FIT RLC DAMPER

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FOX RACING SHOX FIT RLC


PREFACE Tekin Suspension

Tekin Suspension is dedicated to constant evolution in the performance of mountain bike suspension. The ethos of Tekin Suspension is simple: to provide the utmost level of support and uncompromised servicing of FOX Racing Shox products.

The roots of Tekin Suspension are competitive mountain biking. The services offered by Tekin Suspension have been developed to achieve the highest level of performance from FOX products, used at the highest level of competition.

Use this setup guide in conjunction with your FOX Racing Shox literature to achieve the optimum performance from your suspension system .... TeKin Suspension | All rights reserved


INTRODUCTION - 3 FEATURES - 4 REBOUND - 5 LOW-SPEED COMPRESSION - 6 LOCKOUT - 7 SERVICE - 8 CONTACT - 9

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INTRODUCTION

FIT RLC Equipped Performance and reliability are the hallmarks of the FIT™ RLC damper, making it the damper of choice in the lightweight 32, 34 and 36 product lines. The completely sealed expanding bladder design offers contamination and fade free performance in a light weight package, for worry-free front-end control.

The wide, usable range of damper adjustment provides user friendly adaptability to riding environments. The ergonomic lockout lever is conveniently positioned to facilitate ease of use and offers a lockout firm platform when activated.

.......... Adjustable LSC Velocity-sensitive HSC Cross-country to all mountain FOX FLOAT RP23 DHX AIR

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Valving type (compression) Application Product pairing

Internal tuning options


FEATURES

Feature

Adjuster Base Setting

Threshold adjuster

Mid range

Lockout lever

Off

Low-speed compression (LSC) adjuster

Mid range

Air valve TALAS adjuster

PSI required to achieve 15-20% sag

Travel indicator o-ring

Rebound adjuster

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Mid range


REBOUND REBOUND DHX RC4 Rebound damping controls how quickly the suspension returns after being compressed and gives you a predictable and controlled ride, while maintaining traction.

Assessing rebound by simply pushing on the handle bars or seat does not indicate the performance of the system in a dynamic environment. Save your judgment of rebound performance for a test section of trail.

REBOUND TOO FAST If rebound is too fast the bike will be unstable while pedaling and riding through shallow bumps. The unsettling effect is noticed as your body weight is pitched over the bike.

REBOUND TOO SLOW If rebound is too slow, there will be insufficient recovery between bumps to ensure successive bumps are absorbed. Harshness will be noticed on longer rough sections.

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Clockwise adjustment Slower rebound Counter clockwise adjustment Faster rebound

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LOW-SPEED COMPRESSION REBOUND DHX RC4 Low-speed compression (LSC) damping refers to the damper force generated at low damper shaft speeds.

LSC damping provides resistance to the suspension being compressed slowly and with relatively low force. This relates to pedalling forces, changes in mass distribution, shallow and small bumps.

LSC TOO SOFT Pedaling, changes in mass distribution, small and shallow bumps will cause excessive compression. A lack of support is noticed as the suspension uses excessive travel with minimal input.

LSC TOO FIRM Small bump sensitivity and traction will be compromised. A harsh ride and loss of traction is noticed over loose and rough terrain.

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Clockwise adjustment

Firmer LSC

Counter clockwise adjustment

Softer LSC


LOCKOUT REBOUND DHX RC4 The lockout function serves the purpose of providing a lockout firm platform when activated.

The threshold adjuster alters the lockout breakaway point, varying the force required to compress the fork when the lockout lever is activated.

LOCKOUT Use on ascents, smooth terrain and trails that require a firm platform for pedaling efficiency.

THRESHOLD Use the threshold adjuster to increase or decrease the lockout platform.

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Clockwise adjustment Higher threshold Counter clockwise adjustment Lower threshold

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SERVICE FOX FORX

Maintenance

Every Ride

Wash fork

X

Inspect for damage

X

Basic service Advanced Service

Every 30 Hours

Every 100 Hours

X X

Routine maintenance greatly improves the performance and longevity of your FOX Racing Shox suspension product.. ... 8

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CONTACT

Tekin Suspension ken@tekinsuspension.com.au facebook.com/Tekin.Suspension 0410-200-082


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