15 mm socket tool or similar hollow tool over the air shaft end and press firmly against the base plate While pressing the air base plate up and into the upper tube remove the snap ring using large external snap ring pliers 90 DUAL AIR SPRING SERVICE Firmly pull the air shaft down to remove the air spring assembly from the upper tube 5 Spray isopropyl alcohol on the inside and outside of the upper tube and wipe with a clean rag Wrap a clean rag around a long dowel and insert it into the upper tube to clean inside the upper tube Remove the base plate and negative air piston from the Dual Reba XX Air shaft Reba and Revelation Remove the base plate wavy washer flat washer base plate bumper and a Negative negative air piston from the Dual Air shaft air piston Negative nu EI air piston Base plate ss A bumper See the All Travel Configurations page for de alternate spring configurations Washers T SID XX SID XX World Cup Negative mmm alt piston Base plate Revelat
39. cle following the installation procedure and torque specifications called out in the user manual See this section of the XX Technical Manual for more detailed installation instructions Brake Calipers H a T25 a CR 5 7 N m 44 62 in Ib XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 57 XX BRAKE HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT e Avid highly recommends the use of rubber gloves when handling DOT fluids e DOT FLUIDS WILL DAMAGE PAINTED SURFACES If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface i e your frame or printing on the brakes wipe it off immediately and clean with isopropyl alcohol or water REMOVAL OF PAINT AND OR PRINTING BY DOT FLUID IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY e Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brake pads If this occurs the pads are contaminated and must be replaced e For best results use only Avid Hi Performance DOT Fluid If Avid fluid is not available only use DOT 5 1 fluid Do NOT use mineral oil e Used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations e NEVER pour used DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water PARTS AND TOOLS NEEDED FOR SERVICE Safety glasses e Adjustable torque wrench Gloves e 8 and 11mm open ended wrenches Hydraulic hose cutters or very sharp cable housing cutters e Towels DOT compatible grease e Avid Hi Performance DOT 51 Fluid Isopropyl alcohol Avid Bleed kit Com
40. d The damaged retaining clip can be removed by using a flat bladed screwdriver to lift the notched section of the retaining clip out of the bottom bracket groove and guiding the retaining clip out of the bottom bracket groove 31 BBSO CRANKSETS PRESSFIT GXP CRANKSETS A To ensure that your PressFit GXP crankset performs properly and to help make your riding experience more enjoyable and trouble free we highly recommend that you have it installed by a qualified bicycle mechanic Installation of the adapter does not have to be permanent However removal of the adapter can damage the cups and bearings Do not re use the adapter after removal from the frame shell The adapter will only work in undamaged frames in good condition The adapter must NOT be used as a way to repair frames with damaged press fit bottom bracket shells Improper use installation or removal of the adapter will void your warranty and can void the warranty for your frame COMPATIBILITY PressFit GXP MTB Bottom Bracket enables the use of SRAM and Truvativ GXP MTB triple cranksets in frames designed with sleeveless PressFit bottom bracket shells of 89 5 mm or 92 mm width and 41 mm diameter PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Torque wrench e 8 mm hex wrench e Grease e Headset press Park Tool Co HHP 2 or equivalent e Pick e Calipers Assure the frame s bottom bracket shell is clean and free of metal chips excess
41. e brake performance with a perfect bleed The goal of bleeding is to remove any air that is trapped in the hose caliper or lever Air trapped in a hydraulic brake system degrades the performance of the brake The following instructions will walk you through our simple bleed procedure A XX brakes come with hoses attached and bled If you don t need to change the hose length you do not need to bleed the system prior to installation e Avid highly recommends the use of rubber gloves when handling DOT fluids e DOT FLUIDS WILL DAMAGE PAINTED SURFACES If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface i e your frame or printing on the brakes wipe it off immediately and clean with isopropyl alcohol or water REMOVAL OF PAINT AND OR PRINTING BY DOT FLUID IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY e Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brake pads If this occurs the pads are contaminated and must be replaced e For best results use only Avid Hi Performance DOT Fluid If Avid fluid is not available only use DOT 5 1 fluid Do NOT use mineral oil e Used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations e NEVER pour used DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water PARTS AND TOOLS NEEDED FOR SERVICE e Safety glasses e Adjustable torque wrench e Gloves e Avid Bleed Block e T25 and T10 TORX wrenches e 2 5 and 4 mm hex wrenches e Hydraulic
42. e and housing Check for excessive bending of routed cable cable housing Crank collides with front derailleur High gear limit screw incorrectly adjusted Correct high limit screw Cage not parallel with chainring Correct the front derailleur position REAR DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR TECHNICAL DATA Version Speeds Technology Inner Cage Outer Cage Inner Link Outer Link B Bolt B Knuckle P Knuckle Bearing Pulleys Hardware Cage Length Cassette Compatibility Weight XX Rear Derailleur 10 speed for 2x10 system Exact Actuation Ratio DIRT Direct Route Technology Carbon Fiber Composite Carbon Fiber Composite Forged Magnesium Forged AL 6061 T6 Al 7075 T6 Forged Al 7075 T6 Grilon Composite Sealed Ceramic Bearing pulleys Titanium and AL 7075 T6 T25 TORX bolts 93 mm Maximum 36 T 181g INSTALLATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e T25 TORX wrench 1 Check the rear derailleur hanger alignment A bent rear derailleur hanger will result in inaccurate index shifting 2 Apply grease to the threads of the bicycle frame derailleur hanger 3 Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the rear derailleur hanger bolt to 8 10 N m 70 88 in lb Make sure the derailleur b adjust tabs properly contact the derailleur hanger and the b adjust screw contacts the b adjust stop 18 e Adjustable torque wrench up to 25 N m 217 in lb e Cable cutter REAR DERAILLEUR 19 4 Wra
43. e enjoyable and trouble free we highly recommend that you have it installed by a qualified bicycle mechanic Installation of the adapter does not have to be permanent However removal of the adapter can damage the cups and bearings Do not re use the adapter after removal from the frame shell The adapter will only work in undamaged frames in good condition The adapter must NOT be used as a way to repair frames with damaged press fit bottom bracket shells Improper use installation or removal of the adapter will void your warranty and can void the warranty for your frame PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Torque wrench e 2mm 10 mm hex wrenches e Grease e Headset press Park Tool Co HHP 2 or equivalent e Pick e Rubber Mallet Assure the frame s bottom bracket shell is clean and free of metal chips excess paint or dirt A It is not necessary to face or machine the bottom bracket shell to use the PressFit30 system 2 Carefully remove the bearing shields from the bottom bracket cups You may need to use a pick to free the shields from the bottom bracket cups Z Apply grease to the bottom bracket and frame surfaces as illustrated including the outside face of the bearings and the drive side bottom bracket cup o ring Apply grease to the spindle threads splines and races the smooth part of the spindle near the integrated preload adjuster 57 38 INSTALLATION Bearing
44. e pivot of the lever The closer your fingers are to the pivot on the blade the less leverage you have which translates into dramatically less power and more hand fatigue You are much better off using the end of the lever because that gives you the best leverage If you follow the steps above your grip and lever clamp will likely be further apart than you are used to That s okay though It s just the sign of someone who knows exactly what he or she is doing dE Note This setup means that most often you ll use one finger to brake which may be new to you Rest assured this is the right way to go Using one finger to brake allows the others to keep a firm grip on the handlebar When Avid brakes are set up in this fashion you will have all the braking power you ll ever need And by the way you will find that the lever is still close enough to use your middle finger as well if that s the way you want to roll STEP 3 REACH ADJUSTMENT Reach Adjuster Z Reach Adjuster C On Avid brakes the reach adjustment is always going to be a knob on the front of the lever or a hex wrench bolt near the pivot The goal here is to position the lever s bend exactly at the base of your first knuckle on your forefinger so turn the reach adjuster until you get there STEP 4 PAD ll cal Se ES EN Elixir XX IF you are the lucky owner of an Avid brake with Pad Contact Poin
