DRUID ASSEMBLY MANUAL \ MAINTENANCE
9
CRASHES
Crashes do happen and sometimes things break and become damaged as a result.
If you’ve had a crash, please make sure to thoroughly check your bike for any signs of
damage before you continue on your ride - do not continue on your ride if you see any
signs of damage! If you are unsure that your bike is safe to use, we strongly recommend
that it is taken to a reputable local bike shop and have them inspect it for any damage.
Due to the nature of carbon ber, crashes can cause damage without showing any
visible signs. If you are unsure, seek professional advice and where possible, replace
the component in question. Forbidden has a crash replacement program that will help
get you and your bike on the trails.
TAKING CARE OF CARBON
Never clamp your carbon frame directly in a bike stand as it can
severely damage your frame and instead, clamp it to the seat post
Be careful with bike racks and transporting in cars. Do not overload the frame
with bike rack clamps and be careful not to overload the frame when
transporting inside cars
Never tighten your rear axle without the wheel installed in the frame as the
lateral forces can damage the stays
Never tighten your seat clamp without a seat post installed as it can
damage your frame
Do not leave aluminum components in direct contact with carbon without
rst applying a lm of high-quality grease or carbon paste - components can
corrode and bind to your frame over time
Never tighten ttings over the specied torque values, ever
Clean with warm water and where possible, proper bicycle detergent and avoid
all solvent based cleaners
Cover high wear areas with protective adhesive lms (eg: areas exposed to rub
from cables, heels, knees, etc.). We recommend Ride Wrap and Invisiframe
frame protection for our bikes.
Any damage that results from incorrect handling of your carbon frame will
not be covered under warranty.
TORQUE CHART
POSITION TORQUE
Main Pivot
Rate Control Link / Front Triangle Pivot
Rate Control Link / Rear Triangle Pivot
Rate Control Link
Main Pivot Cover
Shock Bolts
Upper Slider Screws
Idler Pulley Screw
Lower Chainguide ISCG Screws
Seat Clamp
Hanger
Rear Axle
Cable Ports
Fender
Water Bottle Bolts
Down Tube Protector
RaceFace Aeect Stem Faceplate
RaceFace Aeect Stem Steer Clamp
Shimano Brake Caliper Bolts
Shimano Centerlock Rotor Lock-Rings
Shimano Brake Levers
FOX 36 KaboltX Axle
FOX 36 KaboltX Pinch-Bolt
22Nm
14Nm
14Nm
14Nm
8Nm
10Nm
5Nm
10Nm
6Nm
6Nm
16Nm
10Nm
1-2Nm
0.5Nm
1Nm
0.5Nm
6Nm
8Nm
8Nm
40Nm
4-6Nm
9Nm
5Nm