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1. 10 95 4312 834 000 Rev D Recon amp Tora User Manual English Off maximum fork movement On minimum fork movement TurnKey Lockout On TurnKey two position 8 o esa Off On Off lockout N Fork movement PopLoc Remote optional Off position On position Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Remote PopLoc Adjust Remote Fig 4 MAINTENANCE To maintain the high performance safety and long life of your fork periodic maintenance is required If you ride in extreme conditions maintenance should be performed more frequently NOTE WE RECOMMEND THIS SERVICE BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED BICYCLE MECHANIC TO OBTAIN SERVICE INFORMATION OR INSTRUCTIONS VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW ROCKSHOX COM OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ROCKSHOX DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR Torque Tightening Values Top Caps 65 in lb 7 3 Nm Brake Posts 80 in lb 9 0 Nm Shaft Bolts 60 in Ib 6 8 Nm PopLoc Remote Handlebar Clamp Bolt 20 in Ib 2 3 Nm PopLoc Remote Cable Fixing Bolt 8 in Ib 1 0 Nm U Turn Adjuster Knob Screw 12 in Ib 1 4 Nm SRAM Corporation 2007 11 English Recon amp Tora User Manual All 32mm XC All 32mm XC SERVICE INTERVALS All Mountain Air F orks All Mountain Coil Forks Clean dirt and debris from upper tubes Check to caps brake posts and shaft bolts for proper 25 25 torque Remove lowers clean inspect bushings and change 50 50 oil bath Change oil in Motion Control System2. Clean and lubricate Air U Turn Dual Air Air Assist 50 assembly Solo Air Clean and lubricate coil spring or coil U Turn spring 100 assembly Clean and lubricate PopLoc cable and housing NOTES E EVERY RIDE NUMERIC VALUES REPRESENT HOURS OF RIDING TIME INCREASE SERVICE INTERVALS BASED ON RIDER WEIGHT AGGRESSIVE RIDING STYLE CONDITIONS INCLEMENT WEATHER AND RACING 12 95 4312 834 000 Rev D Recon amp Tora User Manual English SRAM CORPORATION 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 component 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 limitations 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
3. For PopLoc equipped forks press the unlock release button on the remote as indicated by the open padlock icon on the button Motion Control Open rn gt O o Compression at Open level S o maximum fork movement PopLoc Remote as c gt fe E s o L Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Remote PopLoc Adjust Remote Fig 1 Lock Compression Fig 2 In the Lock position the Motion Control system allows for a small amount of controlled fork movement This movement enables the front tire to track the terrain without deflecting off obstacles allowing for better traction and steering control when compared to a complete lockout system To activate the Lock turn the crown mounted blue compression adjuster full clockwise or press forward on the PopLoc Remote lever located on the handlebar 8 95 4312 834 000 Rev D Recon amp Tora User Manual English Motion Control Lock ttt de g Compression at Lock level minimum fork movement PopLoc Remote c E gt o E Xx x o LL Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Remote PopLoc Adjust Remote Fig 2 Compression Adjustment Fig 3 Some fork models also feature adjustable compression damping Increased compression decreases fork movement in the Open position Compression adjustment can be used to help combat brake dive and squatting und
4. INDICATES THAT THE NEGATIVE AIR CHAMBER HAS OPENED AND THE PRESSURE BETWEEN THE CHAMBERS HAS EQUALIZED THE USER SHOULD CONTINUE TO ADD AIR TO THE FORK UNTIL THE PREDETERMINED PRESSURE IS MET Tora Recon 327 335 351 Recon Race SL XC Rider Weight Solo Air Solo Air Solo Air lt 140 63kg 80 100psi 50 70psi 90 11 0psi 140 160 63 72kg 100 120psi 70 85psi 110 125psi 160 180 72 81kg 120 140psi 85 100psi 125 140psi 180 200 81 90kg 140 160psi 100 120psi 140 160psi gt 220 99kg 180 psi 135 psi 175 psi 6 95 4312 834 000 Rev D Recon amp Tora User Manual English COIL SPRING TUNING Changing the Spring Rate Spring rate is the amount of force needed to compress a spring one inch Changing your fork s coil spring for a spring of a higher or lower rate will alter the overall feel of your fork