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SAFETY FIRST! We care about YOU. Please, always wear your safety glasses and protective gloves when servicing RockShox products. Protect yourself! Wear your safety gear! ⚠ WA RNING - PR ESSU RIZED D EV ICE Suspension products may contain pressurized air, nitrogen, springs, and oil.
Retaining rings must be fully seated in the retaining ring groove. Confirm the retaining ring is fully seated in the retaining ring groove after installation. Do not use vinegar of any type to clean any part of a RockShox suspension product. Vinegar can cause permanent damage to parts which can, over time, result in product structural failure.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ROCKSHOX SERVICE ......................................3 SUSPENSION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS ..........................3 PART PREPARATION AND SERVICE PROCEDURES .............................5 PART PREPARATION ..............................................5 SERVICE PROCEDURES ..............................................5 MODEL CODE IDENTIFICATION ..........................................6 WARRANTY AND TRADEMARK ...........................................6 VIVID COIL - SERVICE, COIL SPRING REPLACEMENT, AND RESERVOIR UPGRADE ................7 PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES ..........................................
P a r t P r e p a r a t i o n Remove the component from the bicycle before service. Disconnect and remove the remote cable or hydraulic hose from the fork or rear shock, if applicable. For additional information about RockShox remotes, user manuals are available at www.sram.com/service.
M o d e l C o d e I d e n t i f i c a t i o n Product model code and specification details can be identified with the serial number on the product. Model codes can be used to identify the product type, series name, model name, and product version associated with the production model year.
• RockShox Rear Shock IFP Puller • RockShox Vivid C1 Toolset Use ONLY RockShox, SRAM, and Maxima suspension oils/fluids and grease, unless otherwise specified. Use of any other lubricants can damage seals and decrease performance. Vivid Coil - Service, Coil Spring Replacement, and Reservoir Upgrade...
R e c o m m e n d e d S e r v i c e I n t e r v a l s Regular service is required to keep your RockShox product working at peak performance. Follow this maintenance schedule and install the service parts included in each service kit that corresponds with the Service Hours Interval recommendation below.
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When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the seal or o-ring. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol on each part and clean with a shop towel. Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.
E x p l o d e d V i e w 2 0 2 5 + ( C 1 ) V i v i d C o i l U l t i m a t e R C 2 T ( R S - V I V C - U L T - C 1 ) Adjuster - Low Speed Compression (LSC) 12.
If you are unable to remove the mounting hardware using your fingers, If you are unable to remove the mounting hardware using your fingers, use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool. use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool.
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Insert the threaded rod (A) through the shaft eyelet until the push pin Insert the threaded rod (A) through the shaft eyelet until the push pin (B) rests against the bushing pin. (B) rests against the bushing pin. Thread the large, open end of the catcher (C) along the rod until it rests Thread the large, open end of the catcher (C) along the rod until it rests on the end spacer.
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Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Unthread the catcher from the threaded rod. Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool. Remove the Remove the end spacer and bushing pin from the tool. Remove the spacer from the bushing pin. spacer from the bushing pin.
E y e l e t B u s h i n g R e m o v a l To replace damaged or worn out bushings, use the RockShox rear shock bushing removal/installation tool. Deluxe is pictured. Procedures are the same for Vivid Coil.
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Clean the eyelet. Clean the eyelet. Optional Upgrade (Bearing Mount Frame Only): Optional Upgrade (Bearing Mount Frame Only): Standard Eyelet to Bearing Mount: Proceed to Standard Eyelet to Bearing Mount: Proceed to Standard Eyelet to Bearing Mount Installation Standard Eyelet to Bearing Mount Installation. Eyelet Bushing Removal...
Apply a light layer of grease to the outside of the new eyelet bushing. Apply a light layer of grease to the outside of the new eyelet bushing. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease The bushing installation procedure is the same for the standard shaft The bushing installation procedure is the same for the standard shaft eyelet and damper body eyelets.
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Unthread and remove the catcher. Remove the threaded rod and push Unthread and remove the catcher. Remove the threaded rod and push pin tool. pin tool. Wipe the grease from the eyelet and bushing. Wipe the grease from the eyelet and bushing. Bushing Installation...
