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9. REAR SHOCK SETUP
The rear shock can be set up four different ways depending on the type of
ride you want—from firm to soft and everything in between.
Setting up and adjusting the rear and fork shocks on your Epic
WC requires special tools and skills. If you don’t feel comfortable
completing these procedures on your own, please visit an
Authorized Specialized Retailer for assistance.
9.1. General information
When setting suspension, always set the rear shock first and fork
second for air pressure, rebound, then compression.
Make sure you’re wearing all the gear you’d normally wear on a
ride (shoes, helmet, hydration pack if used, etc.).
Please visit the suspension calculator tool at www.specialized.
com. The suspension calculator provides a personalized
baseline suspension setup recommendation based upon your
specific height and weight. The baseline information should be
considered as a suspension setup starting point. Adjust your
suspension as needed based on your experience/preference and
terrain conditions.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the shock’s maximum pressure of 325
psi / 22 bar.
9.2. Rear shock components
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3
2
4
5
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1 Compression damping adjuster
2 Rebound damping adjuster
3 Positive air spring valve
4 Air can
5 Negative pressure release button
6 O-ring
7 Seal
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