TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY.......................................................PAGE 2
INTRODUCTION........................................PAGE 2
FORK INSTALLATION..............................PAGE 3
TUNING.......................................................PAGE 4
MAINTENANCE.....................................PAGE 5,6
EXPLODED VIEWS................................PAGE7,8
IMPORTANT
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING:
RIDING A BIKE IS DANGEROUS. NOT PROPERLY
MAINTAINING OR INSPECTING YOUR BIKE AND IT’S COMPONENTS IS
EVEN MORE DANGEROUS. IT IS ALSO DANGEROUS TO NOT READ AND
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
NEVER REMOVE STEERER TUBE FROM CROWN. THIS IS A PRESSED IN
PART. REMOVING IT WILL RENDER BOTH THE CROWN AND STEERER
TUBE INOPERABLE.* MAKE SURE THE FORK CAPS AND ALL FORK
HARDWARE (pinch bolts, etc.) ARE TIGHT BEFORE EACH RIDE.
2.
DO NOT PERFORM ANY MODIFICATIONS OR ADJUSTMENTS THAT
ARE NOT OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. SEE THE TUNING SECTION
FOR MORE DETAILS.
3.
INSPECT YOUR FORK BEFORE EVERY RIDE. INSPECT THE CROWN,
TUBES, AND AXLE SEAT AREAS FOR ANY SIGNS OF FATIGUE,
BENDING, CRACKING OR OTHER DAMAGE. IF YOU NOTICE ANY TYPE
OF DAMAGE, DO NOT RIDE IT. RETURN IT TO YOUR DEALER OR TO
WHITE BROTHERS FOR A COMPLETE INSPECTION AND NECESSARY
REPAIR.
4.
PERFORM ALL RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE ACCORDING TO THE
MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO PERFORM
MAINTENANCE COULD DRASTICALLY REDUCE THE FORK’S LIFE,
PERFORMANCE AND CAUSE YOUR FORK TO BE A SAFETY HAZARD.
5.
WHITE BROTHERS RECOMMENDS THAT YOU WEAR PROPER SAFETY
EQUIPMENT EVERY TIME YOU RIDE, INCLUDING AN APPROVED
BICYCLE HELMET. NEVER RIDE AT NIGHT WITHOUT LIGHTS.
6.
ALWAYS USE GENUINE WHITE BROTHERS PARTS. USE OF
AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PARTS AND UPGRADES VOIDS THE
WARRANTY AND COULD CAUSE STRUCTURAL FAILURE.
7.
WHITE BROTHERS FORKS ARE DESIGNED FOR OFF ROAD USE ONLY.
THEY ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH REFLECTORS FOR ROAD USE. IF YOU
ARE GOING TO USE YOUR FORK ON THE ROAD, HAVE A DEALER OR
MECHANIC INSTALL REFLECTORS THAT MEET THE CONSUMER
PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION’S REQUIREMENTS.
*
IF SERVICE BECOMES NECESSARY OR REMOVAL OCCURS, PLEASE CALL WHITE BROTHERS
CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR PRODUCT EVALUATION AND DIAGNOSIS.
Thank you for purchasing your new White Brothers fork. Our forks are designed to
help you perform at your absolute peak.
Your new White Brothers fork has oil damping and is air and coil sprung for light
weight performance. The springs and damper are set stock to satisfy a wide range of
rider weights and riding styles. Fine tuning can be easily accomplished by changing
air pressure and external damper settings. See the tuning section for details. Steering
accuracy is improved over conventional MTB forks by utilizing superior materials
and design. Every effort has been made to make White Brothers forks very light and
perform at a level superior to other forks on the market. To ensure peak performance,
proper installation and periodic maintenance is required. When riding on public land,
please respect the rights of others and stay on established paths and trails. By riding
responsibly, you are helping ensure the future of our sport.
FORK INSTALLATION
White Brothers forks feature a 1-1/8” threadless steerer tube. If you have a threaded
type fork on your bicycle, consult your dealer for the appropriate upgrade parts
necessary to convert to a 1-1/8” threadless steerer tube. Check with your frame
manufacturer to ensure your bike is designed for a triple clamp fork. If not, you may
void your warranty.
1.
Remove your old fork from the bicycle. Measure the diameter and length of your
old fork’s steerer tube to ensure that the White Brothers steerer tube is the correct
diameter and sufficient length for the installation.
2.
Remove the crown race from your old fork.
3.
Press the crown race onto your new White Brothers fork.
(see Figure #1)
4.
Preassemble the headset by sliding the fork steerer tube through the bearings. Then
install the head sets upper race, upper triple clamp, headset spacer (optional), and
stem onto the fork steerer tube. Adjust with optional spacers to your preferred
height.
(See Figure #2)
WARNING:
Refer to the head set owners manual if there
are any questions about the head set installation.
5.
Mark the steerer tube at the top of the stem. The steerer tube will now need to be
cut to the correct length. Disassemble and cut 3mm (1/8”) below the mark. Consult
Head Set Race
Lower Triple Clamp
Outer Fork Tube
Frame with
Headset Cups
Headset Upper Race
Upper Triple Clamp
Optional Headset Spacer
Steering Stem
Figure #2
Star Fangled Nut
Steerer Tube
Figure #3
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