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Model Year 2015 

 
 
 
 

User Manual 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Kirk 2015

Page 1: ...Model Year 2015 User Manual l ...

Page 2: ...nsequential resulting from the use of its products local legislation prevailing Warranty exclusions This warranty does not cover the following cases Damage to products resulting from improper assembly other than listed below Products that have been modified by the owner or a third party Improper use Damages resulting from an accident crash under any circumstances Invalid servicing procedures and s...

Page 3: ...Before using the shock you must set up the air pressure based on your weight and your bike s rear suspension geometry Refer to the compatibility table on BOS MTB s website in the download area on http www bosmtb com for the base recommended air pressure Connect a pump equipped with a precise dial to the Schrader valve located on the side of the upper part of the body and inflate at the recommended...

Page 4: ...recommendation differs from ours you should test the bike on the trail at different sag values to find the right amount for your riding style How to measure and set your sag Slide the travel checker O ring up to your shock s dust seal Sit on your bike if possible dressed with your riding outfit feet on the pedals horizontal position and let the suspension compress under your weight Get off the bik...

Page 5: ...nob clockwise on rolling terrain with big compressions and kickers Soften the low speed compression by turning the knob anti clockwise on steep gradients The lock out lever B acts on the low speed compression and affects the shock s threshold It is useful to lock it out on pedaling sections and uphills to maintain the bike s balance High speed compression C The high speed compression acts mainly o...

Page 6: ...O ring in the chamber increases the end of stroke spring rate by 2 Usually the correct setting is between 0 and 4 O rings However the range can go up to 10 O rings depending on the bike The installation procedure can be found on the following page Low speed compression 15 clicks from the fully closed position High speed compression 12 clicks from the fully closed position Rebound 12 clicks from th...

Page 7: ... that the O ring s do not block the hole in the shock Align the air can a sticker with the rebound knob Replace the air can by screwing back by hand until the stickers align to ensure the proper torque image 6 If the stickers do not align when the air can is hand tight reinflate and equalize the shock air chambers chapter 3 2 then finish tightening the air can Reinflate the shock Mount the shock o...

Page 8: ... the hose toward the seals It will only push the mud inside the seal and get it stuck between the body and the seals and scratch your stanchions Cleaning Oil service Full service Recreational use After each ride Once per year Every two years Racing use After each ride Twice per year Once per year 3 Maintenance11 Caution We recommend doing the oil service and full service at a BOS approved center O...

Page 9: ... result on some types of bikes you may notice some negative travel Where can I purchase original stickers and valve cap You can purchase these items through your approved BOS center or on the BOS store on bosmtb com I noticed some play between my shock and the frame what can I do Check that your mounting hardware is torqued to your manufacturer s specifications If it is the rear shock mounting har...

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