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Note on 243 Loctite: Shake the bottle well before applying!
HARDWARE TORQUE SPEC. THREAD TREATMENT
Cable Ports (Ripmo AF only) 2Nm Grease
Derailleur Hanger Bolt 5 Nm Grease
Downtube Rock Guard (HD5 / Ripmo / Ripley only) 2 Nm Loctite 243
Forward Shock Mount Bolt 10 Nm Loctite 243
Lower Link 6mm Preload Bolts 2 Nm Loctite 243 on threads, grease on flange
Lower Link 5mm Pinch Bolts 10 Nm Loctite 243
Lower Shock to Clevis Bolt 20 Nm Ti anti-seize
Swingarm to Clevis Pivot Bolts 10 Nm Loctite 243
Rear Brake Caliper 6 Nm Loctite 243
Seat Binder 5 Nm Ti anti-seize
Upper Link Bolts 10 Nm Loctite 243
BUSHINGS
On all models, apply Slick Honey (grease) to all bushings during reassembly.
HEXLE REAR AXLE
There is not a numerical torque figure for the Hexle. We recommend tightening the 5mm with your multi tool that you carry with you.
This way you’ll be able to remove it in case of a flat out on a ride.
HARDWARE TORQUE SPEC. THREAD TREATMENT
Battery Door 2 Nm Loctite 243
Cable Port 2 Nm Grease
Derailleur Hanger Bolt 5 Nm Grease
Rear Brake Caliper 6 Nm Loctite 243
Seat Binder 5 Nm Ti anti-seize
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