45. e syringe 14 Once the large bubbles at the caliper have stopped apply a small amount of pressure on the syringe plunger and slowly let the pressure extend the brake lever you have been holding with your finger If you fastened the lever with a zip tie or rubber bands remove these first but keep the lever pulled in with your finger then apply pressure on the syringe plunger You will feel the pressure at your finger on the lever just let the fluid extend the lever back to its original position 15 Remove the syringe from the caliper and re install the bleed port screw There will be excess DOT fluid that spills out as you re install the bleed port screw this is normal be sure to wipe the fluid off the caliper with a towel and water XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE 65 16 Open the red syringe clamp on the lever 17 Pull out on the lever syringe plunger to create a vacuum then gently push in on plunger to pressurize the system Squeeze and release the brake lever ten times allowing the lever to snap back to its starting position after squeezing this helps break loose the bubbles Repeat this procedure of creating a vacuum at the syringe and squeezing the brake lever ten times until large bubbles stop coming out of the lever Be careful not pull out too hard on the plunger or you will suck air past the plunger seal into the fluid and create more bubbles that you will have to eliminate Once the large bubbles at the lever
46. e washer If creaking of the assembly occurs check that all parts are torqued to specification and grease is liberally applied on all surfaces noted Verify that chainring bolts are torqued to 8 9 N m 80 90 in lb If creaking continues consult your local Truvativ dealer for assistance GXP CRANKSETS 26 BB30 CRANKSETS PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Headset press Park Tool Co HHP 2 or equivalent e 30 mm bearing installation tool 400 6415 032 020 e Torque wrench e 10 mm hex wrench e Grease e Rubber Mallet Ensure the frame s bottom bracket shell is clean and free of metal chips excess paint or dirt 2 Carefully remove the bearing shields from the bottom bracket bearings You may need to use a pick to free the shields from the bearings Z Apply grease to the inside surfaces of the bottom bracket shell and the bottom bracket grooves Apply light grease to the crank spindle splines and and spindle threads It is not necessary to face or machine the bottom bracket shell to use the BB30 system BB30 CRANKSETS 2d INSTALLATION Wear eye protection during the installation process The BB30 retaining clips have sharp edges and can cause serious eye injury if they spring from bottom bracket during installation 4 Using a small flat blade screwdriver gently install the square end of the retaining clip into the bottom bracket groove then work the retaining clip
47. ece luosmml 29 mm 7mm 9 5 mm 5mm 0 15 mm 0 15 mm 20 1 mm 22 701 mm SRA TI A AN 63 0 2 mm Kl A e A LI An DIRECT MOUNT TYPE S2 S3 XX FRONT DERAILLEUR DIRECT MOUNT FRONT DERAILLEUR CABLE ROUTING BOTTOM PULL SWING ARM FULLY EXTENDED TIRE CLEARANCE K Tao EA M5 0x0 8 6H DIRECT MOUNT 10 52 8 mm 5 mm 94 mm 100 mm 106 mm max Front Derailleur Cable Mounting Point Bottom Pull Front Derailleur Cable Mounting Point Bottom Pull DIRECT MOUNT 107 Xx FRONT DERAILLEUR DIRECT MOUNT FRONT DERAILLEUR FRAME COMPATIBILITY AND CAPACITY INFORMATION Rear Chain Stay Angle Capacity Index Cable Routing Ca Chain Line Material DIRECT MOUNT Top Pull Body Forged Aluminum 10 speed Yes or Cage Steel Bottom Pull 9 DIRECT MOUNT 7 mm max 420 mm min 108 Xx FRONT DERAILLEUR DIRECT MOUNT XX CRANKSETS CRANKSET FRAME CLEARANCE INFORMATION Chain Ring E I em 55 mm mm 190 mm 175 mm 28 42 31 mm crank 43 5 mm 445 mm 52 5 mm 65 7 mm 69 5 mm 70 5 mm arm Q factor MS oe NT CRANKSET GXP Bottom Bracket Type s BB30 PressFit 30 PressFit 30 PressFit 30 109 XX CRANKSETS 110 AVID HYDRAULIC BRA
48. emove the derailleur pulley bolts Using a pick carefully remove external seals from the pulleys and rubber bearing seal from the face of the bearings Load SKF LGHP 2 grease into syringe Apply grease ensuring that bearings are completely covered including between bearings Press the rubber bearing seal back into place Apply light coating of grease to the inside surface of the external seal Press external seals into place Wipe away any excess grease with a clean cloth ch Ok Pr e Re install the pulleys The Lower pulley is directional the words Lower Pulley and a directional arrow are marked on the outside face of the pulley to identify it from the non directional upper pulley TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Chain jumps from smallest cog to frame dropout High gear limit screw is not adjusted properly Turn in limit screw H until the guide pulley is aligned with the outboard edge of the smallest cog Difficult or impossible to shift chain onto smallest cog High gear limit screw is not adjusted properly Unscrew limit screw H until the guide pulley is aligned with the outboard edge of the smallest cog Low gear limit screw is not adjusted properly Turn in limit screw L until the center of the guide pulley is aligned with the center of the largest cog Chain jumps over largest cog and falls between the spokes and largest cog or inner cage plate contacts spokes Rear derailleur or derailleur
49. esitates or does not fully shift increase the cable tension by turning the shifter barrel adjuster counter clockwise If the chain shifts more than one cog decrease the cable tension by turning the shifter barrel adjuster clockwise Upshift back to the smallest cog and then downshift one cog easier gear again Repeat adjusting the cable tension until the shifting is accurate Shift the chain up and down the cassette several times to ensure that your derailleur is indexing properly Increase Tension CHAIN GAP ADJUSTMENT 13 Shift the chain onto the small chainring While turning the crank shift the rear derailleur to the largest cog Use a T25 TORX wrench to turn the b adjust screw until the chain gap equals approximately 12 mm from the tip of the cog to the tip of the upper guide pulley While turning the crank shift the derailleur across the range of the cassette and re check the chain gap The chain gap should average 12 mm across the range MAINTENANCE Wipe debris from between the cage plates and parallelogram linkage Clean the derailleur with clean or soapy water Rinse the derailleur with clean water and let air dry Do NOT use a pressure washer Ceramic bearings require regular maintenance Re grease bearings using SKF LGHP2 grease after 100 hours of use in dry conditions or immediately following any significant exposure to water riding in heavy rain water crossings ch Use a T25 TORX wrench to r
50. freely turn the bars all the way from side to side Double check this measurement because you can t go back after you cut The groove in the lever nose marks the spot where you ll cut the hose Cut the hose using hydraulic hose cutters or very sharp cable housing cutters XX BRAKE HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT 59 7 Apply DOT compatible grease to the threads of a new hose barb the compression fitting outer surfaces and compression nut threads While holding the hose firmly thread the hosebarb into the end of the hose using a T10 TORX Slide a new compression fitting over the end of the hose with the new hose barb Push the hose firmly into the lever until it stops While holding the hose in place slide the compression fitting and compression nut up to the lever or hose stop While continuing to push the hose into the hose stop use an 11 mm open ended wrench to hold the hose stop in place and use an 8 mm open ended wrench to torque the compression nut to 5 N m 47 in 1b 11 Slide the boot back into place Cutting the hose introduces a small amount of air into the system so at this point it is necessary to bleed the brakes for optimal performance See the next section XX Brake Bleed Procedure for instructions XX BRAKE HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT 60 XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE Avid brakes are the most powerful and precise hydraulic brakes on the market A key reason behind this is the ability to optimiz
51. fully insert the red plastic pad spacer between the brake pads to press the pads and caliper pistons apart A small amount of DOT fluid will flow from the lever body bleed port While still applying light pressure on the pads insert the 7 Install the wheel back onto the bicycle and firmly squeeze the lever approximately 10 times to reset the pads check for any leaks around the bleed port Now there should be more deadband and less pressure in the system If there is still excessive pressure after completing this procedure perform a complete bleed of the system Symptom First try this Then try this Short deadband Check for DOT fluid overfill Bleed the brake Long deadband Advance the pads Bleed the brake Sticky pistons Advance the pads Lubricate with DOT fluid or Avid DOT compatible grease Poor pad retraction Advance the pads Check for DOT fluid overfill Slow lever return Bleed the brake Check seals Of course you should start by adjusting the Pad Contact Point if your brake has that feature That s what it s for Never use chain lube on the pistons The petroleum in the oil can ruins seals and brake performance PERFORMING THE PERFECT BRAKE BLEED Our drip free bleed process is so thorough you ll never wonder Did get all the air out You can see every bit of performance robbing air being methodically extracted from the system Refer to the Avid Juicy Bleed procedure at www sram com en service
52. g a sharp pick remove the small banjo hole body half o ring Caliper Piston Removal Using an air compressor chuck insert the chuck nozzle into the banjo bolt hole of one of the caliper body halves Hold the caliper in one hand and point the caliper piston ina safe direction Hold one finger over the banjo bolt through hole on opposite side of caliper body so air does not escape Squeeze the air chuck and force air into the banjo bolt hole The compressed air will unseat the piston from the caliper Remove the piston from the caliper Point the caliper in a safe direction Use a cloth or a plastic bag to prevent the piston from causing injury or becoming lost Repeat this process for the other caliper body half Repeat this process for the other caliper body half XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 14 Remove the square edge o ring from inside each caliper body half with a sharp pick and replace with new square edge O rings 15 Inspect the caliper pistons for damage and replace if necessary Re install the caliper brake pistons into each half of the caliper body Make sure the piston slots are vertical in the caliper body this keeps the fluid slots on the back side of piston lined up with fluid ports Use a sharp pick to remove and replace the outboard caliper body o ring 17 Re assemble the two caliper body halves Use a T25 TORX to loosely re install the caliper body bolt to hold the assembly together
