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Surly Ice Cream Truck User Manual

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6932 06/14
Ice Cream Truck Fork Instructions
Compatibility
Intended Use
Tools Required
Hi there. Thanks for spending your hard-earned cash on this Surly fork. Surly stuff is designed to be useful and durable.
We’re confident it will serve you well for years to come.
WARNING: Cycling can be dangerous. Bicycle products should be installed and serviced by a professional mechanic.
Never modify your bicycle or accessories. Read and follow all product instructions and warnings including information
on the manufacturer’s website. Inspect your bicycle before every ride. Always wear a helmet.
Additional Product and Safety Information can be found at the website: surlybikes.com/safety
Steerer: Threadless Threadless
Steerer diameter: 1-1/8˝ 1-1/8˝
Steerer length: 260mm 260mm
Axle-to-crown: 483mm 483mm
Offset: 47mm 47mm
Hub spacing: 150mm x 15mm thru, 135 x 10mm QR*
front disc rotor spacing
Tire clearance: 26 x 5.25˝ 26 x 5.0˝
Brakes: Disc Disc
*NOTE 135mm Surly Ice Cream Truck, Moonlander and Pugsley forks use “rear rotor spacing” for brake rotor placement on the hub, and are not compatible with all fat bike hubs. Check with the hub
manufacturer for compatibility. Surly 135mm front hubs use “rear rotor spacing” for brake rotor placement.
RETAILER: These fork instructions MUST BE provided to the end user.
4
ASTM F2043
Jumps are
intended to be
less than
122cm (48)
CONDITION 4
This is a set of conditions for operation of a bicycle that includes Conditions 1, 2, and 3, or downhill grades
on rough trails at speeds less than 40 km/h (25 mph), or both. Jumps are intended to be less than 122cm (48˝).
Please see link to Bike Owner’s Manual on surlybikes.com/safety for complete list of riding condition descriptions.
Crown race setting tool
Star nut setter
Hammer/mallet
Steerer tube cutting guide (recommended)
Verify that the fork, headset and all required parts for proper assembly have compatible dimensions. The fork, headset,
headset spacers and stem steerer clamp must have compatible diameters. Use of incompatible components can cause
component failure.
Make sure headset and stem parts that come into contact with the steerer tube are free of burrs or sharp edges.
Remove burrs or sharp edges by using very fine grit sandpaper.
Hacksaw and permanent marker or tape
Cutting fluid (recommended)
Hex wrenches: 4, 5, 6mm
Torque wrench
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Surly Ice Cream Truck Specifications

General IconGeneral
Seatpost Diameter27.2mm
Intended UseOff-Road Touring
Wheel Size26"
Frame MaterialChromoly steel
Fork MaterialChromoly steel
Brake TypeDisc
Headset TypeThreadless
GearsSingle-speed or geared options

Summary

Surly Ice Cream Truck Fork Instructions

Fork Compatibility Specifications

Details on steerer type, diameter, length, axle-to-crown, offset, hub spacing, tire clearance, and brake compatibility.

Intended Use and Riding Conditions

Defines Condition 4 for operation, including downhill grades and jumps less than 122cm (48").

Tools Required for Installation

Lists essential tools for fork installation, including crown race setting tool, star nut setter, and hex wrenches.

Fork Installation Guide

Step-by-Step Installation Process

Detailed instructions for headset cup, crown race, steerer tube cutting, star nut installation, and stem attachment.

Critical Safety Warnings During Installation

Emphasizes warnings against resting fork dropouts on hard surfaces and ensuring proper component alignment.

Ongoing Maintenance and Inspection

Regular Fork Inspection and Care

Guidance on periodic cleaning, inspection for damage, and checking component integrity for safety.

Understanding Component Lifespan

Explains that all bicycle products have a finite useful life and requires frequent inspection for wear or fatigue.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

Details what the one-year warranty covers and lists exclusions such as improper assembly or normal wear.

Warranty Limitations and Legal Rights

Clarifies warranty limitations, exclusive remedies, and consumer legal rights and statutory rights.

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