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PL ATFORM MANUAL
ALTITUDE CARBON
Rider:
Jesse Melamed
Photo:
Margus Riga
Location:
North Vancouver, BC

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  • Page 1 PL ATFORM MANUAL Rider: Jesse Melamed Photo: Margus Riga Location: North Vancouver, BC ALTITUDE CARBON...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Shrediquette Getting to know your bike Basic setup Shock eyelet bearing Shock setup RIDE-9 RM two-position axle UDH Hanger Cable routing how-to Critical dimensions Pro tips & tricks Exploded view...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Jesse Melamed Photo: Margus Riga by the Rocky Mountain Race Face Enduro Team, this bike is fast. Already race proven with Location: North Vancouver, BC Jesse's win at the EWS in Zermatt, Switzerland, the redesigned Altitude is now more capable than ever.

  • Page 4: Getting To Know Your Bike

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Getting to know your bike GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BIKE Technical details • Designed to win enduro races, the Altitude’s refined carbon • The result is a sensitive yet supportive feeling platform frame means it is tough enough to withstand aggressive that’s dialed in for bottom out resistance with both coil and...

  • Page 5: Basic Setup

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Basic setup BASIC SETUP There are several variables that can be manipulated to fine tune the setup of your suspension. These are some basic guidelines to get you in the ballpark, and you should experiment to see what best suits you from there. The first step is to set your sag. Sag refers to how much the suspension moves under just the weight of the rider (including all riding accessories).
  • Page 6 If you have your shock serviced, we highly recommend If you do not have the Rocky Mountain Bearing Eyelet Tool removing these components, as suspension service centres Kit, use a blind bearing puller: cannot guarantee they will be returned.
  • Page 7 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Shock setup ALTITUDE SPRING CHART Rebound Compression Rebound adjustment controls how quickly your suspension Low speed compression (LSC) controls rider weight shifts, returns to full extension after it hits a bump. Too much rebound pumping through terrain, G-outs, and other slow inputs. Too control, and the fork or shock will move too slowly, sinking much LSC will result in a harsher ride feel;...
  • Page 8 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Shock setup ALTITUDE SPRING CHART 2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 FOX FLOAT X2 AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed* RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED FOX FLOAT X2 PSI SHOCK SAG LBS / KG...

  • Page 9: Shock Setup

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Shock setup ALTITUDE SPRING CHART 2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 FOX DPX2 AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed* RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED FOX DPX2 PSI SHOCK SAG LBS / KG LSR SETTING LSC SETTING *IF AVAILABLE...
  • Page 10 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Shock setup ALTITUDE SPRING CHART 2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 ROCKSHOX DELUXE AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed* RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED ROCKSHOX SDLX PSI SHOCK SAG LBS / KG LSR SETTING LSC SETTING *IF AVAILABLE...
  • Page 11 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual RIDE-9 RIDE-9 The RIDE-9 adjustment system allows riders to quickly fine tune their geometry with a pair of Allen keys. Nine configurations are possible ™ thanks to a pair of rotating chips. Geometry setup is a complex artform with huge variables in rider style, preference, terrain, and ability. We do recommend the use of professional services, but we also believe that learning to dial in your own bike is the best way to fully understand its performance.

  • Page 12: Rm Two-Position Axle

    To match the position of the rear axle to the brake caliper, the frame is also equipped with a unique Rocky Mountain brake adapter. It is designed to fit both axle positions and ensure that the brake caliper is properly positioned in relation to the rotor with maximum clamping surface area.

  • Page 13: Udh Hanger

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual UDH Hanger UDH HANGER Your new frame is compatible with Sram’s UDH hanger. Due to the two-position axle design, as well as our axle design, there are three pieces of information to consider for proper UDH function: 1.