53. g bolt and remove the shifter Use a T25 TORX wrench to loosen the XLoc handlebar clamp position the XLoc so that the bleed screw is slightly above the button and re tighten the clamp bolt Press the XLoc button to set it to the Locked position button fully extended Turn the gold Floodgate adjuster in the direction of the the arrow until it stops maximum Floodgate ALOC BLEED PROCEDURE 75 5 Assemble two RockShox Speed Lube Kit syringes Install an o ring onto the end of the brass fitting Insert the brass fitting into the plastic tube Insert the red fitting into the other end of the plastic tube Thread the red fitting into the syringe Use a TIO TORX wrench to remove the bleed screw from the top of the damper located at the fork crown Fill both Soeed Lube syringes with 10 ml of 5wt suspension fluid ALOC BLEED PROCEDURE 76 7 Thread the brass fitting of one of the suspension fluid filled Speed Lube syringes into the damper bleed port Gently push in the syringe plunger to fill the system with suspension fluid Reverse this process by gently pulling out on the syringe plunger Repeat these steps a few times to ensure the system is fully filled with suspension fluid Use a T10 TORX wrench to remove the bleed screw from the XLoc Apply a few drops of suspension fluid to the XLoc bleed port and then thread the brass fitting of the other speed lube kit into the bleed port ALOC BL
54. grease to the travel adjustment seal head threads and shaft O ring AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX 20 Thread the top cap onto the travel adjustment seal head until the Schrader valve is completely extended from the hole in the center of the top cap You may need to push the air piston shaft into the air assembly to fully expose the Shrader valve Apply a few drops of medium strength thread lock to the top cap outer threads Use a 24 mm socket wrench to thread the top cap into the upper tube Tighten it to 14 6 N m 130 in lb Place the detent springs into the top cap detent holes leaving one empty hole between each spring this will result in two springs located in two consecutive holes the location of which is not critical Place a detent ball bearing on top of each detent spring Make sure you use all five springs and bearings otherwise the adjuster can turn allowing for unwanted travel change 23 Place the Air U Turn adjuster knob on the hex shaped shaft end Press down on the adjuster knob to access the retaining ring groove below the valve body threads While pressing down on the knob use a flat bladed screwdriver to secure the knob retaining ring from the side onto the valve body Make sure retaining ring is inserted into the groove not the air shaft threads The Air U Turn fork must be set the to full travel setting before installing the lower legs Turn the Air U Turn adjuster knob co
55. h as SRAM Pit Stop De Greaser Do not soak or store the cogs in any cleaning product This can lead to corrosion If the XX cassette is washed while not installed on a hub water can be trapped in the cassette between the cogs and the aluminum tube Use compressed air to drive out any water ALOE XLOC TECHNICAL DATA Material AL 7075 T6 Hydraulic Fluid 5wt suspension fluid SRAM Pit Stop suspension fluid recommended Hardware Titanium Options Left Right side options Matchmaker X compatible XLOC HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT The XLoc damper remote lockout uses a specific hydraulic hose that is compatible with the system s suspension fluid e Do NOT use hydraulic brake hose to replace the XLoc hydraulic hose Only use XLoc compatible hydraulic hose e Do NOT use hydraulic brake fluid or mineral oil in the XLoc system Only use 5wt suspension fluid e Do NOT use hydraulic brake bleed tools to bleed the XLoc system Only use the RockShox Speed Lube Kit Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when working with suspension fluid PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Hydraulic hose cutter or cable housing cutter e Rubber Gloves e Sharp knife e Replacement XLoc hydraulic hose e Oil pan To reduce the hydraulic hose length Use a sharp knife to carefully cut a 1 cm slit in the hydraulic hose across the top of the hose barb at the XLoc remote Do not scratch the hose barb Scratc
56. h to torque the XLoc clamp bolt to 5 6 N m 44 53 in lb Attach the XLoc shifter to the XLoc bracket with the shifter mounting bolt Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the shifter mounting bolt to 2 8 3 4 N m 25 30 in lb T10 a 2 8 3 4 g 0 5 0 7 N m 4 5 6 in Ib 44 53 n 1b TN Y m 25 30 in Ib ALOC BLEED PROCEDURE 79 FRONT SUSPENSION TOOLS NEEDED FOR SERVICE The following chart is a list of the tools needed for service on your model year 2010 RockShox XX front suspension While this chart is intended to be comprehensive it is still only a guide The tools required for each step of service are detailed in the text of each service section Keep in mind your specific fork may not require every tool listed LOWER TOOLS LEG REMOVAL SEAL DAMPER SPRING LOWER LEG SERVICE SERVICE SERVICE INSTALLATION SAFETY STARTING EQUIPMENT SAFETY GLASSES APRON RUBBER GLOVES CLEAN RAGS LINT FREE OIL PAN CLEAN WORK AREA BICYCLE STAND WRENCHES PLIERS 5 mm HEX 10 mm SOCKET OR OPEN END WRENCH 15 mm SOCKET 24 mm SOCKET SOCKET EXTENSION 24 mm FLAT WRENCH OR MISSION CONTROL WRENCH TORQUE WRENCH SNAP RING PLIERS INTERNAL SNAP RING PLIERS EXTERNAL MISC TOOLS PLASTIC MALLET LONG DOWEL ROD PLASTIC OR WOOD FLATHEAD SCREWDRIVER 32 mm SEAL INSTALLER SHARP PICK SHOCK PUMP MAGNET using a non metallic dowel rod helps to ensure the inside of upper tubes or lower legs do not
57. hanger is bent Straighten or replace Delayed Shifting Clearance between guide pulley sprocket Adjust b adjust screw by turning it counter clockwise is too large Rough shifting behavior Clearance between guide pulley sprocket Adjust b adjust screw by turning it clockwise is too small Shifts more gears onto smaller sprockets than intended Shift cable insufficiently tensioned Turn barrel adjuster on the shifter counter clockwise Delayed shifting onto larger sprocket Shift cable insufficiently tensioned Turn barrel adjuster on the shifter counter clockwise Delayed shifting onto smaller sprocket Shift cable is too tight Turn barrel adjuster on the shifter clockwise Excessive cable friction pinched or poorly Lubricate or replace cable and housing Check for excessive routed cable bending of cable housing CRANKSETS CRANKSETS TECHNICAL DATA Version GXP PressFit GXP BB30 PressFit 30 Chainline 49 5 mm Chainring Material AL 7075 T651 Chainring Color Tungsten Grey and Silver Chainring Bolts AL 7075 T6 Stainless Steel Crankarm Materials Integrated Carbon Composite Compatible Chain Type 10 speed SRAM Chains Chainring Options 26 39 28 42 Bottom Bracket Bearings BlackBox Ceramic Bearings Chainring Bolt Circle Diameter 120 80 Crankarm Length Options 170 mm 175 mm Weight 7549 694 y To ensure that your crankset and bottom bracket perform properly we highly recommend that you have them installed by a qualified bicycle mechanic We als
58. have stopped apply a small amount of pressure on the syringe plunger then remove the syringe and re install the bleed port screw There will be a small amount of excess DOT fluid that spills out as you remove the syringe and re install the bleed port screw this is normal be sure to wipe the fluid off the lever with a towel XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE Spray isopropyl alcohol or water onto a towel and wipe off the brake lever and caliper to remove any excess DOT fluid 20 Remove the Bleed Block from the caliper and re install the brake pads and spreader clip Click here for detailed brake pad re installation instructions Install the pad retainer bolt and use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to torque to 0 9 1 1 N m 80 97 in lb Install the E clip on the wheel side of the caliper making sure it sits in the groove of the retainer bolt 2 5 mm 0 9 1 1N m 80 97in lb 21 Re install your wheel according to the manufacturer s instructions e Empty the syringes into a sealed container and dispose of the fluid properly Remember used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations e NEVER pour used DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water e Do not re use this fluid e Do not leave the hose clamps closed this will damage the clear tubing on the syringes 22 You are almost ready to ride but first it s a good idea to test your brakes Pull on
59. he shifter then turn counterclockwise one full turn 7 Nm 44 62 in Ib DIRECT MOUNT STYLE FRONT DERAILLEURS 17 7 Feed the front shifter cable through the cable housing and cable stops Run the cable under the cable anchor washer and pull taut Bottom Pull Ee Top Pull Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the cable anchor bolt to 5 Nem 44 in lb Shift the chain up and down several times to remove any initial slack from the cable 5 7 N m 44 62 in Ib Shift the chain to the smallest rear cog and largest front chainring Use a T25 TORX to adjust the high limit screw so that the chain is positioned close the the outer cage plate without actually contacting the plate and the chain does not come off the large chainring TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Chain fails to change chainring Shift cable incorrectly clamped Check shift cable and correct as necessary Cable clamp cable housing stops cable recess in shifter cable tension High low limit screw poorly adjusted Correct limit screws Clearance between cage and large chainring Correct gap between chainring and derailleur 1 3 mm between is too great small derailleur cage outer plate and top of tallest large chainring tooth Chain falls over large small chainring High low limit screw poorly adjusted Correct limit screws Force required to change gears is too high Excessive cable friction pinched or poorly Lubricate or replace cabl
