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JEKYLL FEATURES
The Jekyll pairs one of two lightweight aluminum swingarms with an
all-new welded aluminum front triangle. A threaded, pivoting collar is
used as the attachment point for the rear shock. By threading the shock
absorber fore or aft within the collar, a rider can quickly change the
bike’s geometry and handling characteristics. Positioning the shock
absorber farther forward, for example, lowers the bottom bracket height
and slackens the head and seat tube angles, making the bike perfect
for high speed descending. Threading the shock farther back raises the
bottom bracket and steepens the angles for quicker handling and more
cross-country oriented riding. The shock is also fully adjustable to
positions between the fully forward and fully aft limits, offering an
incredible range of adjustability and ride tuning. The rear wheel
travel on the Jekyll is a full 120mm, regardless of where the shock
is positioned in the collar. Some Jekyll models use Fox rear shocks
equipped with compression adjusters which can be used to stiffen
the rear suspension for a more race-oriented ride.
COMPONENT COMPATIBILITY AND PRECAUTIONS FOR ALL JEKYLL
MODELS
PIVOTING SHOCK MOUNT COLLAR
The Jekyll uses a pivoting collar above the bottom bracket to secure the
rear shock to the frame’s front triangle. The two bolts which secure the
collar to the frame should be kept tight to 150 In-Lbs (17 Nm). If these
bolts are removed, you should apply one drop of Loctite 242 (blue) to
the bolt threads inside the collar before reinstalling and tightening the
attaching bolts. Make sure not to get any Loctite through the collar onto
the shock adjustment threads, nor any on the frame’s pivot bushings.
The frame bushings on which the collar bolts pivot should never be
greased or oiled. They are Teflon
®
coated and need no lubrication.
Additionally, some lubricants may deteriorate or destroy the coating.
Should your pivot bushings be damaged or wear out, they can
be replaced by your local Authorized Cannondale Retailer.