  • Page 14: Cable Routing How-To

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Cable routing how-to CABLE ROUTING HOW-TO Removing the rear wheel and rear shock will allow you to cycle the rear triangle and give better access to direct the housing in the area between the chain stay and main pivot. Cycling the rear triangle as you push the housing forward also reduces friction as the housing moves through the bottom bracket port.
  • Page 15 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Cable routing how to REPLACING/INSTALLING REAR DERAILLEUR CABLE HOUSING 1. Remove non-drive side head tube port cover. 4. Guide the housing into the housing port above the bottom bracket. Make sure you insert the derailleur housing into the port labeled “Shift.”...
  • Page 16 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Cable routing how to REPLACING/INSTALLING DROPPER POST HOUSING 1. Remove drive side head tube port cover. 2. If replacing the old housing, cut a new piece to the same length. If you don’t have the old piece, approximate the length required and cut a slightly longer portion.
  • Page 17 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Cable routing how to REPLACING/INSTALLING REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE Removing the rear wheel and rear shock will allow you to cycle the rear triangle and give better access to direct the housing in the area between the chain stay and main pivot.

  • Page 18: Critical Dimensions

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Critical dimensions CRITICAL DIMENSIONS Ream depth (CARBON): Headset standard: S: 210 mm ZS44 top M: 235 mm (Both 27.5 and 29) ZS56 bottom L: 250 mm XL: 280 mm Seatpost outer diameter: 30.9 mm Seat QR inner diameter: 34.9 mm...

  • Page 19: Pro Tips & Tricks

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Pro tips & tricks & Exploded view PRO TIPS & TRICKS • When tuning your suspension, write down your settings • When assembling pivot bolts, use grease to “stick” any so you can refer back to them. Better yet, use an online spacers into place while you assemble.

  • Page 20: Full List Of Parts

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Full list of parts FULL LIST OF PARTS Please refer to the small-parts kits available for purchase. There are several kits that can help you maintain your bike for maximum trail performance: https://shop.bikes.com/collections/parts These are available from your local dealer and on: www.bikes.com.
  • Page 21 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Full list of parts FULL LIST OF PARTS ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION TORQUE (NM) INSTALLATION NOTES FLIP CHIP, OUTSIDE, AL7075, BLACK FLIP CHIP 1807003 ANODIZE FLIP CHIP 1807004 FLIP CHIP, INSIDE, AL7075, BLACK ANODIZE 1060120CBN- FRONT TRIANGLE...
  • Page 22 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Full list of parts FULL LIST OF PARTS ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION TORQUE (NM) INSTALLATION NOTES SHOCK BUSHING, ID:12.7mm, OD:15MM, SHOCK BUSHING L:12.7MM, STEEL SHOCK REDUCER FOX STD REDUCER FOR 25MM PIN SHOCK REDUCER SRAM STD REDUCER FOR 25MM PIN...

  • Page 23: Small Parts Kit

    Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Small parts kit SMALL PARTS KITS Please refer to the small parts kits available for purchase. There are several kits that can help you maintain your bike for maximum trail performance: https://shop.bikes.com/collections/parts These are available from your local dealer and on: www.bikes.com.
  • Page 24 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Small parts kit SMALL PARTS KITS ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION 1811007 SHOCK BEARING EYELET KIT ALT 2021 BRG SPACER 1800032 EYELET BEARING SPACER, T:6.3, FOR 40 MM LINK WIDTH BEARING 1801010 ENDURO 688 LLU MAX 16X8X5...
  • Page 25 Altitude Carbon Platform Manual Small parts kit SMALL PARTS KIT ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION 1811015 ALTITUDE FWD SHOCK YOKE KIT FWD SHOCK YOKE 1091002 ALTITUDE FWD SHOCK YOKE SCREW 1801014 M6-1.0, 14MM LONG, SOCKET HEAD 1810022 HEAD TUBE PANEL KIT 2020...

  • Page 26: Warranty Information

    All warranty and after-sale service must be handled by the authorized dealer who sold the complete bicycle or frame. We cover your Rocky Mountain frame for defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase of your new Rocky Mountain bicycle according to the frame material and the type of use.
  • Page 27 • Extreme or improper use of your Rocky Mountain bicycle warranty as outlined in the Warranty Table. It is important to...
  • Page 28 Saint-Georges, QC G6A 1A1 Canada T. 604-980-9938 F. 604-980-9975 T. 1-800-663-2512 F. 1-800-570-8356 Rocky Mountain, its logo and other trade names are used by Rocky Mountain. Some technologies on Rocky Mountain products are patented or patent pending © 2020 Rocky Mountain®...

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