What pressure should my bike suspension be?
Suspension is designed to work best with between 25-35% sag (AKA a quarter to a third). For example, on a 100mm travel bike you want to aim to have 25mm-33mm of sagged travel when you sit on your bike. In our experience it’s best to set your sag whilst standing up on the bike.
How do you set a rebound suspension?
To set a base fork rebound, start with the rebound fully closed (+). Stand next to your bike and compress the fork with your body weight. Quickly release the fork and let it bounce back. Adjust the rebound until the fork rebounds as fast as possible without causing the front wheel to ‘jump’ off the ground.
What is bike suspension preload?
Preload is used to adjust the shock or spring to the correct range of operation within the suspension’s travel-more preload will raise the bike up on its suspension, keeping you near the top of its travel. With less preload, the bike sits lower and closer to the bottom of its suspension travel.
What does preload mean on bike suspension?
What makes a Trek Fuel EX 8 so good?
Fuel EX 8 gives you added efficiency with Shimano’s latest, widest-range drivetrain and Trek’s unique RE:aktiv damper that provides firm pedaling support without giving up any plush compliance. We expanded our size range to ensure a better fit for all riders.
Is the Fuel EX 5 Deore a trail bike?
“Fuel EX is a beautifully balanced and capable trail bike. The rear suspension is beautiful; as close to ideal as any bike I’ve ridden. It’s sensitive where you want it to be, firm and crisp where it should be. It feels deep and controls big hits very well, and there’s a nice platform for pedaling, and to pump and pop off when you’re playing.”
Why do Trek mountain bikes have rear suspension?
Before Trek’s patented ABP, rear suspension while braking was thought to be a myth. After ABP, we have greater control and a better world for mountain bikes. Born from the world of automotive racing, RE:aktiv is a completely new way to think about rear suspension. In the end, it means better flow for a better ride.
How do you adjust the shock on a Trek bike?
Set the compression damping to “open” by turning the blue knob on your fork all the way counter-clockwise, and the blue lever on your shock counter-clockwise. Use the Trek Suspension Calculator above to find a good starting PSI for your MTB and your weight, and use the shock pump to adjust the shock’s PSI…