Higher spring rates make the fork feel more stiff while lower spring rates make the fork more supple Contact your local RockShox dealer to order replacement springs NOTE WHEN DECREASING TRAVEL SEE U TURN TRAVEL ADJUST YOU INCREASE THE SPRING RATE TRAVEL ADJ USTMENTS IMPORTANT STOP TURNING THE U TURN ADJUSTER KNOB AFTER YOU VE REACHED MAXIMUM TRAVEL TURNING THE KNOB PAST THIS POINT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE U TURN FEATURE NOTE ENSURE THE FORK IS COMPRESSED ONCE AFTER SITTING FOR MORE THAN A DAY AND IN OPEN POSITION BEFORE TRAVEL ADJUSTMENT Coil U Turn Travel Adjust U Turn forks offer 45mm of travel adjus
5. 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 this warranty statement In no event Shall SRAM or its third party supplies be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY This warranty does not apply to products that have been incorrectly installed and or adjusted according to the respective SRAM technical installation manual The SRAM installation manuals can be found online at www sram com or www rockshox 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 altered 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
6. allows the front wheel to follow the contour of the terrain as you ride To measure sag set the fork to maximum travel Install a zip tie on the upper tube of the fork flush against the wiper seal Sit on the bike with normal riding apparel Step off the bike and measure the distance between the wiper seal and the zip tie This is your sag The sag should be between 15 and 25 percent of maximum travel If you re unable to achieve optimum sag you may need to change the fork s air pressure Solo Air spring U Turn Coil or preload Coil Use the tuning information below to assist in proper set up of your fork PRELOAD ADJ USTMENT Turning the adjuster clockwise increases spring preload i e stiffening the spring decreasing sag Turning the adjuster counterclockwise decreases spring preload increasing sag AIR SPRING TUNING SOLO AIR The positive and negative air chambers with these forks fill simultaneously from a single valve The air spring is designed so the pressure in the two separate chambers equalizes as air is added simplifying setup and providing a balanced ride Setting Solo Air Remove the air cap on the air valve located on the rider s left side of the fork crown by turning counterclockwise Using the air chart below as a guideline inflate the air chambers to the desired pressure NOTE WHEN ADDING AIR TO THE FORK A USER MAY SEE A SUDDEN DROP IN THE AIR PRESSURE READING ON THEIR SHOCK PUMP THIS IS NORMAL AND
7. A Rebound Assembly Baugruppe f r Zugstufenregelung Conjunto de Rebote Assemblage de Rebond Gruppo di Ritorno Bewegingscontrole Terugverings Unidade de Recupera o U YY E FRY TY 013628 4 B Rebound Adjuster Zugstufen Einsteller Ajustador del Rebote Molette de Regalge du Rebond Regolatore del Ritorno Terugveringsknop Reulador de Recupera o U 9 gt KARNES 5154 C Air Valve Ventil V lvula de aire Valve air Valvola dell aria Luchtventiel V lvula de ar 7 NJVZ Si D Solo Air Piston Solo Air Kolben Piston Solo Air Piston Solo Air Pistone Solo Air Solo Air zuiger Pist o de Solo Air VOI EXR gt Solo Air GFZ E Optional PopLoc Adjust Remote Optional Fernbedienung f r PopLoc Einstellung Mando a Distancia de Ajuste PopLoc opcional R glage Distant PopLoc en Option Regolazione PopLoc Remote Opzionale Optionele PopLoc Afstelling op Afstand Regula o Remota PopLoc opcional PopLoc a8 8f Y E F PopLoc iz dm 1 H it f F Compression Adjuster Druckstufen Einsteller Ajustador de la Compresi n R gleur de Compression Regolatore della Compressione Compressieknop Reulador de Compress o HEWaaa S25 EM 75 Me G Motion Control Assembly Motion Control Baugruppe Conjunto Motion Control Systeme Motion Control Gruppo Motion Control Motion Control montage Unidad de Motion Control E gt 3 Y IY KA JL FEYT UV NEE 28 4
