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Suspension Set-up Instructions
Monarch shocks can be set up and tuned for your
particular weight, riding style, and terrain. When tuning
suspension, always make one change at a time and
write it down. This allows you to understand how each
change affects your ride.
In this section, you will set up and adjust the following two settings: Sag and Rebound
Sag is the amount of shock travel that is used as the rider sits stationary on the bike. The
purpose of sag is to pre-load the shock and force the rear wheel down toward the
ground when the bike is unweighted over small bumps. This helps to maintain contact
and traction over rough terrain.
Typically, sag is 15 to 25 percent of available shock travel.
To set sag on your RockShox Monarch rear shock, you will need to change the air spring
rate (air pressure).
Adjusting the air pressure will also determine the overall stiffness of the shock. The more
air you put in, the firmer your shock will be. To find the optimal balance between your
bicycle manufacturer’s sag recommendation and your preferred shock stiffness, follow
the sag setting instructions below:
Setting Sag
• Make sure the shock is set in the open position.
• Depressurize the air chamber by removing the air cap and depressing the valve
core stem.
• Pressurize the air chamber to an air pressure equal to your body weight (psi to
pounds).
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