Suntour XCR Fork Service - Disassemble/Clean/Lube/Re-assemble

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RJ The Bike Guy

RJ The Bike Guy

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@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
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@cyclistcris7963
@cyclistcris7963 5 жыл бұрын
Can I ask what is better? Xct Xcm or Xcr???
@cyclistcris7963
@cyclistcris7963 5 жыл бұрын
And can you also shiw us how to convert this coil fork to solo air fork? And to adjust the travel to 120mm
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
@@cyclistcris7963 I think it goes from XCT to XCM to XCR being the best of the three. If you want an air fork with 120mm of travel, buy an air fork with 120mm of travel.
@augustlandmesser1520
@augustlandmesser1520 5 жыл бұрын
Man, this channel is pure gold to us low-budget cyclists! Any idea about how to do-it-yourself repair (as far as is possible) of damaged seals on air shock forks like early Marzocchi Bomber, exactly like on this bike? www.vitalmtb.com/community/MNpikey,45654/setup,35681?cat=Bike+Check&page=2&riding_types%5B%5D=3&scope=by_likes
@ryutakeda7329
@ryutakeda7329 3 жыл бұрын
Do i have to release the lockout before removing the lowers? Tia
@stephenhealey7074
@stephenhealey7074 2 жыл бұрын
You missed something. Service should include taking out the seals so you can also pull the plastic sleeve bearings. Seals slide out with encouragement from a flat blade screwdriver. Then reach down inside the lower and work out the sleeve bearing- one per side. The sleeve bearing is what actually contacts the stanchion. It MUST be cleaned and relubed. just dabbing grease down in there with a stick is not enough. Clean the seals too. As an annual service you should clean and lube seals and sleeve bearing, clean stanchion, but don't bother with all other stuff. The spring doesn't care if it has fresh grease on it. The way these forks fail is wear or corrosion of the stanchion, and that is controlled by seal and sleeve bearing. In your 2014 video servicing a Suntour T890 fork, you did get the sleeve bearings out and cleaned. The sleeve bearings are a very similar design to what I found in my ~2013 XCR 29er.
@kala8239
@kala8239 4 жыл бұрын
Man ! I swear your video is precious as hell. I'm from France, bought a rather old bike sold by a huge sports brand that has this exact same fork. Unfortunately, they don't provide any tips to clean and service this fork, so I had to scatter all around the web to find how to service mine correctly, and I found yours ! Again, keep going with your videos, you're awesome, and you're helping people all around the globe !
@KRaikkonenSF
@KRaikkonenSF 4 жыл бұрын
En principe t'es presque pas censé faire de maintenance sur une fourche à ressort :)
@庞云-e4x
@庞云-e4x 4 жыл бұрын
yeap,u just speak what i want to say
@laurentfly5362
@laurentfly5362 4 жыл бұрын
@@KRaikkonenSF oui c'est vrai mais j'ai la même fourche et elle est devenue dure, le locket tourne dans le vide et la vidéo va m'aider à la démonter et entretenir pour régler tout ça :)
@ced777
@ced777 Жыл бұрын
@@KRaikkonenSF Moi cette video va m'aider a changer la cartouche sur mon vieux Rockrider, le lockout ne fonctionnement plus, cartouche morte ;D
@offbeatwarble
@offbeatwarble Жыл бұрын
​@@laurentfly5362salut, as-tu réparé ton verrouillage provoquant le vide ? J'ai le même problème. merci
@dwight6502
@dwight6502 4 жыл бұрын
Dude thats the best ON BUDGET fork. I have been using it for like 3 weeks now. Im always on the road traveling from house to farm. The mechanic tinkered my xcr from 120mm stantions to 150. Man its a boost. I only spent $40 for everything including materials needed for the extension of the stantions and mechanics' fee. The best fork for $40. 👍
@ando852
@ando852 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I have looosened the caps with pliers instead of special tool. I was gentle and have not damaged the caps.
@Key-cf3ig
@Key-cf3ig 2 жыл бұрын
I'm confused where your doing the lockout. You say turn it counter-clockwise until it stops whilst turning it clockwise? Around the 7:30 for reference.
@hereismyusername007
@hereismyusername007 5 жыл бұрын
Good video, very straight forward and informative. But there are two things to point out You should not use a metal hammer to tap on the screws at the bottom of the lower or you risk damaging the dropouts, and make sure to remove any preload from the coil before dissasembly/assembley. Thank you for another video.
@justinsowers7194
@justinsowers7194 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this tutorial. I just completed this maintenance with your guidance on my 10 year old Rockhopper. It gets new brakes in the morning.
