Introduction
Welcome to the owner's guide for your new FOX 32 Step-Cast suspension fork. This guide provides essential information for the proper setup, use, and maintenance of your FOX product. For additional resources, including videos and online manuals, please visit ridefox.com/OwnersManuals or contact FOX customer support.
Safety Information
WARNING: Improper installation or modification of FOX suspension products can lead to product failure, resulting in severe injury or death. Always follow the installation specifications and safety warnings provided in this manual. Consult a professional bicycle service technician for installation if you are unsure.
Key Safety Points:
- Ensure proper installation by a qualified technician.
- Never modify or alter any part of the FOX product.
- Adhere to weight and speed limitations for electric bicycles.
- Avoid contact between cables and the steerer tube.
- Never cut threads into threadless steerers.
- Do not exceed the recommended number of steerer stem spacers.
- Always use genuine FOX replacement parts for service.
- Regularly check and clean fork components, especially around the axle.
- Never use a power washer to clean your FOX product.
- If you suspect any damage, stop riding and contact FOX for inspection and repair.
Installation and Adjustment
This guide details the installation process for the FOX 32 Step-Cast fork, including steerer tube preparation, headset installation, brake mounting, and quick release or Kabolt axle installation. It also covers crucial adjustments such as tire clearance testing, air spring volume spacer adjustments, remote lever installation, and sag setting to optimize your riding experience.
Refer to the specific sections within this guide for detailed instructions on:
- Fork Installation: Step-by-step instructions for mounting the fork.
- 15mm Quick Release Installation: Proper procedure for securing the front wheel.
- Kabolt Installation: Instructions for installing the Kabolt thru-axle.
- Tire Clearance Test: Ensuring adequate clearance for tires and fenders.
- Air Spring Volume Spacers: Adjusting bottom-out resistance.
- Remote Installation: Setting up the remote lockout lever.
- Sag Setting: Achieving optimal suspension performance based on rider weight.
- Compression Adjustment: Fine-tuning the GRIP and GRIP SL damping.
- Rebound Adjustment: Controlling the fork's extension speed.
Resources
For further assistance and detailed information, please visit the official FOX website at ridefox.com.