FLOAT RP2 REAR
SHOCK
Installing Your Shock |
General
Maintenance |
Before
You Ride |
Measuring
Sag |
Setting
Sag |
Adjusting
Rebound |
ProPedal
| Service Intervals |
Important
Safety Information |
Stuck
Down Shock |
Air
Sleeve Maintenance
|
weight
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0.45 lbs./205 g (6.50" x 1.50" No reducers)
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features/ adjustments
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high volume standard air sleeve, lightweight chassis, ProPedal with 2 positions, air spring pressure, rebound adjust
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spring
|
air
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intended use
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freeride, all-mountain, cross-country
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Installing Your Shock
If you are installing your shock on a bike in which the shock is not
original equipment:
- Install the shock.
- Remove the main air
chamber air cap and let all the air out of the main air chamber.
- Carefully cycle the
suspension through its entire travel.
- Check that all parts
of the shock are clear of the frame and swingarm as it cycles through
the travel.
- Pressurize your main
air chamber to a minimum of 50 psi and no more than 300 psi. You will
tune to a more specific air pressure in the Setting
Sag section below.
- Set
sag.
General Maintenance
There may be a small amount of air sleeve lubricant residue on the body.
This is normal. If this residual air sleeve lubricant is not present,
this is an indication that the air sleeve should be re-lubricated. Some
other things to consider for all shock models:
- If you ride in extreme
conditions, service your shock and air sleeve more frequently. Check
the maintenance schedule for your shock.
- Wash your shock with soap
and water only.
- Do not use a high pressure
washer to clean your shock.
- Internal service should
be performed by FOX Racing Shox or an Authorized
Service Center.
Before You Ride
- Clean the outside of your shock with soap and
water and wipe dry with a soft dry rag. Do
not use a high pressure washer on your shock.
- Inspect entire exterior of shock for damage. The
shock should not be used if any of the exterior parts appear to be damaged.
Please contact your local dealer
or FOX Racing Shox for further inspection and repair.
- Check that quick-release levers (or thru-axle
pinch bolts) are properly adjusted and tightened.
- Check headset adjustment. If loose, adjust according
to manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Check that brake cables or hoses are properly
fastened.
- Check that the front and rear brakes operate properly
on flat land.
Setting Sag
You can also view a Flash
video on Setting Sag.
To set sag:
- Measure
sag, and compare it to the recommended sag setting shown in the Air Spring Setting Guidelines table
below. Continue if the sag is not to specification.
- Locate the Schrader
air valve on the shock and remove the air valve cap.
- Screw the FOX
Racing Shox High Pressure Pump onto the air valve until the pump shows
pressure on the gauge. Do not over-tighten.
- Add air pressure until
desired pressure is shown on the gauge. Refer to the Air
Spring Setting Guidelines table below for the proper sag setting.
- Unthread the pump from
the air valve and measure sag.
- Repeat steps 2-5 until
proper sag is achieved, then replace the air valve cap.
Air Spring
Setting Guidelines |
Shock Travel (in./mm) | Sag (in./mm) |
1.00/25.4 | .25/6.4 |
1.25/31.7 | .31/7.9 |
1.50/38.1 | .38/9.5 |
1.75/44.4 | .44/11.1 |
2.00/50.8 | .50/12.7 |
2.25/57.1 | .56/14.2 |
Adjusting Rebound
Rebound controls the rate at which your shock returns after it has been
compressed. The proper rebound setting is a personal preference, and changes
with rider weight, riding style and conditions. A rule of thumb is that
rebound should be as fast as possible without kicking back and pushing
the rider off the saddle.
The rebound knob has 8-10 clicks of adjustment.
For slower
rebound, turn the red adjuster knob clockwise.
For faster
rebound, turn the red adjuster knob counterclockwise.
ProPedal
The ProPedal lever allows for on-the-fly
ProPedal adjustment. ProPedal damping reduces pedal-induced suspension
bob. The two ProPedal lever settings are:
Use each setting to adjust the shock for
different riding conditions and situations. For example, use PROPEDAL
for riding to the top of the mountain, and then switch to OPEN for the descent.
To determine which ProPedal position is better
for your condition and situation, pedal the bicycle and monitor the shock
movement. Switch between positions and select the one that reduces suspension
movement most effectively while providing the desired amount of bump absorption.