Fox redefines ride dynamics for atvs, mountain bikes, motocross, offroad vehicles, snowmobiles, trucks, and utvs. Foxs 2012 rp23 with adaptive logic boost valve is a significant upgrade over the previous model. Fox racing shox 36 k float fit rc2 factory series 27. Brandon turman likes to pop off the little bonus lines on the sides of the trail, get aggressive when hes in tune with a bike, and to really mash on the pedals and open it up when pointed downhill. Internal service should be performed by fox racing shox or an authorized service center. This shock was taken off of a yeti and has yeti etched into the top of the shock. Fox rebuild seal kit for float line air sleeve to keep your fox air shock in the best condition you need regular maintained.
Fox float ctd boost valve trail adjust shock bikeradar. One had a fox float rp23 and the other a fox float r. Fox float rp23 adaptive logic kashima shock longter. My fox rp23 float shock just about died after 11 months of use the other day. Fox racing is known for competition winning performance and the 2015 float ctd shock certainly delivers. However if you do take the time to research fox float rp23 shocks operating manuals you will notice that they simply instruct you to turn the knob clockwise. Fox boost valve technology with 3 levels of propedal. Still trying to find the correct psi for me and was wondering how others have set it up. Fox float rp23 up for sale is a fox float rp23 rear shock. Unique to fox, the kashima coating reduces stiction, the initial. Competitive cyclist shows how to set up the fox rp23 rear shock. Fox racing shox float air seal kit one color, for all float series.
While bog standard hard anodizing is very durable, creating a ceramic layer on top of the base aluminum, that layer is porous and can actually be rough pretty rough. On the fly easy 3 mode adjustability plus propedal. Bicycle rear shocks 165 mm eye to eye measurement for sale. The e tube project application download can be found here. The fox rp23 has pretty much become the benchmark shock for allmountain riding and thanks to leaps forward in technology is only looking to get better.
Shock was recently taken off my yeti sb66a and rebuilt by me using a genuine fox shox air sleeve service kit. The latest version of the kashimabathed fox rp23 features adaptive logic technology, which allows you to finetune your ride like never. Find the perfect deal for bicycle rear air shock with free shipping for many items at ebay. Fox float 32 factory fork mountain biking australia magazine. Fox drcv float ctd trek mountain bike trunnion rear shock 8. 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.
One thing is for sure, the float worked very well as a straightout suspension fork. There are some small but very useful details that fox has added this year. Competitive cyclist shows how to set up the fox rp23 rear. May 30, 2012 the fox rp23 has pretty much become the benchmark shock for allmountain riding and thanks to leaps forward in technology is only looking to get better. With the kashima coating, fox has created an impressively supple shock that just gets better as it beds in. Similar to our float rear shocks, the new float system features positive and negative air springs that automatic. The new float air spring system developed for 32, 34 and 40 is lighter and reduces the force to initiate travel, providing excellent sensitivity and small bump compliance for all riders and pressure settings. Normal 0 false false false enus ja xnone used fox float kashima ctd trail adjust rear shock 7. Not only did fox coat the air piston in kashima, but they coated the air sleeve with it as well.
Fox forks gone in four months warranty refused submitted. To compliment the 32 fork family, the inline float dps shocks provide the perfect choice for your xc and trail bike. Testing propedal function of 2012 fox float rp23 on vimeo. When fox switched the rp23s low speed compression damping with its three. Foxs new ctd damping setup raised some eyebrows when it was announced, but. Fox s new float dps shock is another step back in the right direction. World championships, as fox supported rider jared graves rode his fox 831 fork to victory, and a set of rainbow stripes.