@zombie821
@zombie821 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. I want to service my girlfriend's suspension fork soon because it's squeaking, and with your video that won't be a problem. She has a Suntour NEX 4610 V2 but it seems to be built very similarly
@petermcpherson5005
@petermcpherson5005 3 жыл бұрын
Really chuffed I found this as my forks are seized and now I know how to recon the unit. Really useful video. Many thanks for sharing 👍
@robdrew6423
@robdrew6423 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, didn’t realise my fork was so simple and straightforward, think one I can tackle myself. Thanks!
@jacobewald7378
@jacobewald7378 3 жыл бұрын
I've just serviced my suspension (same model) and forgot to put on the white piece at 8:15, I just wondering what's its purpose is and if it's absolutely necessary. Thx
@wasifzihan4662
@wasifzihan4662 3 жыл бұрын
Same happened with me today man! I just lost it 😔
@kevinhancock4064
@kevinhancock4064 2 ай бұрын
Looks like a damper tbh
@mindjanitor
@mindjanitor 2 күн бұрын
The "Watahellong T-Key" is awsm🎉 Cпасибо за науку!🙏
@diane1959
@diane1959 5 жыл бұрын
I’m not a mountain biker but I enjoy your videos anyway. They are always informative
@patalinghugjosephmarkkent6082
@patalinghugjosephmarkkent6082 5 жыл бұрын
You should try it.
@forevercomputing
@forevercomputing 5 жыл бұрын
I'm going to go ahead and recommend Wira Hex Plus Allen keys/wrenches - I rounded a socketed bolt and hex plus got in there and undid the bolt. Wira (German) do SAE and Metric. The Wira's won't go deep though because coloured sleeves. I mention this as your little key looks very well used. Tools = n+1
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Had them for years, but they are still in great shape. Craftsman.
@SVader11
@SVader11 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Just successfully repaired my XCR today. I had to wait for the wrench & grease which I bought online but once I had them, it was a breeze. BTW, mine didn't have the lockout. Both just had the same pre-load dial.
@19janiboy96
@19janiboy96 Жыл бұрын
I feel confident about servicing my bikes fork thanks to this video.
@NEXHIDRAOfficial
@NEXHIDRAOfficial 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, i have a Univega sr suntour xcm rl air and i don't know what kind of cartridge i need, can you help me plecase?!
@KevinMarshall-vk4sp
@KevinMarshall-vk4sp Жыл бұрын
are this racing tires or hybrid mountain bike tires?
@ScoutJoe
@ScoutJoe 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you RJ! I was scared to disassemble my fork suspension cause I'm afraid I might mess up something this tutorial of yours helps me a lot for future maintenance
@davidchodur7773
@davidchodur7773 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. I just cleaned and relubed the fork... wow what a difference. Now it almoust feel too squishy
@valleukin9624
@valleukin9624 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks RJ. I just finished overhauling my XCR forks. AAA+
@tortugaF3J
@tortugaF3J 10 күн бұрын
perfect. Thanks for sharing the reassembling and the lockout knob adjustment. That's what i've been looking for :-)
@Bikeops2021
@Bikeops2021 5 жыл бұрын
Always good to see these videos in your library, very handy to have a reference should you come across them...
@ronangelox
@ronangelox 5 жыл бұрын
7:20 Isn't tightening clockwise and not counter-clockwise?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
You are correct. I misspoke.
@riciy
@riciy 4 жыл бұрын
I was looking for this, thanks for pointing it out
@avtechnz
@avtechnz 2 жыл бұрын
I pulled mine apart but when reassembling the Allen key on the spring side wont tighten. It just spins. I have tried compressing the fork but it is still spinning so can't tighten.
@valleukin9624
@valleukin9624 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent Video. With all the extras (helpful hints) thrown in.
@insanewayne75
@insanewayne75 4 жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for the perfectly explained videos on how to rebuild forks. I have a set of these on my 8 year old daughters bike, is there any way of making them softer. She did have a set of Marzocchi Z1 fligh lights, and I just reduced the air pressure for her weight, but the lowers have split?? I have no idea how she's managed that?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Back off the preload is about all you can do.
@Neslo-1028
@Neslo-1028 5 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated. What if I have a remote switch for the lockout? Is there any difference in the steps or the method?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
I am guessing it will be similar. I haven't worked on one of these with a remote switch.
@Neslo-1028
@Neslo-1028 5 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy 10-4. I appreciate you taking the time to get back to me so quickly. I am hoping that I can learn enough about the cable-actuated remote to eliminate it as an obstacle. Your videos have been instrumental in educating me such that I can work on my bikes without always having to truck them to the local bike shop.
