Fox racing shox recommends that you at least read the first six pages of foxhelp. Have a look at the manual for your specific rp23 or download it from the fox website. View and download fox racing shox 32mm forx owners manual online. Jun 26, 20 fox float rp2 small oil leak posted in general discussion. Set up email on your blackberry bold 9000 the human manual fox rp23 2009 strange. Competitive cyclist guide to fox rp23 shock set up youtube. The proper rebound setting is a personal preference, and changes with rider weight, riding style and conditions. Rebound and compression adjustments should always be at the middle setting to start tuning. Settingup the fox rp23 rear shock posted on july 2, 2011. Fox racing shox 2008 owners manual rev b page 12 please read this manual before setting up, using, maintaining, and servicing your fox racing shox product. I was very happy with the fox, after the push treatment, but the monarch is the better shock for me.
This video guides you through the basic process of measuring important aspects of your rear shock including. All reccomendations are just that and may still require additional changes to suit your personal riding style andor comfort level 2. Before riding take time to read this manual on setup, use and service of the shock. Back in november i built up my first fs 29er mountain bike and when it came time to select suspension components, i knew i wanted a fairly aggressive xcstyle fork to complement the rp23 shock i specd.
It ended up getting replaced by a much better shock, but this left me with a spare hanging around i figured this was time to figure out whats happening in this shock, so i cracked it open. I swapped out the septune on my stumpy to a rp23 and it has been a great shock. Save fox float rp2 rear shock to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Settingup the fox rp23 rear shock competitive cyclist. Fox explains the grip2 damper fox grip2 has added new features and made adjustments to bring you consistent damping and increased durability, 4way adjustability, and a dramatic reduction in friction. It is a fairly simple service that can greatly improve the performance of an old fox shock and bring it back to life. Fox float rp23 boostvalve bike rear shock propedal 7. If your measured sag value doesnt match the table value, add or release air pressure in 5 psi increments. Im in the proccess of selling my rp23 shock on ebay etc.
Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing mtbr. This kit includes everything you will need for the service. The rebound dial isnt as sensitive yet as it was on the pushed fox but the compression setting is great and the shock uses far less pressure than the fox did. Fox float air can seal kit air can service kits tf tuned. The side of the lever with the inscription closed must be facing outwards from the wheel, and the axle lever must be positioned between one 1 and twenty 20 mm. These fox shox air sleeve kits are for use with and are compatible with all the fox float air sprung rear shocks rp23, rp3, rp2, r, rl, ctd, etc. If necessary, measure and set sag again and repeat this adjustment. A lot of thought has gone into foxs 2010 fork line up, and its showing through on the final product. Competitive cyclist shows how to set up the fox rp23 rear shock.
Forks same as the standard fox airs except you can t change the spring rate by adding more float fluid on top the piston, in. Fox doesnt post a pressureweight chart because different bikes use. When propedal is turned off, as the shock compresses when. Not only is the new 32 talas fork amazing, but the all new float rp23 with boostvalve is a piece of work as well.
Pour 5cc of fox float fluid on top of the air piston. The leak was from behind where the red circular rebound adjuster and propedal switch is, between there and where it attaches to the shock housing itself. Mine was not just dripping or pooling up a little, it spewed all the damper fluid out and onto my frame. Fox float r rp2 rp23 rp3 triad improved damper servicerebuil d oil. Get the best deals on fox bicycle rear shocks when you shop the largest online selection at. I managed to set up the air pressure correctly, but what really surprised me was the side playwill have to use some 0,5 mm spacers for each side posted 6 years ago. Lubricate the oring on the air topcap with fox float fluid. The triad is junk, dont upgrade from a rp23 to a triad.
