Fox float x2 user manual

The 2017 float x2 rear shock from fox is their most advanced mountain bike shock to date. Couldnt find a video with the shock service so i made one. Foxs dpx2 features more clearance around the eyelet than the float x, making it compatible with more frames. A quick look at a 2017 fox float x2 with 2position lever rear shock. Check that quickrelease levers or thruaxle pinch bolts are properly adjusted and tightened. Oct 28, 2015 a little over a year ago the first images of fox s float x2 shock began to pop up, and by the time the world cup downhill season began, a number of athletes were aboard the new air sprung shock. Detailed information and videos can be found in the online owners manual.

Files voluntary recall for certain bicycle float x2 shock absorber products due to potential failure hazard. Fox help center bike manual archive manual archive all forks and shocks. Fox live valve 2019 live valve manuals for download live valve faq. The shock should not be used if any of the exterior parts appear to be damaged. Ive gone for a few rides with it now and had some questions about.

My 2017 fox float x2 came in the mail 3 months ago and to my surprise, fox improved upon it. Get the best deals on bicycle rear shocks when you shop the largest online selection at. Remember the news about the fox float x2 rear shock recall notice. It was the first time i serviced the shock so go easy on me i consider myself a competent home mechanic and it is a somewhat demanding procedure check the manual at every step but i guess that anyone who will try servicing their x2 shock will have a basic level of hand dexterity. Lidea di fox era quella di abbassare le pressioni in gioco allinterno dellammortizzatore, migliorare il tempo di risposta del sistema e di non solo ridurla, ma eliminare proprio listeresi. The float x2 is fox s bighit air damper, designed from the groundup for the endurogravity crowd. Fox dpx2 rebound knob is now much easier to adjust compared to the float x it replaces. The recommended settings in this tuning guide are designed to be a starting point, in order to get you out on your first ride in as few steps as possible. Neglect your suspension and its your wallet that will take a hit, so learn how to overhaul it. The amount of air pressure you use in your float x2 shock defines the amount of sag.

F authorized fox service centers will receive a 35% discount off the fox suggested retail price. Fox products should be installed by a qualified bicycle service technician, in accordance with fox installation. Psa fox voluntary recall of float x2 shocks all 2016. If installation is necessary, fox racing shox strongly advises having a qualified bicycle service technician install your fox product on your bicycle.

When removing the pump, the valve of the shock itself closes and seals and then as you continue to unscrew the pump hose when it releases air, that is the air in the pump that is released. Shock 2021 float dps and dpx2 shock 2021 float x2 2020 fork 2020 32mm34mm. It appears more riders than ever are looking for direct control of their suspension, so fox came up with the new x2 shocks. All and all, i have been very impressed with the 2016 fox float x2 shock. Float x2 spring and damper rebuild there are no service instructions anywhere either. Does fox not want anything on this shock to be user serviceable.

Get the best deals on rear shocks for mountain bikes when you shop the largest online selection at. Incredibly capable if the enduro looks like its sibling. Taking the oil flow architecture from the float x2 and dhx2 designs, the dpx2 is the x2 s little brother. Ssd and hsb modifications includes revalvingrebuild. Fox live valve 2019 live valve manuals for download. The float x is an excellent shock, but due to the way doddy likes to ride the x2 is potentially the better option for him. Float x2 and dhx2 ssdhsb kit avalanche downhill racing. The float x2 also received a new progressive bottomout bumper. Jun, 2017 foxs dpx2 features more clearance around the eyelet than the float x, making it compatible with more frames.

Not user serviceable like the old fox stuff or it is if you can afford all the specialist tools required but its probably just easier to get it serviced every. We take a look inside the fox float x2 and the cane creek double barrel air cs ccdb air to compare the design and construction of the internals. Fox redefines ride dynamics for atvs, mountain bikes, motocross, offroad vehicles. Fox float x2 evol 2pos adj factory metric rear shock. The float x2 is foxs bighit air damper, designed from the groundup for the endurogravity crowd.