@ianmangham4570
@ianmangham4570 5 жыл бұрын
Nope, all the remote does is twist the blue thing using a cable instead of your fingers
@dansheirer5413
@dansheirer5413 5 жыл бұрын
Have you ever made a video of an old Rockshox Mag 21 R.J. I’d love to see a link if you had.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Not yet. They are an air oil fork and much more complicated. Might not be able to replace parts.
@dansheirer5413
@dansheirer5413 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks R.J.!
@Behine.DeChilis
@Behine.DeChilis Жыл бұрын
Why do they make the lockout levers so easy to fall off? I've had 4 rides on mild trails and already lost my cap. Ordering a new one from Suntour, but I would love a way to make that more stable (less likely to fall off).
@finleypdoherty
@finleypdoherty 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am trying to service my XCR forks but when t try to undo the screw on the bottom it just keeps spinning. I have hit it like you said in the video but it keeps spinning. Please help. thanks
@kaankoylu4504
@kaankoylu4504 3 жыл бұрын
I'm having the same problem with a pair of rst forks I've tried compressing the forks as well but nothing seems to work, they just continue to spin
@finleypdoherty
@finleypdoherty 3 жыл бұрын
@@kaankoylu4504 yeah I really don’t know what to do
@kaankoylu4504
@kaankoylu4504 3 жыл бұрын
@@finleypdoherty oh well😂 hopefully someone who can help sees this
@finleypdoherty
@finleypdoherty 3 жыл бұрын
@@kaankoylu4504 yeah 😄
@finleypdoherty
@finleypdoherty 3 жыл бұрын
@@kaankoylu4504 hello, I had to wedge a long screwdriver down from the top of the suspension to stop the bottom part spinning
@adityachafekar2667
@adityachafekar2667 5 жыл бұрын
Hey I have a knocking sound coming from my forks,They aren't Suntour XCRs but they are of the exact same type made by another company........Do I have to do this whole process or is there a shortcut?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
I can't tell you what the issue is. And if they are made by a different company, then I am pretty sure they are not that exact same type.
@adityachafekar2667
@adityachafekar2667 5 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy I mean I opened the top caps and I could see springs,plus I have a lock on them too
@cleggydadon
@cleggydadon 2 жыл бұрын
1:12 what's that piece called just got mine in bits that's not there guessing that's why I have no spring In my suspension
@barrysoklofske4221
@barrysoklofske4221 Жыл бұрын
What do you do if the fork is held together by bottom bolts that unscrew from inside.
@petecurran3995
@petecurran3995 4 жыл бұрын
Great job, RJ! I've just come by these forks, 2006 I think, so will be following your plan! 👍🏻
@f1flick
@f1flick 8 ай бұрын
Dampening fluid likely in what you call the lockout cartridge right? How do you change the fluid? Dampening is way too slow on these forks.
@SFCRambo60
@SFCRambo60 5 жыл бұрын
Have you shown how to do maintenance on a Trek 1000? Thank you for your videos, they are great.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Maintenance is not bike specific. It comes down to the type of bike and components. So maintenance on a trek 1000 would be same thousands of if other roadbikes.
@manueltigre9257
@manueltigre9257 4 жыл бұрын
You are a master, thanks for showing us how to fix bikes. I have my bike with a XR SunTour fork wich I have not used a lot maybe a 10 miles and the fork suddenly stopped working. I have never disassembled the fork nor tried to fix. I am guessing now that the fork has absorbed some water and is all rusty inside. I am going to try fixing now. I will let you know how it goes. Cheers from Ecuador.
@DylanDavidVindasLopez
@DylanDavidVindasLopez 4 жыл бұрын
Hello! as you know many suntour and RST forks come with a lockout cartridge that you can replace if damaged, but there are some countries where getting a replacement whould be extremely expensive, i have both an SR Sountour XCR 28 with a lockout and an RST Blaze, they both need a new cartridge, can you make a video explaining how you can open them, clean the inside and replace the oil? Cheers!
@Kyros9119
@Kyros9119 5 жыл бұрын
Hey rj are you going to service any older dual crown crown forks?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
I haven't had any bikes with them.
@robertzachariasz1661
@robertzachariasz1661 4 жыл бұрын
Hi there. Many thanks for tutorial. All sorted but my mcr is slightly different as in it only has 2 plastic dials on the top, no blue lever. Put all back together but is now permanently bouncy. No lockout or anything. ???????
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
There are a bunch of different versions of these Suntour forks.
@RobinsonHooi
@RobinsonHooi 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, i just bought Epicon Front air fork and the suspension is too hard, any idea how to release the air to make it softer? big thanks!
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I don't know that fork.
@CodyKing
@CodyKing 4 жыл бұрын
There should be a cap on one side that says "air" and it twists off. There should be a schrader valve. Set the pressure so that your sag is 15-30% of the total travel.