8. English Recon amp Tora User Manual RECON SL XC 327 335 TORA 289 302 A Rebound Assembly Baugruppe f r Zugstufenregelung Conjunto de Rebote Assemblage de Rebond Gruppo di Ritorno Bewegingscontrole Terugverings Unidade de Recupera o UNUY E FRY TY 013628 4 B Rebound Adjuster Zugstufen Einsteller Ajustador del Rebote Molette de R galge du Rebond Regolatore del Ritorno Terugveringsknop Reulador de Recupera o U 9 gt KARNES E13 C Air Valve Ventil V lvula de aire Valve air Valvola dell aria Luchtventiel V lvula de ar 7 NJVZ FM D Solo Air Piston Solo Air Kolben Pist n Solo Air Piston Solo Air Pistone Solo Air Solo Air zuiger Pist o de Solo Air VOI EXR gt Solo Air GFE E Optional PopLoc Adjust Remote Optional Fernbedienung f r PopLoc Einstellung Mando a Distancia de Ajuste PopLoc opcional R glage Distant PopLoc en Option Regolazione PopLoc Remote Opzionale Optionele PopLoc Afstelling op Afstand Regula o Remota PopLoc opcional PopLoc 87 Y E PopLoc Ji ta 18 t jk F Lockout Adjuster Entsperrsystem Einsteller Ajustador de Bloqueo R glage du Blocage Regolatore del Blocco Entsperrsystem Einsteller Regulador d
9. H U Turn Knob U Turn Einstellknopf Mando de Ajuste del U Turn Bouton U Turn Pomello U Turn U Turn Afstelknop Bot o de U Turn US Y UBSE I U Turn Coil Spring U Turn Schraubenfeder Muelle Hilicoidal U Turn Ressort Helicoidal U Turn Molla Elicoidale U Turn U Turn springveer Amortecedor de Mola de U Turn U Y 24 A7UYVI I UBSBEE J Preload Adjuster Einstellknopf f r Federvorspannung Caperuza ajustadora de Precarga Bouton de R glage de la Pr chare Manopola di Regolazione del Precarico Knop Instelling Voorbelasting Bot o de Ajuste de Precarregamento 7 L A KARNES K Coil Spring Schraubenfeder Muelle Helicoidal Ressort H licoidal Molla elicoidale Springveer Mola do Amortecedor AA APU I ER SRAM Corporation 2007 English Recon amp Tora User Manual CONGRATULATIONS You have the best in suspension components on your bicycle This manual contains important information about the safe operation and maintenance of your fork To ensure that your RockShox fork performs properly we recommend that you have your fork installed by a qualified bicycle mechanic We also urge you to follow our recommendations to help make your riding experience more enjoyable and trouble free The fork on your bicycle is designed for use by a single rider on mountain trails and similar off road conditions Before riding the bicycle be sure the brakes are properly installed and adjusted Use yo
10. ICYCLE OR FORK UPSIDE DOWN OR ON ITS SIDE OIL SEALED IN THE UPPER TUBE CAN COLLECT ABOVE THE TURNKEY ASSEMBLY UPON RETURNING THE BICYCLE FORK TO A NORMAL RIDING POSITION INITIAL PERFORMANCE OF THE TURNKEY SYSTEM MAY BE LESS THAN OPTIMAL TO QUICKLY RETURN THE FORK TO PROPER PERFORMANCE RETURN THE FORK TO OPEN POSITION AND CYCLE THE FORK THROUGH ITS TRAVEL 10 20 TIMES FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING YOUR FORK TO OPEN POSITION KEEP READING The TurnKey lockout system offers a two position on off lockout Using either the crown mounted adjuster or an optional PopLoc Remote the rider is able to choose between maximum compliance and fork movement when the lockout is off and minimal compliance and fork movement when the lockout is on The TurnKey lockout is off when either the crown mounted adjuster or remote spool is in the full counterclockwise position or the PopLoc Remote lever returns to the unlock position The lockout turns on as the rider rotates the crown mounted adjuster clockwise or by pressing forward on the optional Poploc Remote located on the handlebar NOTE WHEN THE TURNKEY LOCKOUT IS ON AND THE FORK ENCOUNTERS A CONSIDERABLE INPUT FORCE THE LOCKOUT WILL BLOWOFF AND ALLOW THE FORK TO MOVE INTO ITS TRAVEL TO ABSORB THE INPUT FORCE THE FORK WILL RETURN AND REMAIN IN ITS LOCKOUT STATE UNTIL EITHER ANOTHER FORCE IS ENCOUNTERED OR THE RIDER TURNS THE ADJUSTER TO THE OFF POSITION
