TFTunedShox

The small-bump ride is very harsh from new. What could be the problem?

If you have a Dual Air or Air U-Turn fork, first ensure that the negative pressure is equal to, or up to 10psi more than, the positive pressure.  If it’s still harsh, your fork lowers may have tight bushings.  These will never free up during use and will need to be re-sized.  During service, we always re-size bushings where necessary to get a smooth function.  If your fork becomes harsh over time, there is probably dirt inside and time for a service.

During high-speed repetitive bumps, my fork feels harsh. Why is this?

If you have the rebound speed nice and slow for the first 50mm of travel, it will be too slow when you go deep into the travel, and the fork can’t return quickly enough.  The only remedy is to have the PUSH Factory Tuning system, as this has a high-speed shim stack which allows the fork to return quicker deep in the stroke, giving a much better response and feeling of more travel.

Can the leak from the top of my Motion Control be fixed?

Yes.  During service we replace the Motion Control compression assembly seals with the improved, modified version.

Is it possible to convert my remote lock-out to manual?

Yes.  Manual knob kits are available and we can fit them and remove the Motion Control compression assembly return spring during a service.

Is it possible to fit a remote lock-out on my fork?

Yes.  To do this requires a Poploc or Pushloc lever assembly, cable and remote Motion Control knob kit.  The return spring needed is not available separately and is only available as part of a complete Motion Control assembly.  However, if you send your fork into us for service and remote lock-out, we will fit the return spring at the same time.

When I alter the negative air pressure in my air fork, there's oil at the valve. How can I stop this?

The oil is lube from the air chamber which collects at the bottom of the fork during use. To prevent the oil weeping, simply tip the fork upside-down before checking/altering the negative air pressure.

My U-Turn air fork leaks oil from under the U-Turn adjuster cap. What's this?

This only occurs when the bike is upside-down or on its side, when the lube from the lowers escapes through the top. During service, we fit a modified O-ring to reduce this significantly.

My U-Turn air fork knocks slightly, what is this?

There’s play in the travel adjust helix.  A small amount of play is necessary because if it was tight you wouldn’t be able to turn it, however this can cause a knock.  During service, we reduce this as much as possible but it can never be completely eliminated.

When I take the pump off, I hear air escaping and when I put the pump back on, the pressure reading is lower. Is my fork leaking?

No.  When you remove the pump after setting to your desired pressure, the air from the pump escapes (not the air from your fork).  Similarly, when you re-engage the pump, pressure from the fork goes into the pump, thus reducing the pressure in your fork.  (There’s a greater drop in pressure in the negative side, as this is a smaller chamber.)  When you take the pump off, the reading you see is the pressure that’s in your fork.  Occasionally, however, a pump or valve may be faulty.

My Pike coil fork feels soft. What can I do?

The standard spring fitted in these forks is a Medium, which is suitable for a rider weight of 65-75kg, all kitted up.  If you’re over this, you’ll need a Firm or X-Firm spring.  If you’re over 100kg, you’d be better to consider an air fork as the X-Firm won’t be suitable for extreme riding.

My upper tubes are showing signs of wear near the seals. Is this serious?

As the wiper seal isn’t sealing against a good, smooth surface, dirt and water get pulled in, damaging the seals on the way past.  Eventually, the fork will leak oil and, in extreme cases, the upper tubes can fail.  There’s no point fitting new seals on this worn surface, so the only cure is to the replace the crown/steerer/upper tube assembly.  Prevention is better than cure, so be sure to remove and lube the lowers every 50 hours, and have it serviced regularly.