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BIKE SET-UP
Setting Compression Damping on the Fox 38 Grip 2 Fork
•
To set compression, start from the open (or fastest) position by turning the
black
(LSC) dial &
blue
(HSC) dial counterclockwise until they stop clicking.
•
A good starting point for most riders is to turn the
black
(LSC) dial clockwise 5 clicks & turn the
blue
(HSC) dial clockwise 2 clicks.
•
The recommended starting points may need to be adjusted based on rider weight. Lighter riders
may prefer less compression damping (fewer clicks from open).
Setting Rebound Damping on the Fox Fork 38
•
Remove the protective cover over the rebound knobs on the lower fork leg.
•
To set rebound, start from the open (or fastest) position by turning the
red
rebound dial(s) on the bottom of
the right fork leg counterclockwise until it stops clicking. On the Fox 38 Grip 2 there are two dials. One for high
speed and one for low speed.
•
Refer to the chart below for the recommended settings when setting rebound. Fox clicks are in parentheses.
LSR
HSR
RIDER
WEIGHT
FOX 38 SUGGESTED REBOUND
LSR / HSR *
HSR not availble on all builds
120-130 [lbs]
3 / Open
(12 / 10)
130-140 [lbs]
4 / Open
(11 / 10)
140-150 [lbs]
5 / 1
(10 / 9)
150-160 [lbs]
6 / 2
(9 / 8)
160-170 [lbs]
7 / 3
(8 / 7)
170-180 [lbs]
8 / 4
(7 / 6)
180-190 [lbs]
8 / 4
(7 / 6)
190-200 [lbs]
9 / 5
(6 / 5)
200-210 [lbs]
9 / 5
(6 / 5)
210-220 [lbs]
10 / 6
(5 / 4)
220-230 [lbs]
11 / 7
(4 / 3)
230-240 [lbs]
11 / 7
(4 / 3)
240-250 [lbs]
12 / 8
(3 / 2)
Clicks from OPEN
(Clicks from CLOSED)
Recommended Tire Pressure
• Tire pressure is an important factor on having the bike ride properly. If the tire pressure is too high, the tire will
not conform to ground, reducing traction. If the tire pressure is too low, the tire could pinch flat.
• It is important to have an accurate pressure gauge when setting tire pressure; preferably a digital gauge with
a 0.03 [bar] (0.5 [psi]) accuracy.
• The recommended tire pressure will vary slightly based on rider weight, riding style, and terrain.
• Some riders may find it helpful to start a ride at a slightly higher pressure than recommended and let out a little
air throughout the course of the ride until you find your ideal riding tire pressure.
RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE
FRONT
REAR
1.58 [bar] / 23 [psi]
1.93 [bar] / 28 [psi]
Setting Compression Damping on the Fox 38 Grip Fork
•
We always start with the lever in the full open position. Most riders will not need to make any
changes from this position.
•
If you do need more compression support, the lever will provide a low speed compression
adjustment until the lever is turned halfway.
•
The second half of the lever adjustment affects the high speed compression circuit. Of course, fully
closed provides a nearly locked out feel for climbing.
GRIP Compression Knob
GRIP2 Compression
Knob
Protective Cover