60. he bottom of the non drive side fork leg Depress the Schrader valve and release all of the air pressure from the negative air chamber then release all of the air pressure from the positive air chamber Remove the external rebound adjuster by pulling it from the drive side shaft bolt Use a5 mm hex wrench to loosen the damper shaft bolt 3 to 4 turns Use a 10 mm socket or open end wrench to loosen and unthread the air spring shaft nut until it is flush with the threaded shaft end For hollow bottom fork legs SID and Reba 29 you will need to use a deep 10 mm socket to loosen and unthread the Dual Air shaft nut LOWER LEG REMOVAL 5 Place an oil pan beneath the fork to catch any draining oil Use a plastic mallet to firmly strike each shaft bolt free from its press fit to the lower leg and use your fingers to remove shaft bolts and nut completely For hollow bottom fork legs tap the 5 mm hex wrench and 10 mm deep socket while engaged in the bolts to free them from the press fit Sr pull the lower leg downward until oil begins to drain If the upper tubes do not slide out of the lower leg or if oil doesn t drain from either side the press fit s may not be completely released Re install the shaft bolt s 2 to 3 turns or Dual Air nut flush with the threaded shaft end and strike again Do not hit the brake arch with any tool when removing the lower leg as this could damage the lower leg 7 Remove the lowe
61. he preload adjuster bolt until the gap in the adjuster closes Check the assembly for play by rocking the crank arms back and forth away from frame If the crank moves loosen the 2 mm oreload adjuster bolt turn the adjuster 1 2 turn to apply more preload to the crank and re tighten the preload adjuster bolt until the gap in the adjuster closes Repeat this process until no play is detected PRESSFITSO CRANKSETS PEDAL INSTALLATION Grease the pedal threads and install pedals to the crankarms Torque to 47 54 N m 461 477 in lb Use pedal washers if the pedal contact surface is not flat and smooth The drive side pedal is right hand thread The non drive side pedal is left hand thread 54 Nm 416 478 in lb MAINTENANCE Use only water and a mild soap to clean the crankset and bottom bracket Do NOT use a pressure washer If creaking of the assembly occurs check that all parts are torqued to specification and grease is liberally applied on all surfaces noted Verify that chainring bolts are torqued to 8 9 N m 80 90 in lb If creaking continues consult your local Truvativ dealer for assistance Bearings require regular maintenance Re grease bearings after 100 hours of use in dry conditions or immediately following any significant exposure to water such as riding in heavy rain or through water crossings REMOVAL Use the self extracting crank bolt assembly to remove the drive side crank arm Use a rubber
62. hes on the hose barb can cause the XLoc remote to leak Pull the cut end of the hydraulic hose from the hose barb Use a hydraulic hose cutter or sharp cable housing cutter to cut the hydraulic hose to the desired length Hose Barb Firmly press the hydraulic hose back onto the hose barb until the hose bottoms out Bleed your XLoc according to the XLoc bleed procedure ALOE 73 2 To increase the hydraulic hose length Use a sharp knife to carefully cut a slit in the hydraulic hose across the top of the hose barb at the fork crown and the hose barb at the XLoc Do not scratch the hose barbs Do not scratch the hose barb Scratches on the hose barb can cause the XLoc remote to leak Pull the hydraulic hose from the hose barbs and discard Use a hydraulic hose cutter or sharp cable housing cutter to cut the new hydraulic hose to the desired length Firmly press the new hydraulic hose back onto both hose barbs until the hose bottoms out Bleed your XLoc according to the XLoc bleed procedure aa Hose Barb XLOC HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT 74 XLOC BLEED PROCEDURE Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when working with suspension fluid PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses 2 A e Torque wrench Rubber Gloves e SRAM Pit Stop 5wt suspension fluid T25 T10 TORX wrenches e RockShox Speed Lube Kit Use a T25 TORX wrench to unthread the shifter mountin
63. hifter mounting bolt to 2 8 3 4 N m 25 30 in lb 2 8 3 4 Nm 25 30 in lb The shifter angle can be changed by loosening the XLoc bracket bolt and repositioning the shifter Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the bracket bolt to 4 5 Nem 35 44 in lb once it is in position Additional component installation procedures Brake Calipers Front Derailleur Rear Derailleur Cranksets DERAILLEUR CABLE INSTALLATION Measure cut and install shifter housing and ferrules Check for binding by turning handlebars side to side Measure and cut the rear derailleur housing Make sure it is neither too long or too short Install housing ferrules and install the housing on the bike DERAILLEUR CABLE INSTALLATION 2 Feed the cable through the cable housing and stops Make sure the shifter is in fully released position lowest gear position front shifter or the highest gear number rear shifter Turn the barrel adjusters clockwise fully into the shifter and then unthread one full turn Information on installing a replacement cable is found here Attach the front rear shifter cable to the front rear derailleur 8 4 5N 25 30 in lb 5 Make sure the cable follows all derailleur fins or guides and is m TN re dl e a d fully captured within the cable anchor plate Tei e E Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the front derailleur cable anchor bolt to 5 7 N m 44 62 in lb and torque the re
64. hose cutters or very sharp cable housing cutters e Sharp pick e DOT compatible grease e Towels e Isopropyl alcohol e Avid Hi Performance DOT 5 1 Fluid e Avid Bleed Kit Compression fittings O TORX wrench lt A lt A Bleed Block Performance p actual bleed block DOT Fluid may differ Avid Bleed Kit Contents When bleeding Avid brakes keep in mind that you are simply chasing bubbles out of the system Avid recommends that you bleed your brakes at least once a year to ensure optimal performance If you ride frequently or in aggressive terrain you should bleed your brakes more often When bleeding brakes you may notice discoloration of the old fluid as it exits the system into the syringe at the lever If the fluid is severely discolored this indicates that the fluid is very old In this case bleeding the system twice in order to completely remove the old fluid is recommended XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE 61 Fill one syringe 1 2 full with Avid Hi Performance DOT Fluid and fill the other syringe 1 4 full Hold each syringe with the tip pointed up and tap the side of the syringe with your finger to bring any air bubbles to the top Place a towel around the tip and slowly push the air bubbles out of the syringe Close the hose clamp on each syringe 2 Take a moment to de gas the fluid in the 1 2 full syringe Leave the hose clamp shut and pull on the plunger Bubbles will form in the brake fluid While the plunger is sti
65. ion XX 91 DUAL AIR SPRING SERVICE 92 Use a pick to remove the inner and outer negative piston o rings Apply grease to the new o rings and install When using a pick to remove o rings do not scratch the negative piston Scratches may cause air to leak Use a pick to remove the air piston o ring Apply grease to the new o ring and install it When using a pick to remove the o ring do not scratch the air piston Scratches may cause air to leak Reba XX Revelation XX SID XX SID XX World Cup Reba XX Revelation XX SID XX SID XX World Cup SID XX SID XX World Cup DUAL AIR SPRING SERVICE Re install the negative piston base plate bumper and base plate onto the Dual Air shaft and thoroughly re apply grease to the assembly Reba Revelation Re install the negative piston base plate bumper flat washer wavy washer and base plate onto the Dual Air shaft Thoroughly re apply grease to the assembly Insert the Dual Air assembly into the upper tube air piston first followed by the negative piston and base plate assembly Use your thumb to press the base plate into the upper tube until the snap ring groove is visible Push the negative air shaft up and into base plate leaving only the tip of the threaded shaft end protruding from base plate Use large snap ring pliers to secure the snap ring in its groove Position the snap ring eyelets on either side of the base plate tab Make sure the snap
66. it s not the only way to do it Some people prefer the shifters to be outboard from the brake levers Note If you are starting from scratch and you need to install your Avid brakes refer to your installation guide with the brakes or go to www sram com en service STEP 2 SETTING ANGLE AND SPACING OF THE BRAKE LEVERS A Pick a place where you can sit on the bike in a riding position Keep your tools within arm s reach because you ll need them in a second B Start by placing one of your hands on the handlebar so that the heel of your hand is lined up with the end of the bar Keep all of your fingers wrapped around the bar except your forefinger Extend it out like you are pointing at something While you are pointing slide the brake lever and position it so the bend of the lever blade lines up with the base of the first knuckle on your finger At this point your finger may not reach the lever perfectly but line it up so that it will when we adjust the reach in a moment C Now check to make sure your finger is in a straight line with your arm and that the lever blade just touches the bot tom of your finger Once everything is lined up tighten your lever bolt O Note This is the part of the process that people get wrong more than any other Because it looks tidy people tend to position the brake lever against the grip That actually creates a problem because it positions your fingers too close to th
