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Danger:
The suspension fork
should be set up and
adjusted in a way that it
does not reach the end
of its travel, i.e. bottom
out, unless in extreme
cases. A spring rate
which is too soft (or too
low an air pressure) can
usually be heard or felt
as a “clunk” type noise.
This noise is caused by
the sudden complete
compression of the
suspension fork as it
reaches bottom out.
If the suspension fork
frequently reaches bot-
tom out, it will sustain
damage over time, and
so will the frame.
Note:
Suspension fork
manufacturers normally
include instructions with
their deliveries. Read
them carefully before
changing any settings or
doing any maintenance
work on your suspen-
sion fork.
Suspension Forks
Some STEVENS cross bikes have suspension forks. This feature gives you better
control of your STEVENS bicycle when riding in the terrain or on poor road surfaces
and ensures more ground contact for the tyre. It noticeably reduces the strain on
you and your bicycle caused by the mechanical shocks from the terrain. Suspension
forks differ in their types of spring elements and damping. The suspension is usually
provided by coil springs or sealed air compartments. Damping is usually done with
oil or the self-damping properties of the elastomers.
To work perfectly, the fork has to be adjusted to the weight of the rider, the
sitting posture and the intended use. Be sure to have this adjustment carried out
by your STEVENS dealer at the moment of delivery. For more information see
the chapter “Suspension Forks” as well as the instructions of the component
manufacturers.
Danger:
Do not turn any screws in the vague hope of adjusting them somehow. You
could release the fastening mechanism, thus causing a fall. All manufac-
turers normally mark adjustment devices with a scale or with “+” signs
(for stronger damping/harder suspension) and with “-” signs.
Danger:
Suspension forks are designed in a way to absorb shocks. If the fork is too
rigid and jammed, the terrain induced shocks pass directly into the frame
without any damping. This could damage the lockout itself as well as the
frame. If your fork has a lockout mechanism, do not activate the lockout
function when riding in rough terrain, but only when riding over smooth
terrain (roads, field tracks).
Note:
More information on adjusting and maintenance is available on the
internet at
www.srsuntour-cycling.com
https://www.ridefox.com
www.foxracingshox.de
www.rockshox.com
www.sportimport.de/en/home/
www.manitoumtb.com
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