This race proven shock has found itself with two back to back championship seasons under its belt with the help of aaron gwin and richie rude. Add air pressure until desired pressure is shown on the gauge. He loves little transfers, rollers, and the occasional gap that gives him that momentary. The 32 float 100 fit terralogic is part of fox s factory series which means youre getting the best of the best, including kashima coated fork stanchions. Heres a quick overview of how to set up your fox rp23 rear shock for best performance. Please order either a standard steel spring or the new super light steel sls orange spring separately. Kashima lowfriction coating on shock body and internal shaft. This rock solid shock is designed to provide a supple stroke with increased control and performance. Fox float rl this is the shock all others are judged by. Its a far more userfriendly design than the previous rp23 shock and makes. Clean the outside of your shock with only mild soap and water, and wipe dry with a soft dry rag. Cyclinic is a dedicated mountain bike suspension centre, located in kelvin grove, brisbane. Its got all the checkboxes marked off, thats for sure, but lets see how it rides. Refer to the air spring setting guidelines table below for the proper sag setting.
The shock is in very good condition and rides extremely well. Foxs supple factory float ctd boost valve rear shock. Fox float ctd evolution rear shock fox float dps factory shock 2016. We presented the complete variant of this book in djvu, epub, txt, doc, pdf formats. Jul 06, 20 further aiding in smallbump activity is foxs exclusive use of kashima coat. I am looking at buying a new fox fork either a van 180 or a float 180 and have found some great deals on non kashima coated forks. 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. I assume that it is an oringseal leaking behind the rebound adjust.
Fox live valve 2019 live valve manuals for download live valve faq live valve setup and calibration live valve system installation general. Factory series shock without boost valve is especially nasty trick it has kashima coating and it looks like the top of the line model. The latest version of the kashima bathed fox rp23 features adaptive logic technology, which allows you to finetune your ride like never before. Question 4 if its time to replace, would this fox rp23 7.
This coating not only looks great but is also a much harder and slippery surface that reduces stiction for a freer action to your fork and shock, providing a much smoother ride. At the factory level, float rear shocks get the slick and sexy gold coating inside and out. Just by chance ive just found a pair of 2012 rlcs with the kashima coating for less than. Fox racing shox float air seal kit one color, for all float. Float rp2 rear shock fox float rp2 rear shock fox dhx 3 7 875x2 air shock 6 5 rear shock boost valve manitou swinger. Jun 26, 20 fox float rp2 small oil leak posted in general discussion. Removal of boost valve and replaced with our speed sensitive shim stackssd and converts ctdpropedal lever to hsb compression adjustment system. His perfect trail has a good mix of flow, tech, and ballstothewall speed. Internal service should be performed by fox racing shox or an authorized. Correct set up for your rp23 shock is essential to get the best ride out of your new frame. Is kashima worth the extra over the regular fox anodising. The 2017 float x2 rear shock from fox is their most advanced mountain bike shock to date. They do not mention if you are supposed to keep on turning the selector always on that direction or if you can operate it backwards. Check that quickrelease levers or thruaxle pinch bolts are properly adjusted and tightened.
The factory series rp23 that you see here has all of the latest goodies that fox has to offer slick kashima coat, boost valve compression damping and the. Set it to descent or trail and the float was supple and sensitive to smaller bumps whilst offering good damping support when things got rugged. I am looking at buying a new fox fork either a van 180 or a float 180 and have found some great deals on nonkashima coated forks. The fox float factory ctd with trail adjust kashima. Fox racing shox users manuals for fork and for rear shock sram roam wheelset owners manual. I use firm propedal position at road and mountain trail. It was said to have low miles and fully functioning. Fox float rp23 manual pdf all pdf 25 of 34 fox float ctd kashima front forks fox acer aspire one series service and maintenance manual. The nearest i can find is via the fox website 2015 model forks 32 float 29. Chads offroad setups provide kashima coatings for dirt bike forks and shocks. Fox float rp23 rear shock high volume propedal size 7. Dec 09, 2011 do they improve ride quality or just fill out checkboxes on a spec sheet. Fox rp23 shock 2012 introduced by chris porter of mojo youtube. Kashima coat, 3position propedal adaptive logic tuning range adjust.
