Fork Boot - Cannondale LEFTY SPEED DLR2 Owner's Manual Supplement

Fork Boot

The fork boot protects the internal parts
(inner tube, races, lubricant, needle bearings,
and other internal parts) from contamination
and damage. It is a barrier to water, dirt,
dust, mud, or grit encountered while riding.
If the boot is loose or damaged; dirt, water,
dust, salt spray or other contaminants will
quickly ruin the fork.
Checks
1. Check the boot for damage, cracking,
splits, or tears. Be sure to check in
the folds of the boot. Check for any
cables or lines rubbing the boot.
2. Check the attachment of the boot
at the top and bottom. The upper
and lower boot lips should be fitted
over the lower collar and fork lip.
NO PART OF THE FORK INNER TUBE
(lower leg) SHOULD BE EXPOSED.
3. Replace the zip ties and band clamps .
Always tighten the zip ties and clamps
securely. Replacement boots, zip
ties, and cable clamps are available
through a Cannondale Dealer.
If you find boot damage, the area under
the boot should be professionally
inspected for contamination or damage.
The damaged boot must be replaced
with a new one. Do not try to fix it.
WARNING
CHECK THE BOOT BEFORE EACH RIDE.
DON'T RIDE IF IT IS DAMAGED.
REPLACE IT WHEN YOU FIND DAMAGE.
Cleaning and Re-greasing The
Telescope Under the Boot
The fork inner tube and inner bearing races,
parts of the telescopic fork assembly are
located behind the fork boot.
Wiping off old grease with a dry shop towel
and re-apply a fresh heavy coating of grease
helps assure that ,races and needle bearings
remain well lubricated.
Any clean high-quality bicycle bearing
grease selected for riding temperatures and
environment can be used. We assemble
forks at our factory using Royal Purple Ultra
Performance Grease NLGI #2 (ISO 46 BASE).
1. Remove the front wheel.
2. Release all fork air pressure.
3. Carefully cut the upper and lower zip
ties securing the fork boot. Some forks
may have an screw type band clamp
securing the upper portion of the boot.
If this is the case, loosen the clamp.
4. Lift the unsecured boot up to
expose the inner tube (1).
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