11. NT WHEN STORING A BICYCLE OR FORK UPSIDE DOWN OR ON ITS SIDE OIL SEALED IN THE UPPER TUBE CAN COLLECT ABOVE THE MOTION CONTROL DAMPER ASSEMBLY UPON RETURNING THE BICYCLE FORK TO A NORMAL RIDING POSITION INITIAL PERFORMANCE OF THE MOTION CONTROL SYSTEM MAY BE LESS THAN OPTIMAL TO QUICKLY RETURN THE FORK TO PROPER PERFORMANCE RETURN THE FORK TO OPEN POSITION AND CYCLE THE FORK THROUGH ITS TRAVEL 10 20 TIMES FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING YOUR FORK TO OPEN POSITION KEEP READING The Motion Control Damping system allows riders to quickly adjust the feel and performance of their suspension to match riding conditions without requiring pumps or tools This system provides for wide ranging control of compression and rebound damping as well as Lock threshold sensitivity Proper setup of the Motion Control Damping system provides a range of options for efficient yet comfortable performance The instructions below describe setup and operation for both crown and remote activated forks SRAM Corporation 2007 7 English Recon amp Tora User Manual Open Compression Fig 1 In the Open position the Motion Control Damping system allows for maximum compliance and fork movement The Open position provides ultimate control and comfort on even the roughest terrain To return your fork to the Open position For forks with the crown mounted blue compression adjuster rotate the adjuster fully counterclockwise
12. TIVE OFF ROAD RIDING AND DO NOT COME WITH THE PROPER REFLECTORS FOR ON ROAD USE YOUR DEALER SHOULD INSTALL PROPER REFLECTORS TO MEET THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSIONS CPSC REQUIREMENTS FOR BICYCLE STANDARDS IF THE FORK IS GOING TO BE USED ON PUBLIC ROADS AT ANY TIME 4 95 4312 834 000 Rev D Recon amp Tora User Manual English FORK INSTALLATION It is extremely important that your RockShox fork is installed correctly by a qualified bicycle mechanic Improperly installed forks are extremely dangerous and can result in severe and or fatal injuries 1 Remove the existing fork from the bicycle and the crown race from the fork Measure the length of the fork steerer tube against the length of the RockShox steerer tube The RockShox steerer tube may need cutting to the proper length Make sure there is sufficient length to clamp the stem refer to the stem manufacturer s instructions DO NOT ADD THREADS TO ROCKSHOX THREADLESS STEERERS THE STEERER TUBE CROWN ASSEMBLY IS A ONE TIME PRESS FIT REPLACEMENT OF THE ASSEMBLY MUST BE DONE TO CHANGE THE LENGTH DIAMETER OR HEADSET TYPE THREADED OR THREADLESS DO NOT REMOVE OR REPLACE THE STEERER TUBE THIS COULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE BICYCLE WITH POSSIBLE SERIOUS AND OR FATAL INJURIES 2 Install the headset crown race 29 9mm for 1 1 8 steerers firmly against the top of the fork crown Install the fork assembly on the bike Adjust the headset until you feel no p
13. e Bloqueio A y 77 h MERE G TurnKey Lockout TurnKey Entsperrsystem Bloqueo del Sistema TurnKey Blocage TurnKey Blocco TurnKey a Chiave TurnKey Lockout Gebruisklare Uitschakeling BLoqueio Turnkey 9 Oy 27 0 h Tumkey HERE H U Turn Knob U Turn Einstellknopf Mando de Ajuste del U Turn Bouton U Turn Pomello U Turn U Turn Afstelknop Bot o de U Tum UY gt UBEE U Turn Coil Spring U Turn Schraubenfeder Muelle Hilicoidal U Turn Ressort H licoidal U Turn Molla Elicoidale U Turn U Turn springveer Amortecedor de Mola de U Turn U 8 Y 14 L A7 UI I UBSESSE J Preload Adjuster Einstellknopf f r Federvorspannung Caperuza ajustadora de Precarga Bouton de R glage de la Pr chare Manopola di Regolazione del Precarico Knop Instelling Voorbelasting Bot o de Ajuste de Precarregamento 7 VA KiBBna HAM K Coil Spring Schraubenfeder Muelle Helicoidal Ressort H licoidal Molla elicoidale Springveer Mola do Amortecedor IAM ATUVI ER 2 95 4312 834 000 Rev D Recon amp Tora User Manual English RECON RACE 351 TORA 318 F q m G la mD q to E ri A gt 4
14. er from the handlebar If you are unfamiliar with the removal of these items please consult the manufacturer s instructions 1 Slide the Poploc onto the handlebar 2 Re install the shifter brake lever and grip on the handlebars If you are unfamiliar with the installation of these items please consult the manufacturer s instructions Always adhere to the recommended torque specifications for these items 3 Position the PopLoc as desired on the handlebar and tighten the clamp bolt to 20 in Ib 2 25 Nm SRAM Corporation 2007 5 English Recon amp Tora User Manual Forks with PopLoc Adjust Turn the blue compression adjustment dial counterclockwise until it stops Press the release button on the PopLoc Install the cable in the PopLoc Install the cable into the housing Feed the cable and housing into the cable stop on the fork crown eo onen Gently pull on the cable and align it with the groove in the rotating cam of the Motion Control damper 10 Tighten the cable fixing bolt on the rotating cam to 8 in Ib 9 Nm NOTE FOR PUSHLOC INSTALLATION OR PUSHLOC WITH MATCHMAKER INSTALLATION PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS ON OUR WEBSITE AT WWW ROCKSHOX COM PERFORMANCE TUNING RockShox forks can be tuned for your particular weight riding style and terrain SETTINSG SAG RockShox forks are designed to sag when you are sitting on your bike Sag is the compression of the fork caused by the rider s weight Proper sag