Place the bearing mount adapter socket onto the bearing. RockShox Bearing Mount Adapter RockShox Bearing Mount Adapter Socket Socket Unthread one bearing and remove it. Unthread one bearing and remove it. RockShox Bearing Mount Adapter Socket Bearing Mount Adapter Removal...
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Remove the other bearing mount adaptor from the eyelet. Remove the other bearing mount adaptor from the eyelet. Bearing Mount Adapter Removal...
S h o c k E y e l e t S e r v i c e - B e a r i n g E y e l e t Replace the bearings if they are not spinning freely, or if they are making a creaking noise. B e a r i n g R e m o v a l - S h a f t E y e l e t Deluxe is pictured.
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Turn the shock over and repeat the bearing removal process. Turn the shock over and repeat the bearing removal process. Hammer / Bearing punch / Gauge pin Mallet 1/8" / 3 mm (OD) Clean the bearing bores. Clean the bearing bores. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Bearing Removal - Shaft Eyelet...
B e a r i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n - S h a f t E y e l e t Install a new bearing into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet and Install a new bearing into one bearing bore, then clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with vise blocks.
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Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing press tool is centered and is not overlapping the bearing edge.
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Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, then install a new bearing into the Insert a new spacer into the eyelet, then install a new bearing into the other bearing bore. other bearing bore. Clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with vise blocks, then press Clamp the eyelet and bearing into a vise with vise blocks, then press the bearing into the bearing bore until it is flush with the eyelet.
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Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the Loosen the vise, and align the bearing press tool centered on the bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing bearing, then slowly tighten the vise. Check and confirm the bearing press tool is centered and is not overlapping the bearing edge.
S e r v i c e , C o i l S p r i n g R e p l a c e m e n t , a n d R e s e r v o i r U p g r a d e Reservoir Upgrade (optional): If a reservoir is replaced, shock disassembly is required.
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Remove the spring clip and spring. Remove the spring clip and spring. Coil Spring Replacement: Coil Spring Replacement: Proceed to Coil Spring Installation. Proceed to Coil Spring Installation. Coil Spring Removal...
S e t D a m p i n g A d j u s t e r s Select RT, Select+ RCT, Ultimate RC2T: Select RT, Select+ RCT, Ultimate RC2T: Rotate the Threshold (pedal) Rotate the Threshold (pedal) lever to the open position. lever to the open position.
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Ultimate DH RC2, Ultimate RC2T: Ultimate DH RC2, Ultimate RC2T: Rotate the High Speed Rotate the High Speed Compression (HSC) adjuster counterclockwise to the full open position Compression (HSC) adjuster counterclockwise to the full open position and count the number of detent clicks. and count the number of detent clicks.
Verify all air pressure is removed from the suspension component. Failure to do so can result in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Refer to the Suspension Safety Precautions and Warnings section for detailed RockShox Schrader Valve Tool Pressurized Device warnings and instructions. ⚠ CAUTIO N - E YE HAZA RD Verify all pressure is removed from the shock before proceeding.
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Push the IFP reservoir cap into the reservoir until the retaining ring is Push the IFP reservoir cap into the reservoir until the retaining ring is visible and accessible. visible and accessible. Remove the retaining ring from the IFP reservoir. Remove the retaining ring from the IFP reservoir.
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Set the reservoir cap aside. Set the reservoir cap aside. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Apply a dab of grease to the end of the TORX T10 wrench. Apply a dab of grease to the end of the TORX T10 wrench.
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Pick (non-metallic) RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Thread the RockShox IFP Puller Tool into the IFP (internal floating Thread the RockShox IFP Puller Tool into the IFP (internal floating piston). piston). Remove the IFP from the reservoir.
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Reservoir Upgrade: Apply grease to the new IFP o-ring and install it Apply grease to the new IFP o-ring and install it onto the new IFP. onto the new IFP. RockShox Suspension Cleaner RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Reservoir Depressurization and Disassembly...
D a m p e r D i s a s s e m b l y Slide the bottomout bumper up. Slide the bottomout bumper up. Secure a shop towel around the damper body to absorb oil. Secure a shop towel around the damper body to absorb oil. Install a small section of split plastic tube over the damper shaft to Install a small section of split plastic tube over the damper shaft to protect it.