Included in the kit are a variety of seals and stancion bushings to fit different models of shocks, as well as a pillow pack of float fluid for use inside the shock for lubrication and damping. Jun 17, 2009 how to rebuild fox float rear shock, part 2 of 2. Fox float rp2 small oil leak general discussion gorc. Rebound controls the rate at which your shock returns after it has been compressed. I have a float r on my jamis parker with 2 inches of travel. Used fox racing shox rp23 boost valve rear shock 7. Im getting a lot of peeps asking me what the measurements are. To be honest, i started off using propedal3 when climbing and have slowly ratcheted it down to pp1. During the first stuck down occurance i decided to get a rp23, blows the float out of the water in every way. This video shows us how to service your fox float use the right oil volumes for your fox fork.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Sure, dts carbon can is lighter, but if you want a smooth, predictable shock thatll work with. Near mint fox float rp23 boostvalve shock includes one set of 25mm spacers length. Eyetoeye length, travel, eyelet hardware width, and. When climbing technical obstacles, it simply works like butter for me. I know that i need to measure the shock eyeeye and the stroke is the. The kona kikapu is an older fauxbar single pivot design, which has a fair amount of pedal bob. Cautions and warnings cautions and warnings will be highlighted in red text, as shown below.
My bike frame is giant trance x 2012, came with fox rp23 boost valve version. The fox float rp2 was perfect in this regard the propedal switch firms up. When i got back from my ride yesterday, i noticed oil leaking from my fox float rp2 rear shock. Better to send it to fox or push when you get the stuck down problem, i heard they have permanent fixes.
Your bike is equipped with fox racing shox suspension. I prodotti fox sono progettati, testati e realizzati a santa cruz county, california usa, dalla migliore azienda del settore. Heres a quick overview of how to set up your fox rp23 rear shock for best performance. I recently had my rp23 fail in a bad way at that same spot. I wanted a shock with a significant amount of platform valving, to counteract pedal bob uphill. Competitive cyclist shows how to set up the fox rp23 rear. Oct 04, 2008 competitive cyclists guide for rp23 shock set up. Fox racing shox 32mm forx owners manual pdf download. Fox site and owners manual says shock can go to but not exceed 300psi. That i would say is the biggest weakness of the float, once you ride something like the rp23, whats the point of using a float. Fox float ctd evolution rider weight air pressure shock sag 100lbs 45. Jun 17, 2009 fox float rp23 owners in mechanics lounge.
Bike forums main sections bicycle repairs and mechanics fox rp23 maintenance. When propedal is turned off, as the shock compresses when cycling slowly, the shock produces a. F seriesfx f seriesfx f series f100rlt f100rl f100r f100x f80rlt f80rl f80r f80x travel 3. Correct set up for your rp23 shock is essential to get the best ride out of your new frame. I had the fox rp23 with high volume can and push treatment and ride a monarch 4. Get manuals for custom oe products complete pdf booklet 1. Avete scelto il migliore prodotto per sospensioni del mondo. Internal service should be performed by fox racing shox or. Find out the best prices, detailed photos and compare to s of other products.
Improperly installed or adjusted brakes can cause loss of control and serious or fatal injuries to the rider. Fox racing shox float air seal kit black, for all float series. Do not use a high pressure washer to clean your shock. Hey all, after reading up on the fox rp23 manual i now understand the pro pedal lever on and off and the pro pedal settings light, medium and firm but my shock only has a positive clicking.
Fox float rp23 s boost valve rear shock specialized stumpjumper evo fsr. Fox float rp2 pressure i was riding the other day and rear shock felt kinda weak, so i checked the sag when i got home. Fox doesnt post a pressureweight chart because different bikes use different leverage ratios along with several. Fox shox manual shocks and forks 2009 by vita jte issuu. I tried two6labs, but he said they only service air sleeve issues on fox rear shocks and suggested i send it directly to fox for service for the problem im having. Fox float rebuild kit for all fox float shocks from 2000 until current model shocks. Chris kingmavic 819 with salsa titanium skewers seatpost. Fox float rp23 boostvalve bicycle rear shock shox propedal 7. The rp23 is a highly tuneable unit with toplevel performance and a reputation for reliability.
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