67. ll pulled down lightly tap the syringe to release the bubbles sticking to the sides and the bottom so that they can rise to the top of the fluid When the bubbles stop forming and have all risen to the top release the plunger open the clamp and carefully push the air out Repeat several times You will not be able to remove all the bubbles Remove the wheel from your bike Use a small screwdriver or pick to remove the E clip from the caliper then use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to unscrew and remove the retainer bolt 3 Remove the brake pads and spreader clip from the caliper and insert the appropriate Bleed Block This will help prevent system overfill and keep DOT fluid from contaminating your brake pads Click here for detailed brake pad removal instructions XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE 62 4 Use the T10 TORX to remove the caliper bleed port screw from the banjo bolt 5 Make sure the fluid in the 1 2 full syringe is pushed all the way to the tip no air gap then thread into the caliper bleed port Ensure that the reach is not adjusted so far out that it causes the lever blade to bottom out on the lever body Doing so can make bleeding the brake impossible Use a 2 mm hex wrench to adjust the position of the brake lever 7 Rotate the pad contact adjuster in the direction opposite the arrow on the adjuster knob until it stops Then rotate the adjuster back just enough to place the bleed screw at its highest
68. lower legs DAMPER REMOVAL SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Use a 24 mm flat wrench to unthread the compression damper top cap 2 Remove the compression damper from the upper tube crown by pulling up and rocking it from side to side Once removed clean the upper tube threads with a clean rag Unlocking the XLoc button pressed in will make removing the damper easier 3 With a pick remove the compression damper o rings located at the top and bottom of the damper Apply a few drops of Pit Stop suspension oil to new o rings and install Remove the fork from the bicycle stand and pour any remaining oil into an oil pan XX MOTION CONTROL DAMPER SERVICE 87 5 Push the rebound shaft into the seal head leaving just enough shaft exposed to hold onto with your fingers Use large internal snap ring pliers to remove the rebound damper seal head retaining ring located inside the bottom of the drive side upper tube Pull down and remove the rebound damper and seal head assembly from the upper tube Slide the seal head off the damper shaft and use a pick to remove the inner and outer seal head o rings Apply a few drops of Pit Stop suspension oil to new o rings and install them Spray isopropyl alcohol on the rebound damper shaft and wipe it with a clean rag XX MOTION CONTROL DAMPER SERVICE 88 Replace the rebound damper piston glide ring Position the upper tube base ring on top of the seal head step and slide the rebound se
69. mallet to gently tap the end of the crank spindle towards the frame and slide it out of the bottom bracket Remove the bearing shields from the bottom bracket cups not pictured The bottom bracket should be removed by applying force on the internal adapter cup wall not the bearing not pictured PRESSFITSO CRANKSETS 41 BRAKE LEVER TECHNICAL DATA Version Material Hardware Adjustments Technology Compatiblility Brake Fluid XX Brake Lever Forged Magnesium Lever Body Carbon Fiber Lever Blade Titanium T25 TORX Bolts Tool Free Pad Contact Point Adjustment Tooled Reach Adjust TaperBore Power Reserve Geometry Ambidextrous Matchmaker X Compatible DOT 5 1 Fluid BRAKE CALIPERS amp ROTORS TECHNICAL DATA Version Material Hardware Rotor Material Pad Material Rotor Sizes XX Brake Caliper Forged Magnesium Titanium T25 TORX Bolts Two Piece Construction AL 7075 T6 and Stainless Steel Riveted Organic Alloy Backed 140 mm Crear only 160 mm 185 mm BRAKE LEVER 42 XX BRAKE CALIPER amp ROTOR 2 A Mount the rotor to the hub using 6 T25 TORX bolts and torque to 6 2 N m 55 in lb The Avid logo on the rotor MUST face away from the bicycle International Standard IS Mount Use a T25 TORX wrench to install the brake caliper adapter onto the fork or bicycle frame and torque to 9 10 N m 80 90 in Ib Use a T25 TORX wrench to loosen the CPS bolts securing the
70. meter end first onto the reach adjust pushrod in the lever body Insert a 2 mm hex wrench through the non stepped side of the push rod pivot pin and into the reach adjust pushrod Place the lever blade into the opening of the lever body then use the 2 mm hex wrench to turn the pushrod counter clockwise and thread it into the pushrod pivot pin from the stepped side of the pin Thread the pushrod through the pin until it is flush with the non stepped side Slide a pivot bushing in between each side of the lever blade and the lever body Align the holes in the lever body both bushings and the lever blade then slide the press sleeve of the Pivot Pin Press into the holes to maintain alignment XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL 14 Use the Pivot Pin Press to install the pivot pin into the lever Prepare the tool by installing the washer and brake lever pivot pin onto the bolt Insert the threaded end of the bolt through the press sleeve in the lever body Thread the catcher open end first onto the bolt from the other side of the lever body Use a vise or 10 mm open end wrench to secure the flat end section of the catcher Insert the lever blade brace into the lever blade with the contoured end resting against the pivot pin Use a5 mm hex wrench to turn the bolt clockwise and press the press sleeve and pivot pin into the lever body until the press sleeve separates from the lever body and drops into the catcher and the pivot pin is
71. mm BB shell Thread the drive side bottom bracket cup counter clockwise into the frame until the flange or spacer contacts the bottom bracket shell face Torque to 34 41 N m 301 363 in lb Thread the non drive side bottom bracket cup clockwise into the frame until the flange or spacer contacts the bottom bracket shell face Torque to 34 41 N m 301 363 in lb Slide the drive side crank spindle through the drive side bottom bracket cup until the splines come through the non drive side bottom bracket cup and the spindle stops Install the non drive side crankarm onto the crank spindle using an 8 mm hex and torque to 48 54 N m 425 478 in lb 363 in lb Check the assembly for play by rocking the crank arms back and forth away from frame If the crank moves tighten crank arm bolt until no play is detected If maximum torque of 54 N m 478 in lb has been achieved remove the crank arm from the spindle apply additional grease and repeat installation procedures until play is eliminated GXP CRANKSETS PEDAL INSTALLATION 7 Grease the pedal threads and install pedals on the crankarms Torque to 47 54 N m 461 477 in lb Use pedal washers if the pedal contact surface is not flat and smooth The drive side pedal is right hand thread The non drive side pedal is left hand thread 54 Nm 416 478 in lb MAINTENANCE Use only water and a mild soap to clean the crankset and bottom bracket Do NOT use a pressur
72. much oil reduces available travel too little oil decreases damping performance pamper US onm Men technology drive side Upper tube Lower Lowerleg XX Motion Control XX Motion 123 5 5 15 Control XX Motion 123 5 5 15 Control XX Motion 94 5 5 15 Control 14 Insert the compression damper into the upper tube Press down and rock the damper from side to side to work it into the upper tube SID XX Revelation XX Revelation XX Reba XX Turn the damper clockwise to thread it into the upper tube Be careful not to damage the damper top cap o ring Continue to thread the top cap down into the upper tube threads and hand tighten Use a 24 mm flat wrench to tighten to 7 3 N m 65 in lb XX MOTION CONTROL DAMPER SERVICE DUAL AIR SPRING SERVICE Servicing your fork spring helps to reduce friction and ensure consistent reliable performance from your front suspension At this point you should already have the lower legs removed from your fork If not you will need to return to the Lower Leg Removal section of this manual and follow the instructions for removing your fork lower legs Verify all pressure is removed from the fork before proceeding Depress both the negative air Schrader valve and the positive air Schrader valve again to remove any remaining air pressure Failure to do so can result in injury and or damage to the fork Unthread and remove the air spring top cap with a 24 mm socket wren
73. ng the snap ring for a more secure snap ring engagement Remove the snap ring by guiding it off of the air shaft by hand Do not scratch the air spring shaft surface while removing the snap ring Scratches on the air spring shaft will allow air to bypass the seal head into the lower legs resulting in reduced spring performance Make sure the snap ring is securely fastened in the snap ring groove You can check this by using the snap ring pliers to rotate the snap ring back and forth a couple of times then firmly pulling down on the air shaft Snap rings have a sharper edged side and a rounder edged side Installing snap rings with the sharper edged side facing the tool will allow for easier installation and removal Pull the air shaft negative piston and air piston assembly out of the air tube 97 AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX 98 12 Spray isopropyl alcohol on the air shaft and wipe it with a clean rag 1 Slide the aluminum negative piston and top out bumper from the air shaft Use a pick to remove the inner and outer negative piston o rings Apply grease to the new o rings and install them When using a pick to remove o rings do not scratch the negative piston Scratches may cause air to leak 14 Re install the top out bumper and negative piston onto the air shaft with the flat side of the negative piston oriented toward the air piston Use a pick to remove the air piston o ring Apply grease to
