Adjusting The Suspension Fork Compression Damper - Bosch KB069 RW Series Translation Of Original Operating Instructions

6.16.2 Adjusting the suspension fork compression damper

The compression damper allows the rider to make
quick adjustments to the suspension behaviour of
the suspension fork to adapt to changes in terrain.
It is intended for adjustments made during the
ride.
It is a good idea to use the compression damper
on
• bumpy sections
• marked shifts of weight at crossings and during
cornering and braking.
Figure 164: Optimum ride performance on hilly terrain
Compression damper set to hard
• Causes the suspension fork to move higher within
the deflection range. This makes it easier for the
rider to improve efficiency and maintain
momentum over uniformly hilly terrain and around
bends.
• Deflection feels somewhat harder on bumpy
terrain.
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When placed at an optimum setting, the
suspension fork counteracts deflection on hilly
terrain, remains higher in its deflection range and
helps maintain speed when riding on terrain hilly
sections.
The suspension fork also deflect quickly and
unhindered when hitting bumps and cushions the
bump when placed at an optimum setting.
Traction is retained (blue line). The fork responds
quickly to the bump.
The headset and handlebars rise slightly when
absorbing a bump (green line).
Compression damper set to soft
• Causes the suspension fork to deflect quickly and
easily. This makes it easier to maintain speed and
momentum when riding on bumpy terrain.
• Deflection may feel somewhat less hard on more
rugged terrain.
Operation
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