15. er hard cornering For crown activated forks compression damping increases to Lock as the crown mounted actuator rotates 90 degrees clockwise Position the actuator anywhere within the range from Open to Lock to suit the desired level of compression damping Forks equipped with the PopLoc Adjust provide compression damping adjustment for the Open position Turning the blue adjuster on the PopLoc adjust clockwise increases compression damping for the Open position The PopLoc lever features gradients to help illustrate the current level of compression Eight complete turns of adjustment are provided TIP ADJUSTING COMPRESSION ON FORKS EQUIPPED WITH POPLOC ADJUST IS BEST DONE WITH THE FORK IN LOCK POSITION NOTE THE COMPRESSION SETTING DOES NOT ADVERSELY EFFECT YOUR FORK S PERFORMANCE OVER HIGH SPEED IMPACTS SRAM Corporation 2007 9 English Recon amp Tora User Manual Compression Range Turning the compression adjuster on the PopLoc Adjust sets how far the lever returns from Lock toward the Open Select compression damping position This adjustment changes the amount of between Open and Lock compression damping found in the Open position Remote Compression Adjuster ss c E gt o E Xx x o LL Crown mounted adjuster PopLoc Adjust Remote Fig 3 TURNKEY LOCKOUT SYSTEM FIG 4 RECON 335 SL AND TORA 302 IMPORTANT WHEN STORING A B
16. lay or drag 3 Install the brakes according to the manufacturer s instructions and adjust brake pads properly Use the fork only with disc style brakes mounted through the provided mounting holes Do not use any cantilever brake other than those intended by the brake manufacturer to work with a hangerless brace 4 Forks designed for standard quick releases adjust the front wheel quick release to clear the dropout s counter bore The quick release nut must be tightened after the wheel is properly seated into the dropout s counter bore Make sure four or more threads are engaged in the quick release nut when it is closed Orient the quick release lever in front of and parallel to the lower tube in the locked position 5 Keep in mind tire clearance as you choose tires Maximum size is Fork Max Tire Size installed Recon 2 5 Tora 2 5 Be sure to check this diameter whenever you change tires To do this remove air pressure and compress the fork completely to make sure at least 5 mm of clearance exists between the top of the tire and the bottom of the crown Exceeding maximum tire size will cause the tire to jam against the crown when the fork is fully compressed POPLOC REMOTE INSTALLATION The PopLoc Remote Lockout lever allows the rider to control the movement of their suspension fork without removing their hands from the handlebars Specific left and right PopLocs are available If needed remove the grip brake lever and shift
17. riding or installation in conditions or applications other than recommended Wear and tear parts are identified as Dust seals Bushings Air sealing o rings Glide rings Rubber moving parts Foam rings Rear shock mounting hardware and main seals Upper tubes stanchions Stripped threads bolts aluminium Brake sleeves titanium magnesium or steel Brake pads Chains e Sprockets e Cassettes e Shifter and brake cables inner and outer Handlebar grips e Shifter grips Jockey wheels Disc brake rotors Tools 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 SRAM Corporation 2007 13 95 4312 834 000 Rev C 2007 1610 Garden of the Gods Colorado Springs CO 80907 Ride on open trails only Leave no trace Control your bicycle Always yield trail Never spook animals Plan ahead