In response to this information, fox has filed a section 15b report with the u. Aug 15, 2016 cane creek, on the other hand, has been effectively infiltrating the mainstream for years. Here are a few basics about sag and the parameters that determine the air pressure you need. Fox products should be installed by a qualified bicycle service technician, in accordance with fox.

The kona kikapu is an older fauxbar single pivot design, which has a fair amount of pedal bob. Follow the guidelines and instructions provided in this owners guide, so that you are able to properly set up, use, and maintain your new fox. Float x 3 2530% sag range total shock travel the recommended settings in this tuning guide are designed to be a starting point, in order to get you out on your first ride in as few steps as possible. Upper and lower carbon linkage shaves 210 grams off the already ultralight, carbon chassis. Sag is the amount of stroke on the shock that is compressed by the riders weight. Like the ccdba, it features a largevolume air can and a selfequalizing negative air chamber to increase smallbump sensitivity. Internal service should be performed by fox racing shox or an authorized service center. The tools come stock with aftermarket shocks and are available for purchase to use with oe shocks.

I wanted a shock with a significant amount of platform valving, to counteract pedal bob uphill. The float x2 was developed for gravity applications mainly, and as such, it is among the bigger and burlier air shocks out there. Foxs most techy air shock to date, the float x2 is clearly taking aim at cane creeks double barrel air. Fox redefines ride dynamics for atvs, mountain bikes, motocross, offroad vehicles, snowmobiles. The float x2 got some updates in 2019, including a new xv evol air sleeve capable of housing 300psi 50 psi more than the 2018 model. The sworks enduros blissfully tackles the kind of terrain that chews up and spits out lesser bikes. The x2 in the name is the stuff that came from the dhx2 and float x2 shocks, and it refers to the systems recirculating oil flow design. Float 3 evol rc2 factory series owners manual 071120 how does one release and repressurize the nitrogen gas in the new fox podium x shocks. G fox requires all authorized service centers to warranty all service performed on fox shocks for a period of 3 months. For 2017, they are offering a compression climb switch for sizes 8. Foxf fox or the company, today announced the filing of a voluntary recall for certain bicycle float x2 shock absorber. Nov 01, 2016 if youve got a 2016 or 2017 fox float x2 rear shock, fox has an important update on the recall that might affect you. Retail stores in portland, oregon and lancaster, pennsylvania. 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.

For those riders, fox has developed the fox factory tuning fft program. Fox parts catalog usa suggested retail price list special fox tools fox specific forms fox set up manuals fox rebuild manual fox window decals service center training our comprehensive fox parts catalog lists more than 300 additional parts. Nov 10, 2015 fox announced the new float x2 earlier this year. Instead i see some sort of little white plastic tit in the middle of the reservoir end cap. View and download fox racing shox float 80r owners manual online. Shock 2021 all coil shocks dhx2 and van models shock 2021 float dps and dpx2 shock 2021 float x2 2020 fork 2020 32mm34mm fork 2020 36mm fork 2020 40mm shock 2020 all coil shocks dhx2 and van models. Fox racing shox float 80r owners manual pdf download. Fox dpx2 with compression knob on the left and red rebound knob on the right. Test ammortizzatore fox float x2 mountain bike magazine. Internet connectivity, if available, enables you to access the foxhelp technical manual online, letting you view the most uptodate information. Be sure to refer to the owners manual for your bicycle.

Fox suspension products are designed and tested by the finest professionals in the industry, in santa cruz county, california, usa. The propedal knob clicks twice per setting as it turns. Jun, 2017 fox x2 stock on the trek slash 29er weighs 600 grams with hardware. Well, fox has got an update for us about the recall, which you can read in full below. Clean the outside of your shock with soap and water and wipe dry with a soft dry rag. This allows users to change the flex of the leaf spring based on how open or closed the adjuster is. Fox x2 stock on the trek slash 29er weighs 600 grams with hardware. There are two tools that are available from fox to help with adjusting compression and rebound on float x2 and dhx2 shocks. Fox float x2 and dhx2 evol and performance series shocks. The reservoir is shorter as well, which also allows for better water bottle clearance.

