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- Page 2 > Obtain an RA (Return Authorization) number and shipping address from FOX Racing Shox at 800.FOX.SHOX. Outside the USA, contact the appropriate International Service Center. > Mark the RA number and Return Address clearly on the outside of the package and send to FOX Racing Shox or your International Service Center with shipping charges pre-paid by the sender.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INSTALLING FOX 32MM FORX........ -
Page 4: Congratulations
CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for choosing FOX 32MM FORX for your bicycle. In doing so, you have chosen the finest suspension fork in the world. FOX Racing Shox products are designed, tested and manufactured by the finest professionals in the industry in Santa Cruz County, California, USA. -
Page 5: Installing Fox 32Mm Forx
1. Remove existing fork from the bicycle. Remove the crown race from the fork. Measure the steerer tube length of the existing fork. Transfer this measurement to the FOX 32MM FORX steerer. Refer to stem manufacturer’s instructions to be sure there will be enough clamping surface for the stem. -
Page 6: Tire Sizes
Disc Disc brakes with 160 – 203 mm rotors can be used on FOX 32MM FORX. Do not use rotors larger than 203 mm. Install disc brakes and torque all fasteners according to manufacturer’s specifications. Install, route and check that all cables or hydraulic hoses are securely fastened to the lower leg and will not move during compression of the fork. -
Page 7: Locking Out The Fork (Rlt, Rlc & Rl Models Only)
Too slow and your If you increase your spring SLOWER (CW) fork will pack rate or air pressure, you will Slow Rebound down and ride need to slow down your harsh. rebound Average Rebound (Factory setting) FASTER (CCW) Too fast and you If you decrease your spring Right-side knob will experience... -
Page 8: Adjusting Blowoff Threshold (Rlt & Rlc Models Only)
There are 12 clicks of adjustment. As a starting point, turn the knob all the way clockwise until it stops, then back off one click counterclockwise. X DAMPER EXPLAINED... Easier Harder (CCW) The X dampers feature a lockout that is controlled by an inertia valve and will remain locked out until there is bump input ( CW ) from the trail. -
Page 9: Talas
TALAS travel 5.1 inches / 130mm TALAS: Adjustable between 130 – 90 mm features > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure > Rebound > Rebound > Rebound > Low speed compression > Lockout > Lockout >... -
Page 10: Air Spring Tuning & Setting Sag
To remove to expose the Schrader valve. 2. Attach a FOX Racing Shox High Pressure Pump to the Schrader valve (see USING THE FOX HIGH PRESSURE AIR PUMP on page 8). 3. Set your TALAS lever fully clockwise to the 130mm travel setting (9 o’clock position) and cycle the fork a few times so the fork is fully extended. -
Page 11: Changing Travel
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA CHANGING TRAVEL The TALAS features externally adjustable travel, from 5.1” (130mm) to 3.5” (90mm), which is easily adjusted using the TALAS knob on top of the left fork leg. For safety reasons, it is recommended that travel adjustment be done while off the bike. If necessary, travel can be adjusted on-the-fly (be careful when using this "extreme"... -
Page 12: Float
FLOAT X TRAILTUNE travel 5.1 inches / 130mm features > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure > Trail Tune > Rebound > Rebound > Rebound > Rebound > Low speed compression > Lockout > Integrated disc brake >... -
Page 13: Setting Sag
1. Unscrew the center blue aircap (see diagram on left) on top of the left fork leg to expose the Schrader valve. 2. Attach a FOX Racing Shox High Pressure Pump to the Schrader valve (see USING THE FOX HIGH PRESSURE AIR PUMP on page 8). -
Page 14: Changing Travel
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA CHANGING TRAVEL Travel on your FLOAT fork can be changed by rearranging the internal travel spacers. After changing travel check the fork for proper operation before riding. If there is noticeable play in the fork or if it makes strange noises, disassemble the fork and check for complete number and correct orientation of spacers. -
Page 15: Maintaining Your Fork
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA 8. Turn the fork right side up. Pour 5cc of FOX FLOAT Fluid on top of the air piston. 9. Lubricate the o-ring on the air topcap with FOX FLOAT Fluid. Re-install the topcap and torque to 165 in-lbs. 10. -
Page 16: F Series/Fx
F SERIES/FX F SERIES F100RLT F100RL F100R F100X F80RLT F80RL F80R F80X travel 3.9 inches / 100mm (F100) 3.1 inches / 80mm (F80) features > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure > Air spring pressure >... -
Page 17: Setting Sag
1. Unscrew the blue aircap (see diagram on left) on top of the left fork leg to expose the Schrader valve. 2. Attach a FOX Racing Shox High Pressure Pump to the Schrader valve (see USING THE FOX HIGH PRESSURE AIR PUMP on page 8). -
Page 18: Changing Travel
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA CHANGING TRAVEL Travel on your F-Series fork can be changed by rearranging the internal travel spacers. After changing travel check the fork for proper operation before riding. If there is noticeable play in the fork or if it makes strange noises, disassemble the fork and check for complete number and correct orientation of spacers. -
Page 19: Maintaining Your Fork
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA 7. Push the air shaft assembly up until the shaft comes through the bottom hole. Install the crush washer and bottom nut. Torque to 50 in-lbs. 8. Turn the fork right side up. Pour 5cc of FOX FLOAT Fluid on top of the air piston. 9. -
Page 20: Vanilla
VANILLA travel 5.1 inches / 130mm features > Coil spring preload > Coil spring preload > Coil spring preload > Rebound > Rebound > Rebound > Low speed compression > Lockout > Integrated disc brake guide > Lockout > Integrated disc brake guide >... -
Page 21: Setting Sag
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA SETTING SAG To get the best performance from your VANILLA fork, it is necessary to set and adjust sag. Generally, sag should be set to 15 – 25% of total fork travel. 1. Install a zip tie with light friction on the upper tube and push it down until it contacts the fork seal. Carefully sit on the Less sag (CW) bike and assume a normal riding position. -
Page 22: Changing The Coil Spring
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA SAG TROUBLESHOOTING SAG SETUP Symptom Remedy Travel XC/Race FIRM Freeride PLUSH Too much sag Change to higher rate coil 100mm (4") 15mm (9/16") 25mm (1") spring 130mm (5") 20mm (13/16") 33mm (1 5/16") Too little sag Change to lower rate coil spring Excessive... -
Page 23: Changing Travel
TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA CHANGING TRAVEL Travel on VANILLA 130 Forx can be decreased to 100 mm and VANILLA 100 Forx can be increased to 130 mm by rearranging the travel spacers (VANILLA 100 Forx will ship with the necessary spacer separately). After changing travel, check the fork for proper operation before riding. If there is free movement in the fork or if it makes strange noises, disassemble the fork and check for complete number and correct orientation of spacers. - Page 24 TALAS FLOAT F SERIES VANILLA Chrome balls Set Screw visible in 3 holes Lockout Lever Chrome Ball THE THREE CHROME BALLS ARE HELD IN BY A DAB OF GREASE. DO NOT GO BEYOND ONE TURN ON THE SET SCREWS OR THE CHROME BALLS MAY MOVE OUTWARD IN THE SIDE HOLES BEYOND THE POINTED SET SCREWS.
- Page 25 If the fork still exhibits noticeable play or strange noises, contact an Authorized Service Center or FOX Racing Shox for repair information. Contact information is located on the inside front cover of this owner’s manual.
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Page 26: Tuning Notes
TUNING NOTES: 2006 FOX FORX OWNER’S MANUAL | P/N: 605-00-044... - Page 27 P/N: 605-00-044 | 2006 FOX FORX OWNER’S MANUAL...