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Place the Vivid Counter Measure Wrench onto the sealhead. Place the Vivid Counter Measure Wrench onto the sealhead. NOTICE Do not scratch the damper shaft. Scratches will cause oil to leak. Vivid Counter Measure Wrench Vivid Counter Measure Wrench Unthread the sealhead from the damper body. Unthread the sealhead from the damper body.
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Unthread and remove the spring preload adjuster from the damper body. Clean the spring preload adjuster. body. Clean the spring preload adjuster. RockShox Suspension Cleaner Reservoir Upgrade (optional): To continue with reservoir upgrade, proceed to Upgrade (optional) - Ultimate RC2T Reservoir.
U p g r a d e ( o p t i o n a l ) - V i v i d C o i l C 1 U l t i m a t e R C 2 T R e s e r v o i r Vivid Coil Base R (Rebound only), Vivid Coil Select RT (Rebound and Threshold), Vivid Coil Select+ RCT (Rebound, Low Speed Compression, Threshold), and Vivid Coil Ultimate DH RC2 (Rebound and Low Speed Compression) shocks can be upgraded with the Ultimate RC2T Reservoir Upgrade kit, available separately.
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Select+ RCT, Ultimate DH RC2, : Select+ RCT, Ultimate DH RC2, : Unthread the left exposed reservoir Unthread the left exposed reservoir bolt (3 mm). bolt (3 mm). 3 mm 3 mm Unthread the right hidden reservoir bolt (3 mm). Unthread the right hidden reservoir bolt (3 mm).
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Clean the pin and o-ring. Clean the pin and o-ring groove. Reinstall the pin and o-ring back onto the eyelet (no grease). Reinstall the pin and o-ring back onto the eyelet (no grease). Pick (non-metallic) RockShox Suspension Cleaner No grease Upgrade (optional) - Vivid Coil C1 Ultimate RC2T Reservoir...
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Ultimate RC2T Upgrade Installation: Ultimate RC2T Upgrade Installation: Thread the right side reservoir Thread the right side reservoir bolt into the eyelet until the bolt head is about 3 mm from contacting bolt into the eyelet until the bolt head is about 3 mm from contacting the damper body.
Bottom Bumper included in the correct Travel Change kit. Refer to the tables within this section, at the appropriate step, for compatibilty. Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog for available Vivid Coil C1 Travel Change kits. Damper Shaft...
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The rebound circuit must be opened for reassembly and bleed. The rebound circuit must be opened for reassembly and bleed. Confirm the rebound adjuster is in the open position. Confirm the rebound adjuster is in the open position. Insert the rebound adjuster into the rebound adjuster cam. Rotate the Insert the rebound adjuster into the rebound adjuster cam.
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Insert a pick or small hex wrench through the center of the piston Insert a pick or small hex wrench through the center of the piston bottom post. bottom post. Use two picks to lift the check piston and check shims from the bottom Use two picks to lift the check piston and check shims from the bottom post.
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Unthread and remove the piston bottom post. Unthread and remove the piston bottom post. Travel Change (optional): Travel Change (optional): If travel is changed, the original bottom post If travel is changed, the original bottom post will not be reinstalled. will not be reinstalled.
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Remove the sealhead assembly. Remove the sealhead assembly. Firmly pull the top out spring and remove it from the sealhead. Firmly pull the top out spring and remove it from the sealhead. Inspect the inner sealhead bushing for excessive wear. If the bushing Inspect the inner sealhead bushing for excessive wear.
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(not required) installed during assembly with no sag gradients can be (not required) installed during reassembly. Refer to the reassembly. Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog RockShox Spare Parts Catalog for more for more available spare parts kits.
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Remove the sealhead bleed screw. Remove the sealhead bleed screw. 2 mm Remove the nylon compression ball from the sealhead. Remove the nylon compression ball from the sealhead. Place the sealhead on a flat surface. Place the sealhead on a flat surface. Insert a bearing punch (3/32"...
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Inspect the sealhead bushing for scratches. If the bushing is scratched, Inspect the sealhead bushing for scratches. If the bushing is scratched, the sealhead must be replaced. the sealhead must be replaced. RockShox Suspension Cleaner RockShox Suspension Cleaner Sealhead Service and Travel Change...