74. o the full out position Now it s in the most open position short deadband 3 Squeeze the brake lever slowly several times while watching the brake pads move toward each other Stoo when you see an approximate 1mm gap between the pads 4 Insert the red plastic pad spacer between the pads The oads will be a little hard to push apart so use some force to oroperly soread them to the correct position Now remove the spacer again 5 Install wheels with rotors mounted to bicycle and give the lever a squeeze The brake pads should now be properly ad vanced to the correct position and the brake lever will have a oroper firm feel Repeat if necessary AVID HYDRAULIC BRAKE SETUP GUIDE 112 ADJUSTING THE AMOUNT OF DOT FLUID IN THE BRAKE It is possible for your brake to have too much DOT fluid in it As a result the brakes may experience very short deadband or in extreme cases the pistons will not retract far enough causing the brake pads to drag on the rotor Here s how to take care of the problem 1 If your brake has Pad Contact Point Adjustment rotate the adjuster to the full out position Now it s in the most open position short deadband Remove wheel from the bicycle OK N N bleed screw back into the lever body and tighten O Using TIO Torx wrench included in the Avid Bleed Kit remove the lever body bleed screw Spray lever body with soapy water and wipe clean with a rag Care
75. o urge you to follow our recommendations to help make your riding experience more enjoyable and trouble free GXP CRANKSETS PARTS PREPARATION Parts and tools needed for service e Safety glasses e Torque wrench e 8 mm hex wrench e Grease e Bottom bracket installation tool Truvativ GXP Park BBT9 or equivalent Assure the frame s bottom bracket shell threads are clean and undamaged there should be no paint or dirt present Have your bottom bracket shell chased and faced by a professional bicycle mechanic for best results Make sure the threads of your GXP bottom bracket match the threads in the bottom bracket shell of your frame IT for Italian threading etched on the bottom bracket cup or BSA for standard threading CRANKSETS 23 2 Apply grease to the bottom bracket and frame surfaces as illustrated including the inside face of the bearing seals The seals should be pressed into the bottom bracket cups so that the outer lip seats firmly into the bottom bracket cup groove The drive side bearing seal has a larger inner diameter than the non drive side seal 3 Use calipers to measure your frame s bottom bracket shell width 68 mm bottom bracket shells require one 2 5 mm spacer on each side of the bottom bracket shell 73 mm bottom bracket shells do not require spacers GXP CRANKSETS 24 INSTALLATION 4 5 68 mm BB shell install one 2 5 mm spacer on each bottom bracket cup 68 and 73
76. on and grease is liberally applied on all surfaces noted Verify that chainring bolts are torqued to 8 9 N m 80 90 in lb If creaking continues consult your local Truvativ dealer for assistance Bearings require regular maintenance Re grease bearings after 100 hours of use in dry conditions or immediately following any significant exposure to water such as riding in heavy rain or through water crossings REMOVAL Wear eye protection during the installation process The BB30 retaining clips have sharp edges and can cause serious eye injury if they spring from bottom bracket during installation Using a 10 mm hex remove the drive side crank arm from the spindle with the self extracting crank bolt not pictured 2 Remove the non drive side crankarm and spindle from the bottom bracket It may be necessary to use a rubber mallet to gently tap the spindle toward the frame to free it not pictured 3 Tilt BB30 removal tool inward and position so that it is seated on the inside face of the bearing BB30 CRANKSETS 4 Insert a driver punch or drift from the opposite side and place it against the back of the BB30 removal tool Lightly tap the BB30 removal tool with a mallet until bearing is removed from the bottom bracket shell Repeat for other side Do not re install removed bearings Always replace with new set Removal of the retaining clips is unnecessary for bearing replacement unless the retaining clips are damage
77. osits an even layer of brake pad material transfer layer to the braking surface of the rotor It this transfer layer that optimizes braking performance THE BED IN PROCESS REQUIRES YOU TO PERFORM HEAVY BRAKING YOU MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH THE POWER AND OPERATION OF DISC BRAKES BRAKING HEAVILY WHEN NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE POWER AND OPERATION OF DISC BRAKES COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONTROL OF YOUR BICYCLE WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY AND OR DEATH IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THE POWER AND OPERATION OF DISC BRAKES YOU SHOULD HAVE THE BED IN PROCESS PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED BICYCLE MECHANIC To safely achieve optimal results remain seated on the bike during the entire bed in procedure Accelerate the bike to a moderate speed then firmly apply the brakes until you are at walking speed Repeat approximately twenty times 2 Accelerate the bike to a faster speed Then very firmly apply the brakes until you are at walking speed Repeat approximately ten times A Do not lock up the wheels at any point during the bed in procedure Allow the brakes to cool prior to any additional riding DISC BRAKE PAD AND ROTOR BED IN PROCEDURE CASSETTE TECHNICAL DATA Technology X Glide Shifting X Dome Design Speeds 10 Cog Material CNC Machined 4130 Chromoly Steel Large Cog Material AL 7075 T6 Lock Ring Material AL 7075 T6 Options Replaceable Large Cog Gearing Options 11 32 11 36 Weight 208 g 11 36
78. p the chain around the largest front chainring and the largest rear cog so that the ends of the chain meet below the chainstay bypassing both the front and rear derailleurs Pull the chain tight and note which rivet the end of the chain is nearest Add one inner link so that you have an inner link on both ends of the chain and a SRAM PowerLock Rear suspension frames The rear shock needs to be in the fully compressed position to accurately size the chain Remove all air pressure or remove the coil spring from the shock and size the chain as instructed After the chain is sized re inflate or re install the coil spring according to your manufacturer s instructions Working from the front of the bike guide the chain through the front derailleur and over the smallest rear cog Direct the chain around the front of and under the guide pulley of the rear derailleur Guide the chain around the rear of the jockey pulley Connect the ends of the chain with a SRAM PowerLock Make sure the chain does not contact any part of the derailleur cage and is only riding on the pulleys LIMIT SCREW ADJUSTMENTS Use a T25 TORX wrench to turn the limit screw marked H on the outer link of the derailleur to align the center of the upper guide pulley with the outboard edge of the smallest cog 7 While turning the crank push the rear derailleur towards the larger cogs by hand When the chain is on the largest cog stop turning the cr
79. paint or dirt Carefully remove the bearing shields from the bottom bracket cups You may need to use a pick to free the shields from the bottom bracket cups PRESSFIT GXP CRANKSETS 33 3 Apply grease to the bottom bracket and frame surfaces as illustrated including the inside face of the bearing seals and the wave washer The seals should be pressed into the bottom bracket cups so that the outer lip seats firmly into the bottom bracket cup groove It is not necessary to face or machine the bottom bracket shell to use the PressFit GXP system 4 Use calipers to measure your frame s bottom bracket shell width 89 5 mm bottom bracket shells require one 2 5 mm spacer on the drive side bottom bracket cup between the bb shell and the bb cup 92 mm bottom bracket shells do not require any spacers PRESSFIT GXP CRANKSETS 4 INSTALLATION 89 5 mm BB shell install one 2 5 mm spacer on the drive side bottom bracket cup Bearing shields must be removed from the bottom bracket cups prior to installation step 2 2 Using a headset press press the drive side bottom bracket cup into bottom bracket shell until the bottom bracket cup flange or spacer is fully seated against the bottom bracket shell Repeat process for non drive side bottom bracket cup Consult your headset press manufacturer s instructions for proper use of the headset press Attempting to install both bearings simultaneously c
80. ply very high stress to the handlebar leading to handlebar failure MATCHMAKER X INSTALLATION 4 Choose the position of the shifter and brake that best meets your ergonomic needs Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the MMX clamp bolt to 5 6 N m 44 53 in lb 6 Nm 44 53 in Ib See the Avid Hydraulic Brake Setup Guide for tips on proper brake setup 4 5 N m 25 30 in lIb The shifter angle can be changed by loosening the MMX bracket bolt and repositioning the shifter Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the bracket bolt to 4 5 N m 35 44 in lb once it is in position XLOC INSTALLATION Install the XLoc bracket nut in the channel on the inside surface of the XLoc clamp Position the XLoc bracket on the outside of the MMX clamp and loosely install the MMX bracket bolt to hold the assembly in place 2 Position the brake lever against the handlebar Close the XLoc clamp around the handlebar and brake lever Insert the XLoc clamp bolt and loosely tighten the bolt to hold the assembly together XLOC INSTALLATION 10 KE Choose the position of the brake lever that best meets your ergonomic needs Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the XLoc clamp bolt to 5 6 N m 44 53 in Ib See the Avid Hydraulic Brake Setup Guide for tips on proper brake setup 5 6 Nm 44 53 in lb 4 Attach the XLoc shifter to the XLoc bracket with the shifter mounting bolt Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the s