Thank you for choosing a fox suspension product for your bicycle. Billed as foxs highest performing air shock, and aimed at gravityoriented riders, the float x2 has externally adjustable low and high. These are all high volume air shocks offering high and low speed compression and rebound adjusters. The 2017 fox float x2 will be available late may 2016 for consumers. Yeti infinity link user guide yeti sb100 switch infinity link user guide 2021. This system creates low hysteresis, quick hydraulic response, better sensitivity and. Please contact your local dealer or fox racing shox for further inspection and repair.

Consumer products safety commission cpsc requesting the cpscs permission to conduct a voluntary recall of all model year 2016 float x2 bicycle rear shock absorbers and certain model year 2017 float x2 bicycle rear shock absorbers. Mojo suspension dont just service fox suspension they will help you get the very best out of your suspension set up on your bike. The first click occurs as you exit the current setting. Fox float x evol service parts kit 1 pair of shocks 803fox float x evol service parts kit 1 pair of shocks. The only place i can find it is on the german website fox redefining ride dynamics 2016 seal kit.

Fox dhx2 setup guide basics here are a few basics about springrate, sag and parameters that. Rebound and compression adjustments should always be at the middle setting to start tuning. Float 100r, float 100rl, float 80rl, float 80rlc, float100rlc, vanilla 100r, vanilla 100rl, vanilla 100rlc, vanilla 125r, vanilla. If youre looking to build the fastest, most capable enduro race bike, you cant do better than the model that defines the very genre.

Daniel is no stranger to making upgrades to his yeti sb5. Enter search for product or keywords and press enter to search follow us. Shock absorber rebuild manual mmooddeellmodel ffloat x evolfloat x evol loat x evol fox racing shox hangar way, watsonville, ca 95076 phone 800. The fox float rp2 was perfect in this regard the propedal switch firms up the back dramatically, making climbing much more efficient. Online instructions from fox say that when you have reached desired air pressure to not add additional air to account for the air lost when you remove the pump. Fox help center bike shock 2017 float x2 shock 2017 float x2 travel. Foxs factory fork and shock settings provide an excellent range of adjustment for many riders, but there are some riders that would like the opportunity to upgrade to a newer damper tune or even something out of the ordinary. They also told me that this compression knob can be installed to any previous 2016 float x2 but will need to be shipped back to them for this service.

My ripmo with x2 came with a 2019 x2 shock owners manual, but it. I recently got a 2018 fox float x2 and put it on my specialized enduro 29. Essentially you are running your shock as a progressive spring with partial rebound control. Fox redefines ride dynamics for atvs, mountain bikes, motocross, offroad vehicles, snowmobiles, trucks, and utvs. Tf tuned coronavirus covid19 update 11th april we are open and trading as normal trade and public customers can book in for suspension servicing in the usual way using the online bookings system with a courier collection if required. They dont have the typical schrader valve at the bottom of the reservoir.

We have a good look at the compression and rebound damping assemblies, show how the damper works as a unit, and examine the spring systems in each shock. At least as far as their gravity oriented rear shocks are concernedto start, and most notably, they shifted from a mono tube design to a twin tube design. All reccomendations are just that and may still require additional changes to suit your personal riding style andor comfort level 2. It was created to compete against the ccdb air, vivid air and the bos void rear shocks. Mojo suspension fox suspension tuning factory jackson. To achieve the best performance from your fox suspension, adjust the air. Fox dpx2 evol can delivers a more supple initial stroke and better midstroke support. Do you find yourself turning the compression adjusters most of the way out to prevent the harsh feeling and then adding extra volume spacers to prevent bottoming. Setting up fox float air fork compression and rebound damping.