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Apply grease to a new inner sealhead wiper and install it. Apply grease to the bushings inside the center of the sealhead. Apply grease to the bushings inside the center of the sealhead. RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Remove the outer o-ring from sealhead and discard it.
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Original and New Sealhead: Original and New Sealhead: Align the edge of the spring, and the gap Align the edge of the spring, and the gap in the spring flat and coil, with the bleed hole to allow for maximum oil in the spring flat and coil, with the bleed hole to allow for maximum oil flow.
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Push the rebound poker down into the damper shaft until it stops. This Push the rebound poker down into the damper shaft until it stops. This will open the rebound circuit and ensure the damper is properly bled will open the rebound circuit and ensure the damper is properly bled during assembly.
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Install the bottom post and tighten it to the specified torque. Install the bottom post and tighten it to the specified torque. Travel Change (optional): Travel Change (optional): If travel is changed, install the correct size If travel is changed, install the correct size bottom post.
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Install the piston nut onto the bottom post and tighten it to the Install the piston nut onto the bottom post and tighten it to the specified torque. specified torque. Remove the damper assembly from the vise and set it aside. Remove the damper assembly from the vise and set it aside.
O i l F i l l a n d I F P I n s t a l l a t i o n All Vivid Coil Models: All Vivid Coil Models: The compression damper MUST be in the open The compression damper MUST be in the open position before oil fill and assembly.
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Fill the reservoir with more oil, then continue to tap on the top of the Fill the reservoir with more oil, then continue to tap on the top of the reservoir until no more bubbles emerge from the damper body. reservoir until no more bubbles emerge from the damper body.
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With your hand still firmly on the damper body (do not remove your With your hand still firmly on the damper body (do not remove your hand from the damper body), place the IFP, greased o-ring end hand from the damper body), place the IFP, greased o-ring end outward/up, into the IFP reservoir evenly.
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With your hand still over the top of the damper body, place the With your hand still over the top of the damper body, place the RockShox IFP Height Tool onto the IFP. RockShox IFP Height Tool onto the IFP.
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With your hand still covering the damper body, apply a dab of grease With your hand still covering the damper body, apply a dab of grease on the end of the TORX T10 wrench to hold the bleed screw on the on the end of the TORX T10 wrench to hold the bleed screw on the wrench, and carefully install the IFP bleed screw into the IFP.
D a m p e r P i s t o n / S h a f t / E y e l e t I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d B l e e d The Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool consists of two threaded The Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool consists of two threaded sections, which when the outer section is rotated, expand to compress...
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Slide the bumper and travel spacer (if installed) down to the wrench. Slide the bumper and travel spacer (if installed) down to the wrench. Install the Counter Measure Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool over the Install the Counter Measure Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool over the eyelet and damper shaft and insert the tab on the compressor tool into eyelet and damper shaft and insert the tab on the compressor tool into the notch in the wrench.
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Rotate the outer Counter Measure Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool Rotate the outer Counter Measure Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool counterclockwise by hand until it stops. counterclockwise by hand until it stops. When the tool stops rotating the sealhead spring will be fully When the tool stops rotating the sealhead spring will be fully compressed against the piston.
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While holding the shim with the flat pick, slowly insert the damper While holding the shim with the flat pick, slowly insert the damper piston into the damper body. piston into the damper body. Oil will displace through the piston and shims as the piston is installed. Oil will displace through the piston and shims as the piston is installed.
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Thread the sealhead into the damper body until it stops. Thread the sealhead into the damper body until it stops. Oil will purge through the sealhead bleed hole. Oil will purge through the sealhead bleed hole. Vivid Counter Measure Wrench Vivid Counter Measure Wrench Vivid Counter Measure Wrench Vivid Counter Measure Wrench...
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IFP Height Tool 3 mm Slowly Slowly push the RockShox IFP Height Tool down into the reservoir to push the RockShox IFP Height Tool down into the reservoir to push the IFP down to the appropriate depth. push the IFP down to the appropriate depth.
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Install the bleed screw into the bleed port and thread it in until you feel it contact the nylon compression ball, then tighten the bleed screw an additional ½ turn. Remove the IFP Height Tool from the reservoir. Remove the IFP Height Tool from the reservoir. Remove the 3 mm hex wrench from the tool.