81. point XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE 63 EJ Use the T10 TORX to remove the lever bleed port screw Make sure the fluid in the 1 4 full syringe is pushed all the way to the tip no air gap then thread into the lever bleed port It is not necessary to reposition the angle of the brake lever on the handlebar You may have a small amount of DOT fluid drip from the bleed port screw this is normal Just have a towel handy to wipe off any excess after the syringe is installed Hold the caliper syringe upright in your right hand and the lever syringe upright in your left hand Gently push on the caliper syringe plunger to move fluid from the caliper syringe into the lever syringe until the lever syringe is increased to 1 2 full and the caliper syringe is decreased to 1 4 full You should see bubbles form in the lever syringe 11 Close the red syringe clamp on the lever XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE 64 12 Pull the brake lever all the way to the bar with your finger and hold it there until instructed to release the lever in a later step If you don t want to hold the lever with your finger have a friend hold it or you can fasten it with a zip tie or rubber band 13 Pull out on the caliper syringe plunger to create a vacuum then gently push in on the plunger to pressurize the system Repeat this procedure several times until large bubbles stop coming out of the caliper Do not pull the plunger past the end of th
82. pression fittings ez TORX wrench Avid Hi A S Bleed Block Performance y p actual bleed block DOT Fluid may differ Avid Bleed Kit Contents Take a moment and check the routing of the hoses since you can t lengthen the hose once you have cut it Be sure to account for suspension movement and check that the bars turn freely by turning the bars all the way from side to side Make sure the hoses are properly secured as well XX BRAKE HOSE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT 58 2 A 4 5 Pull the boot away from the lever to access the compression nut If the boot sticks carefully pry up a corner with something that won t harm it like the end of a zip tie and spray isopropyl alcohol between the boot and the lever Work the alcohol in the boot should loosen up and slide easily down the hose Use an 11 mm open ended wrench to hold the hose stop in place and use an 8 mm open ended wrench to unscrew the hose compression nut Pull the hose from the lever wiggling it if necessary Be careful DOT fluid will drip from the hose Try not to spill too much fluid because any fluid that drips out will create bubbles that you ll have to eliminate later Slide the nut down the hose and away from the end where you ll be cutting Do not pull the brake lever while the hose is removed Determine where you need to cut the hose by holding it up to the lever in the position you like Make sure to leave a gentle bend in the hose with enough length to
83. pter it will need to be re centered Spin the wheel and check brake function XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 51 Use a T25 TORX wrench to remove the brake caliper from the fork or frame and remove the caliper mounting bracket and CPS hardware from the caliper Set aside in the correct order not pictured 2 Remove the e clip from the guide pin groove on top of the caliper Use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to remove the guide pin from the caliper Pull and remove both brake pads and h spring If the total thickness of the backing plate and pad friction material is less than 3 mm the brake pads need to be replaced 4 Use an 8 mm open ended wrench to loosen the banjo bolt Brake fluid will leak so hold the hose over a container to catch fluid 5 Pull the banjo bolt completely out of caliper Dump all caliper brake fluid into a container XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 52 Use a TIO TORX to remove the bleed screw from the banjo bolt 7 Use a sharp pick to remove the bleed screw o ring This o ring may be a little hard to see Replace with a new bleed screw o ring Re install the banjo bolt bleed screw into the banjo bolt and tighten with a T10 TORX 9 Remove and replace the o rings on banjo the bolt and banjo XX BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL PROCEDURE 53 io Use a T25 TORX to loosen and remove the caliper body bolt Separate the caliper body halves and open the caliper assembly 12 Usin
84. r fork If not you will need to return to the Lower Leg Removal section of this manual and follow the instructions for removing your fork lower legs Verify all pressure is removed from the fork before proceeding Depress both the negative air Schrader valve followed by the positive air Schrader valve again to remove any remaining air pressure Failure to do so can result in injury and or damage to the fork Remove the air valve cap Use a pick or flat bladed screwdriver to remove the knob retaining clip from the air valve body Remove the adjuster knob Use a magnet to remove the detent ball bearings and detent springs from the top cap 3 Use a 24 mm socket wrench to loosen and unthread the top cap Remove the top cap and the entire air assembly from the top of the fork 4 Use your finger to push in on the base plate at the bottom of the non drive side upper tube Use large internal snap ring pliers to remove the base plate snap ring AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX 96 5 Use a long dowel to remove the base plate from the upper tube Use a pick to remove the inner and outer base plate o rings Apply grease to the new o rings and install them When using a pick to remove o rings do not scratch the base plate Scratches may cause air to leak Re install the base plate into the upper tube Use large snap ring pliers to re install the snap ring Be sure to align the base plate tab between the snap ring eyelets
85. r leg from the fork by pulling it downward holding onto both legs or the brake arch Spray isopropyl alcohol on and into the lower leg assembly Wipe the lower legs clean then wrap a clean rag around a dowel and clean the inside of each lower leg 83 LOWER LEG REMOVAL LOWER LEG DUST SEAL SERVICE Suspension fork seals are considered wear and tear parts and require regular maintenance depending on the frequency of riding riding terrain and type of fork The more you ride the more frequently your seals need to be replaced The following chapter covers wiper seal removal and installation At this point you should already have the lower legs removed from your fork If not you will need to return to the Lower Leg Removal section of this manual and follow the instructions for removing your fork lower legs DUST SEAL REMOVAL Position the tip of a downhill tire lever or large flat head screwdriver underneath the lip of the dust seal above the upper bushing Place the tip of the tool underneath the lip of the wiper seal 2 Stabilize the lower leg upright on a bench top or on the floor Hold the lower leg firmly and use downward force on the tool handle to leverage the seal out If your fork has an oil foam ring remove it with your fingers Keep the lower leg assembly stable Do not allow the lower legs to twist in opposite directions compress toward each other or be pulled apart This will damage the lower leg assembly
86. r shock mounting hard Cinner and outer ware and main seals e Handlebar grips e Upper tubes stanchions e Shifter grips e Stripped threads bolts e Jockey wheels aluminium titanium ma e Disc brake rotors gnesium or steel e Wheel braking surfaces This warranty shall not cover damages caused by the use of parts of different manufacturers This warranty shall not cover damages caused by the use of parts that are not compatible suitable and or authorised by SRAM for use with SRAM components This warranty shall not cover damages resulting from commercial rental use Copyright SRAM LLC 2009 For exploded diagram and part number information please refer to the Spare Parts Catalog available on our website at www sram com For order information please contact your local SRAM distributor or dealer Information contained in this publication is subject to change at any time without prior notice For the latest technical information please visit our website at www sram com Your product s appearance may differ from the pictures diagrams contained in this catalog Product names used in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of others TABLE OF CONTENTS MATCHMAKER GE 6 TECHNICAL DATA cuesta lees e bote lid ae 6 TRIGGER SHIFTERS enearo aaa aa a eE ANEA Se aaaea 6 Re E E RE 6 INSTABLATION ti o e Da regan Reade iat 6 DERAILLEUR SC ABE INS EA EEA Rp RE 10 AAA E E EE 12 A EE 13 FRONT DERAILEBUIR asociacion Ee SEENEN 14 P
87. rake slide the discreet clamp onto the handlebar and then insert the brake lever into the clamp Insert the brake clamp bolt and loosely tighten to hold the assembly together 2 To install the shifter slide the discreet clamp onto the handlebar and then install the shifter onto the clamp DISCREET CLAMP INSTALLATION 3 Choose the position of the shifter and brake that best meets your ergonomic needs Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque both the shifter clamp bolt and the brake clamp bolt to 5 6 Nem 44 53 in lb See the Avid Hydraulic Brake Setup Guide for tips on proper brake setup MATCHMAKER X INSTALLATION Attach the XX shifter to the MatchMaker X MMX bracket with the shifter mounting bolt Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the shifter mounting bolt to 2 8 3 4 N m 25 30 in lb 2 Install the MMX bracket nut on the inside surface of the MMX clamp Position the MMX bracket assembly on the outside of the MMX clamp and loosely install the MMX bracket bolt to hold the assembly in place Use a T25 TORX wrench to torque the bracket bolt to 4 5 N m 25 30 in Ib 3 Position the brake lever against the handlebar Close the MMX clamp around the handlebar and brake lever Insert the MMX clamp bolt and loosely tighten to hold the assembly together Never tighten the MMX clamp or XLoc clamp onto the handlebar without the brake lever in place Clamping the MMX clamp or XLoc to the handlebar without the XX brake lever can ap
