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Assembly – Fastener Torque Main Pivot Axle Adjust pre-load on angular contact bearings (8mm hex) Then tighten pinch bolt to 5 Nm (45 in-lb) (5mm hex) Rocker Pivot Axle Adjust pre-load on angular contact bearings (5mm hex) Then tighten pinch bolt to 5 Nm (45 in-lb) (5mm hex) Seatstay/Rocker Bolts: 5 Nm (45in-lb) (5mm hex) Seatstay/Axle Block Bolts: 5 Nm (45in-lb) (5mm hex)
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Assembly – Fastener Torque Rear Axle Pinch bolt holds axle nut insert and derailleur hanger, to remove rear wheel, only loosen axle head Derailleur Hanger The pinch bolt clamps the nut insert and attaches the derailleur hanger Tighten pinch bolt to 5 Nm (45 in-lb) (5mm hex)
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Install Both Shock Bolts Before Tightening, Torque Spec: xxx Nm Are Coil Springs Recommended? The Megatrail’s leverage curve is optimized for air springs, however, if your riding style and preferences end up using Gravity Mode most/all of the time, a coil sprung shock can be used Recommended Fork Sizes: 27.5”...
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Bottom out resistance can be tuned with air volume spacers independent of sag, if desired Are Coil Springs Recommended? The Megatrail’s leverage curve is optimized for air springs. If you prefer a more coil-like feel in a bike, we recommend the DB Air CS or Monarch Plus Debonair on the Megatrail.
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Trail Mode & Gravity Mode Trail Mode All mountain geometry with more mid stroke support that provides a very efficient pedaling platform with a slightly taller BB setting. This mode is ideal for sustained climbing, technical climbing, and all-around descending. Gravity Mode™...
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Super Trail & Super Gravity Super Trail The geometry and travel of Trail Mode with an extra stiff mid-stroke and a lot of progression. This mode would be best for long, smooth climbs or pedal sections. Super Gravity The geometry and travel of Gravity Mode™...
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Maintenance Every Ride Checklist Check for loose bolts. This does not mean to over-tighten the bolts every ride. Check to see if any bolts have loosened, and if so, then retighten them to the torque specs provided in this manual. Check the brakes for proper operation Check tire pressure Clean and lube the chain and drivetrain...
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Use a mild soap and water. Small Parts 12x142 Rear axle, derailleur hanger, nut insert and hanger bolt are all standard Syntace parts, available from Guerrilla Gravity or most bike shops Bearing Part Numbers 6901 SM MAX 7901...
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Bearings Replacement The main pivot and rocker pivot have single row angular contact bearings (7901 upper, 7903 lower), and the orientation is critical. When replacing, the black rubber seal must face outwards as shown below. The blue seals all face inwards. With all bearing replacement, apply a thin layer of grease to the outer bearing race or bearing bore in the frame before install.
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Warranty 1. One-year frame warranty 1. For one year, we will repair or replace frame component failures that are the result of defective materials or workmanship 2. This is assumed that the failure is the result under normal riding conditions 3.
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Oops. Let us know if this is the case for you. Serial number – Each Guerrilla Gravity bike has a serial number on the bottom of the bottom bracket. This number denotes the model, date of fabrication, and manufacturing location. Make a note of this number in your records in...
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