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To check the bleed quality, insert the RockShox IFP Height Tool back To check the bleed quality, insert the RockShox IFP Height Tool back into the IFP reservoir and press down on the IFP with the IFP Height into the IFP reservoir and press down on the IFP with the IFP Height Tool, applying approximately 25 lbs / 111 N of force.
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RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease Insert one end of the retaining ring into the groove. Insert one end of the retaining ring into the groove.
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Pull up on the reservoir cap to prevent it from moving. RockShox Schrader Valve Pick Tool Install the red RockShox rear shock air valve adaptor tool onto the Install the red RockShox rear shock air valve adaptor tool onto the shock pump. shock pump.
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Install a new o-ring onto the reservoir air valve cap. Install a new o-ring onto the reservoir air valve cap. Install the air valve cap into the reservoir cap. Install the air valve cap into the reservoir cap. RockShox Schrader Valve Tool Damper Piston/Shaft/Eyelet Installation and Bleed...
R e m o v e S e a l h e a d C o m p r e s s o r T o o l Rotate the outer Counter Measure Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool Rotate the outer Counter Measure Sealhead Spring Compressor Tool clockwise to release pressure from the sealhead and eyelet spring clip.
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Remove the shop towels. Remove the shop towels. Clean the shock. Clean the shock. RockShox Suspension Cleaner RockShox Suspension Cleaner Remove Sealhead Compressor Tool...
C o i l S p r i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n Insert the rebound adjuster knob into the rebound adjuster cam. Insert the rebound adjuster knob into the rebound adjuster cam. Rotate the rebound adjuster cam fully clockwise until it stops.
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Rotate the eyelet to the original position. Rotate the eyelet to the original position. Install the spring clip. Install the spring clip. Rotate the spring clip and spring so the gap in the spring clip does not Rotate the spring clip and spring so the gap in the spring clip does not overlap the sharp end of the spring coil.
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Install the rebound adjuster and rotate it to the original setting. Install the rebound adjuster and rotate it to the original setting. Coil Spring Installation...
If this works, you have completed mounting hardware and bushing service. If you are unable to install your standard eyelet mounting hardware using your fingers, use the RockShox Rear Shock 1/2" x 1/2" Bushing Tool. Deluxe is pictured. Procedures are the same for Vivid Coil.
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RockShox 1/2" x 1/2" Rear Shock Bushing Tool Hold the catcher secure with a 13 mm wrench. Hold the catcher secure with a 13 mm wrench.
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Press an end spacer, tapered side first, onto each end of the Press an end spacer, tapered side first, onto each end of the bushing pin. bushing pin. The bushing pin should be centered in the eyelet and no portion of The bushing pin should be centered in the eyelet and no portion of either end should protrude from either end spacer.
U p g r a d e ( o p t i o n a l ) - S t a n d a r d E y e l e t t o B e a r i n g M o u n t A d a p t e r I n s t a l l a t i o n The bearing mount upgrade adapter is only compatible with a bearing mounting frame.
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Clean the eyelet. Clean the eyelet. Confirm the crush rings are seated in the grooves on the adapters. Confirm the crush rings are seated in the grooves on the adapters. Insert the internal threaded bearing adaptor into the eyelet and press Insert the internal threaded bearing adaptor into the eyelet and press it in squarely.
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Clamp one side of the bearing into a vise. Vise and flat vise blocks Place the Bearing Mount Adapter socket onto the bearing. Place the Bearing Mount Adapter socket onto the bearing. RockShox Bearing Mount Adapter RockShox Bearing Mount Adapter Socket Socket...
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Tighten the bearing to the specified torque. Tighten the bearing to the specified torque. RockShox Bearing Mount Adapter Socket 10 N∙m (88 in-lb) Upgrade (optional)- Standard Eyelet to Bearing Mount Adapter Installation...
Reinstall the rear shock as instructed by your frame manufacturer. Set coil spring sag. Refer to the Set coil spring sag. Refer to the RockShox Suspension Tuning and Setup Guide RockShox Suspension Tuning and Setup Guide for setting coil spring sag procedures.
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