88. ring is securely fastened in the snap ring groove You can check this by using the snap ring pliers to rotate the snap ring back and forth a couple of times then firmly pulling down on the air shaft Snap rings have a sharper edged side and a rounder edged side Installing snap rings with the sharper edged side facing the tool will allow for easier installation and removal 2 Use isopropyl alcohol and a clean rag to clean the top cap then apply a small amount of grease to the top cap threads and o ring Insert the top cap into the upper tube crown and hand thread it into the upper tube Be careful not to damage the top cap o ring upon installation Use a 24 mm socket wrench to torque the top cap to 7 3 Nem 65 in lb DUAL AIR SPRING SERVICE OPTIONAL ALL TRAVEL CONFIGURATIONS All Travel spacers are located just above the top out bumper washer SID Revelation or between the base plate and negative piston Reba If you want to change the travel of your fork install the travel spacer s onto the Dual Air shaft to decrease travel or remove to increase travel SID Reba Revelation gt WW De gt eg zi ma 10 mm 10 mm spacer spacer o Spates x2 a No x 2 E spacer Sts 20 mm spacer x 2 130 mm 140 mm 150 mm 80 mm 90 mm 100 mm BO mm 100 mm 120 mm 94 DUAL AIR SPRING SERVICE 95 AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX At this point you should already have the lower legs removed from you
89. s the use of rubber gloves when handling DOT fluids e DOT FLUIDS WILL DAMAGE PAINTED SURFACES If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface i e your frame or printing on the brakes wipe it off immediately and clean with isopropyl alcohol or water REMOVAL OF PAINT AND OR PRINTING BY DOT FLUID IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY e Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brake pads If this occurs the pads are contaminated and must be replaced e For best results use only Avid Hi Performance DOT 5 1 Fluid If Avid fluid is not available only use DOT 5 1 fluid Do NOT use mineral oil DOT 5 or DOT 4 fluid e Used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations e NEVER pour used DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water PARTS AND TOOLS NEEDED FOR SERVICE e Safety glasses e Adjustable torque wrench e Rubber gloves e 8 and 11mm open ended wrenches e T25 TORX wrench e 2 and 5 mm hex wrenches e Avid Pivot Pin Press e Bench vice or 10 mm open ended wrench e Oil pan e Soapy water e DOT 5 1 brake fluid or DOT 5 1 compatible grease e Clean rag EXPLODED VIEW XX BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY A B Cc D E F G A LEVER BODY B PIVOT BUSHINGS Ci PISTON BLADDER SNAP RING REACH ADJUST PUSHROD ASSEMBLY D PIVOT PIN E LEVER BLADE F SNAP RING shown removed G PISTON SPRING XX BRAKE LEVER OVERHAUL 44 2 Use a T25 TORX wrench
90. t Adjustment then you aren t done dialing in the good ness quite yet This one of a kind feature allows you to adjust the point in the lever s throw where the pads contact the rotor t is not reach adjustment Reach adjustment moves the lever so your finger reaches the lever nicely Pad Contact Point Adjustment adjusts the place where the brake firms up and grips the rotor Ideally you want to adjust that spot to where your hand s grip is strongest Because everyone s hand is a bit different it s nice to be able to select your own perfect contact point So turn the adjuster until you feel like the pad contact is right where your hand feels strongest in your grip Note There are a few different Pad Contact Point Adjusters on the various models of Avid brakes If you re not sure where yours is consult your owners manual or avidbike com Note The Pad Contact Point Adjustment DOES NOT move the pads AVID HYDRAULIC BRAKE SETUP GUIDE 111 STEP 5 MATCH THE OTHER SIDE Now set up the other side of the bar by matching the spacing of the clamps on the side you just completed Visually adjust the vertical angle of the lever so it matches side one as well r Note Pad Contact Point Adjustment is also used to even out the levers so the spot where each lever s throw firms up is the same It just feels right And while you re adjusting take note no matter what you do to the contact point the reach never changes S
91. the lever extremely hard as hard as you can imagine yourself pulling the lever while you re riding several times Make sure and look around the hose nut on the lever and the banjo bolt on the caliper for any leaks Make one last check of all the bolts and fittings lf everything checks out YOU ARE READY TO RIDE 66 XX BRAKE BLEED PROCEDURE 67 DISC BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE Avid brake pads should be replaced when the total thickness of the backing plate and pad friction material is less than 3 mm Replacing worn brake pads will improve braking performance New brake pads are subject to a wear in period It may take anywhere from 20 to 40 complete stops to wear in Avid pads You may begin to notice an increase in braking power after the first ride Brake noise can occur during the wear in period as well as off and on throughout the life of the brake pads This is normal and should not affect braking performance Noise is dependent upon factors such as brake setup rider weight riding style braking style and riding conditions e dust soil and contamination of friction surfaces XX brakes are compatible only with Avid organic brake pads Use a small screwdriver or pick to remove the E clip from the caliper then use a 2 5 mm hex wrench to unscrew and remove the retainer bolt Grab the pad tabs and pull straight out 3 XX brake caliper pistons need to be pushed back into the caliper body before the new pads can
92. uggests Pad Contact Point Adjustment allows you to adjust the point in the lever s throw where the pads contact the rotor That helps you do two simple but important things 1 It lets you pick the position you d like your fingers to be in when your brakes grip That means you can perfectly match your fingers comfort with the brake s power 2 It allows you to balance both levers so the pads contact at the same point No more uneven brake levers Pad Contact Point Adjustment is not a reach adjuster although all of our levers have that too Its an oh so important performance enhancement that helos you dial in the perfect ride POWER RESERVE GEOMETRY At the end of the day a brake lever simply multiplies the force your hand generates just like a nutcracker Avid s Power Re serve Geometry represents a way of thinking about the phys ics of leverage and your hands comfort This philosophy is fundamentally different than others in the business of brakes Due to pivot placement physics dictates that with other brake levers your fingers tend to slip off the ends as you pull Avid is different We designed our levers with the pivot closer to the handlebar in fact closer than anyone else in the industry The resulting lever movement has less inward travel an arc that s closer to your fingers natural motion and one that delivers more force to the brake The cool part is every Avid lever has it SEA A TRI ALIGN
93. unter clockwise to set the fork to full travel 100 AIR U TURN SPRING SERVICE REVELATION XX 101 LOWER LEG INSTALLATION Lower leg installation is the final step in completing the service of your RockShox front suspension Be sure to look around and make sure you don t have any extra parts lying around that should be in your fork At this point you should already have already serviced your fork lower leg damper system and spring system Once you have re installed your fork lower legs you will have successfully serviced your fork and you will be ready to ride Spray the upper tubes with isopropyl alcohol and wipe them with a clean rag Pour a small amount of 15wt Pit Stop suspension oil onto new or clean foam rings just under wiper seals inside each side of the lower leg Apply a small amount of grease to the inner surfaces of the dust wiper and oil seal 3 Slide the lower leg assembly onto the upper tubes until you feel the lower bushings touch the end of the upper tubes Make sure both dust seals slide onto the tubes correctly without folding the seals lip Invert the fork to about 45 fork legs pointing upward Measure and inject pour 5 ml of 15 wt Pit Stop suspension oil into lower legs through each shaft bolt hole Wipe all excess oil from the lower legs For hollow bottom fork legs you will need to position the fork horizontally and use a syringe to inject oil into the lower legs from the dust
94. ur RockShox front suspension provides service access to the lower leg seals It also provides service access to the damper and spring components of your suspension LOWER LEG BUSHING INSPECTION Suspension fork bushings are considered wear and tear parts The rate and amount of wear will depend on the frequency of fork service frequency of riding riding terrain rider body weight and type of fork The more you ride the more frequently your bushings need to be replaced If your bushing are worn you will need to replace your lower leg assembly The following chapter covers how to check for bushing wear Symptoms of worn bushings that need to be replaced include a knocking sound from the fork when riding and or the headset may feel loose even though it is not loose 7 Method 1 On bike check Compress the fork 5 times to circulate the lower leg lube Hold the front brake lever tight and rock the bike back and forth If the fork feels like it s knocking or the headset feels loose you may have loose fork bushings Proceed with the following steps Check the brake calipers and rotors Loose brake caliper bolts and or loose rotor bolts can mimic the sound and feel of loose bushings or headset Re torque the brake caliper bolts and rotor bolts if they are loose then check the headset for play Check the headset wrap your fingers around the headset upper cup or lower cup race areas Holding the brake rock the bike back and forth

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