18. sure the fork is securely fastened down with a quick release Make sure the rear wheel is fastened down when using ANY bike carrier that secures the fork s drop outs Not securing the rear can allow the bike s mass to side load the drop outs causing them to break or crack If the bicycle tilts or falls out of its carrier do not ride the bicycle until the fork is properly examined for possible damage Return the fork to your dealer for inspection or call RockShox if there is any question of possible damage See the International Distributor List A fork leg or drop out failure could result in loss of control of the bicycle with possible serious and or fatal injuries Forks designed for use with v style brakes only mount cantilever type brakes to the existing brake posts Forks with hangerless style braces are only designed for V style or hydraulic cantilever brakes Do not use any cantilever brake other than those intended by the brake manufacturer to work with a hangerless brace Do not route the front brake cable and or cable housing through the stem or any other mounts or cable stops Do not use a front brake cable leverage device mounted to the brace Forks designed for use with disc style brakes follow the brake manufacturer s installation instruction for proper installation and mounting of the brake caliper 7 Observe all owner s manual instructions for care and service of this product ROCKSHOX FORKS ARE DESIGNED FOR COMPETI
19. tment Recon Tora 85 to 130mm To determine the travel on your fork use the travel gradients on the upper tube except Tora Turning the U Turn adjuster knob counterclockwise increases travel Each turn increases or decreases the travel by 7 5 mm Changing Travel To change the travel of your fork Recon and Tora 80 100 or 130 you must perform a full service on your fork To obtain service information and instructions visit our website at www rockshox com or contact your local RockShox dealer or distributor REBOUND DAMPING External Rebound Adjustment Rebound damping controls the speed at which a fork returns to its full extension following compression Located at the bottom of the right fork leg is the rebound adjuster knob Turning the adjuster in the direction indicated by the rabbit on the rebound speed decal decreases rebound damping causing the fork to return to full extension faster Turning the adjuster in the direction indicated by the turtle increases rebound damping slowing the return of the fork to full extension NOTE EXCESSIVE REBOUND DAMPING WILL CAUSE THE FORK TO PACK UP OVER SUCCESSIVE BUMPS REDUCING TRAVEL AND CAUSING THE FORK TO BOTTOM OUT SET YOUR FORK TO REBOUND AS FAST AS POSSIBLE WITHOUT TOPPING OUT OR KICKING BACK THIS ALLOWS YOUR FORK TO FOLLOW THE CONTOURS OF THE TRAIL MAXIMIZING STABILITY TRACTION AND CONTROL MOTION CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM RECON 351 RACE AND TORA 318 IMPORTA
20. ur brakes carefully and learn your brakes characteristics by practicing your braking technique in non emergency circumstances Hard braking or improper use of the front brake can cause you to fall If the brakes are out of adjustment improperly installed or are not used properly the rider could suffer serious and or fatal injuries Your fork may fail in certain circumstances including but not limited to any condition that causes a loss of oil collision or other activity bending or breaking the fork s components or parts and extended periods of non use Fork failure may not be visible Do not ride the bicycle if you notice bent or broken fork parts loss of oil sounds of excessive topping out or other indications of a possible fork failure such as loss of shock absorbing properties Instead take your bike to a qualified dealer for inspection and repair In the event of a fork failure damage to the bicycle or personal injury may result Always use genuine RockShox parts Use of aftermarket replacement parts voids the warranty and could cause structural failure to the shock Structural failure could result in loss of control of the bicycle with possible serious and or fatal injuries Use extreme caution not to tilt the bicycle to either side when mounting the bicycle to a carrier by the fork drop outs front wheel removed The fork legs may suffer structural damage if the bicycle is tilted while the drop outs are in the carrier Make
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