How do you adjust rear suspension?

How do you adjust rear suspension?

Setting your rear shock sag

1. Bounce firmly up and down to charge the negative spring and free up the travel.
2. Assume your normal seated position and after allowing the bike to settle for at least 5 seconds have your assistant push the rubber O-ring on the shock stanchion up (or down) to the rubber wiper seal.

What PSI should my rear shock be?

Start by setting the shock air pressure (psi) to match your weight in pounds. With the air pump attached to the shock valve, slowly cycle your shock through 25% of its travel 10 times as you reach your desired pressure. Do not exceed 300 psi, the maximum FLOAT air pressure!

How do you maintain rear suspension?

Keeping oil in and dirt out Turn your bike upside down and allow 20 minutes for the oil to run down into the seals. Clean your forks with water; a hose is best, but if you use a jet wash then turn the bike upside down first so, as not to force water inside the fork seals.

Why does my rear suspension squeak?

Bushings are the most common joints in your suspension system and also the most likely to case a squeaky suspension. Bushings can squeak if the rubber becomes torn or even dried out or if the suspension component starts to rotate inside the metal sleeve inside the bushing due to incorrect torque or a broken bushing.

How much sag do you get from rear suspension?

For the rear shock – 20% – 30% sag is recommended. For the most part, this can be used across the board for trail bikes and downhill bikes. Again, keep in mind you may want more or less sag depending on your bike, weight, and riding preferences. For the front fork- 10% sag is recommended.

How much air should I put in my shocks?

The proper pressure of an air shock should be between 35 and 75 PSI. If it is any lower than this, the shocks will need to be filled with air.

How do you lubricate rear shocks?

WET SEAL: A clean, dry Micro-Fiber rag works best. If you’re having trouble getting heavy grease off the seal or stanchions, we recommend using a little bit of water on the micro-fiber rag. DO NOT USE SOAP. Soap will break down the good oils and grease inside your fork which can result in needing an entire rebuild.

When should rear shocks be rebuilt?

Forks and air sprung rear shocks typically require a basic service (similar to an oil change on your car) every 30-50 hours of riding. Then typically in the 100-150 hour area, any fork or shock should get a complete tear down (similar to a complete engine rebuild on your car).

Is squeaking suspension bad?

A squeaking sound could indicate a serious problem with your suspension. Squeaking or creaking noises from your suspension can be annoying but they could also be a sign that there’s a problem developing with your car.

What should my suspension settings be on my new bike?

Going through this process is necessary to make sure your new bike performs as it was designed. Follow these simple steps to optimize your suspension performance. Please note that our settings are a suggested starting point, not rigid values that will work for every rider.

How do you set up suspension on a Trek mountain bike?

Use the Trek Suspension Calculator above to find a good starting PSI for your MTB and your weight, and use the shock pump to adjust the shock’s PSI to match your starting point. 4. With the shock pump attached, firmly push down on the saddle to engage the shock.

Where to place shock bracket on rear suspension?

If one of the shock holes will work then tack weld a lower bracket onto the axle tube in the desired location. The bracket positions are not critical as long as both sides are even. Naturally it is best to make sure everything is square with the chassis so do the best you can and it will probably be good enough.

How big of a spring do I need for rear suspension?

Unless the car is over 3500lbs you should not need a spring over 130# so if you have a car that is 3100lbs and your rear springs are more than 110# then you should look at trying softer ones if you haven’t.