Climb, trail and descend settings simplify your shock. If this not keep up you could risk damaging your expensive anodised parts. Unfollow fox float rp2 rear shock to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Fox makes a big deal about kashima and with good reason this hard anodized finish actually fills in the microscopic pores in metallic surfaces, resulting in a criscosmooth finish you. Float mounted metallic print with resin coating youtube. No bidders with less than 5 feedbacks without emailing first please. Rear shock setup and configuration varies greatly between. Fork general information and installation guide 2017 remote installation fit4, grip, dps, float x determine which transfer seatpost will fit your bike. It will fit other bikes with the same length and stroke. The volume reducer shims were no use for me, i needed higher boostvalve pressure to get rid of the damper rushing through its travel with correct sag settings for.
The shock should not be used if any of the exterior parts appear to be damaged. Was ist schwerer, was leichter hier erfahrst du es. Further aiding in smallbump activity is fox s exclusive use of kashima coat. Fox redefines ride dynamics for atvs, mountain bikes, motocross, offroad vehicles, snowmobiles. Boostvalve only shocks ssd modification and hsb adjustment system. Kashima coat, remotely actuated propedal, boost valve, air spring pressure. You may opt to grind down the socket as shown below, to improve its meshing with the wrench flats of the topcap. If you can find your bikes manual online you should be able to get the. The added negative volume of the evol air can helps suspension designs that arent notoriously supple off the top, and the dps design is a nice improvement over the previous ctd damping system. Please contact your local dealer or fox racing shox for further inspection and repair.
Float rp2 rear shock fox float rp2 rear shock fox dhx 3 7 875x2 air shock 6 5 rear shock boost valve manitou swinger shock boostvalve fox dhx 5 0 rear rear shock 9 volume rear shock fox dhx rc4 shock 7 875 x 2 25 shock 7 875x2 rear shock 7. In this video, i want to show you the difference between open position and firm propedal position. Originally for a ellsworth evolve or epiphany, installed and gently used. When i got back from my ride yesterday, i noticed oil leaking from my fox float rp2 rear shock. Competitive cyclist guide to fox rp23 shock set up youtube. Most text courtesy fox racing shox the jet 9 rdo comes with a customvalved fox float rp23 with kashima coating ka shima co ating m kes u pension farmore responsive to small hits, reducing fatigue and increasing rider. Im mainly riding fire tracks on a giant trance x1 fitted with a rear fox rp2 shock and im thinking upgrading this rear shock with a fox rp23. Factory series models feature genuine kashima coat.
May 08, 2015 firming up the low speed damping in the trail mode would be a simple task for a fox service centre. Up for sale is a like new 2014 fox float rp23 kashima ctd from santa cruz 5010 with less than 200 miles. You can reading 2015 fox float rl rear shock manual online or load. Fox factory float ctd boostvalve kashima coat rear shock. Sls and standard steel rear shock spring information video fork and shock sag setup 101 yeti infinity link user guide yeti sb100 switch infinity.
Its with that focus that i began testing the new 2012 fox 32 float 29 100mm fit rlc fork with kashima coat. With the kashima coating, fox has created an impressively supple. Kashima coat butterysmooth, genuine kashima coat is available only from fox racing shox. Its distinctive gold color is backed by its high performance at.
Feb 07, 20 get the best epoxy resin at float mounted metallic print with resin coating this is my phot. Fox float rear shock air sleeve kit fox racing shox suspension is some of the best in the world but any suspension system only works as well as its seals are holding up old seals diminish performance and can introduce dirt and grit into your suspension internals that can cause damage and premature wear. How i compare the fox float dpx2 to the dps and x2 duration. Have a look at the manual for your specific rp23 or download it from the fox website. Screw the fox racing shox high pressure pump onto the air valve until the pump shows pressure on the gauge. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing. Operating since 2004, with a focus on retail suspension sales and service since 2014, cyclinic is the goto for suspension sales and service in australia and new zealand.