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CHAPTER THREE
Inspection, Adjustment & Lubrication
A suspension fork, like a shock absorber, allows
the front wheel to move over bumps with less
vertical motion transmitted to the bike or rider.
Suspension forks require regular lubrication to
work smoothly and to provide long seal life. Read
the
Suspension Fork Owner's Manual
you received
with your bike. If you did not receive a fork manual,
get one from your dealer, contact us and we’ll send
you one, or download one from an internet site:
www.rockshox.com
www.answerproducts.com (for Manitou forks)
www.marzocchi.com
The following information is only meant to
supplement the fork manufacturer’s manual.
Inspection
Before every ride
, ensure that the suspension
fork is operating properly. Do not ride with less
than the minimum clearances between the top of
the tire and the bottom of the fork crown (Figure
3.11.1), listed in the
Suspension Fork Owner’s
Manual
supplied with your suspension fork.
Adjustment
The softness of the suspension fork spring,
also called the preload, may be adjustable.
Damping, the control of the speed of the spring, may also
be adjustable (Figure 3.11.2). Follow the instructions in the
Suspension Fork Owner’s Manual
supplied with your suspen-
sion fork.
Changing your suspension will affect handling and braking
characteristics. After making a change, carefully test the bike in a
low traffic area until you are familiar with its performance.
Lubrication
Follow the Lubrication and Maintenance instructions in the
Suspension Fork Owner’s Manual
supplied with your suspension fork.
SUSPENSION SYSTEMS: FORKS
Figure 3.11.2 Damping adjuster
Damping
adjuster
Preload adjusters
Tire
clear-
ance
Figure 3.11.1 Suspension fork tire
clearance
clearance
WARNING
An improperly adjusted or tightened suspension fork can
cause you to lose control and fall. Make sure the suspension
bolts are tightened properly, and the minimum tire clearance
is correct, before riding the bike.