@mymorristribe
@mymorristribe 2 жыл бұрын
So my XCR AIR LO 24 fork seems to have an issue. Even without any air in the air-side, it was still hard to compress. When I took it apart, I noticed the lockout mechanism seems to be air charged and is very hard to compress. The fork is barely used. Any idea? Do, I just have to replace the air mechanism?
@djbillye4943
@djbillye4943 3 жыл бұрын
hi.i have these forks which im going to do as you have done in the video.my fork caps have no adjustment.can i add adjustable caps for this fork,cheers
@fotoamgamgfoto3695
@fotoamgamgfoto3695 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! I need info for XC 60, it is whobbling very much, need to replace the bush
@SolarizeYourLife
@SolarizeYourLife Жыл бұрын
I have a xcr that has v-brake mounts but can't tell if they are m10 is 1.25 or 1.5 threads....
@joshthompson7616
@joshthompson7616 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, very helpful and detailed. I'm gonna go service my fork tomorrow
@h65k60
@h65k60 3 жыл бұрын
Thank for the lesson. Can I use lithium grease?
@keithmac1355
@keithmac1355 5 жыл бұрын
Good video and explanation!, I service motorcycle forks normally but just had a look before stripping my son's XCR forks for a clean and grease.
@joepje0318
@joepje0318 3 жыл бұрын
what is that plastic sleeve for. please help because my fork makes a clicking noise when compressing and it drives me nuts
@KidFriendlyGaming
@KidFriendlyGaming Жыл бұрын
what if both allens are tight and it's still not locked out?
@donsap6182
@donsap6182 4 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing. my lock doesnt work before i service it (follow ur video guide). after that, still doesnt work, is there anything wrong with my part?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
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@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Or could be the cartridge is damaged.
@donsap6182
@donsap6182 4 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy i think this is the answer. i found out the catridge is leaking. Thank you anyway ,👊🏿
@clubcart4976
@clubcart4976 5 жыл бұрын
My bike rides completely normally while pedaling forward however, when I pedal backwards or walk my bike backwards the chain goes completely limp and doesn't even move. Pleas help
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
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@timtrial3971
@timtrial3971 4 жыл бұрын
Also if your back wheel has a plastic spoke protector, cut it out. If that's no the problem, it's still a good idea because it will eventually fail and your bike won't freewheel
@buantiang3811
@buantiang3811 3 жыл бұрын
RJ, may i know where to buy new lock out cartridge?
@akashdeepsingh468
@akashdeepsingh468 3 жыл бұрын
This is very informative video on this kind of forks! I acquired one recently and wanted to do it myself as the brand has moved out of India. Good luck for more videos!
@viperfang5291
@viperfang5291 3 жыл бұрын
What kinda grease did you use?
@007kggaming2
@007kggaming2 2 ай бұрын
Is it hydraulic lockout feature, because I have same model and same parts from different brand. When I opened to service it, there is huge of oil came out and after completing the cleaning now I've to put it back everything like before but I still don't know where to put fork oil or should I leave it without oil? Please help me
@mistreku
@mistreku 6 ай бұрын
i have an XCM 30 which is not supposed to leak oil (because supposedly there is no oil inside it) but it does, and it's getting squeaky, do you have any advice? defo oil residue on one of the stanchions, but there shouldn't be any oil in that, should it?
@bob-ny6kn
@bob-ny6kn 5 жыл бұрын
You have posted about 600 videos. Thank you for all of them (meh, even the car ones). So many people have benefited. Gravel bikes/bike packing are making people look for "rack" and "no-rack" solutions. I did not find any on your channel. Maybe a video?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
I am not sure what you mean? Rack/no rack?
@bob-ny6kn
@bob-ny6kn 5 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy Most racks are hub-and-frame-mounted. Surley bicycles (for one) has been installing many mount-points on new frames. Some riders carry their gear without racks or mount points (I do not know the names of their gear-carrying products). I thought you might have good insight for loading a bicycle for camping. Maybe this isn't a fix-it subject.
@moisesgutierrez83
@moisesgutierrez83 2 жыл бұрын
Quick question in your other video you showed you took out the seals and sleeve inserts! Did you do the same for this fork as well or you left them in
@laavidity8339
@laavidity8339 3 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to align the slightly bent fork? My tires is kinda tilted because of it😅
@drthunberg3567
@drthunberg3567 7 ай бұрын
My XCT is 20 year old, never open it, is it a good idea to try? I can't say if it work well, i lock it pretty much every time.
@ScaldaYT
@ScaldaYT 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video I just used this as a guide to help service my forks. Thanks again
@roundinthegroundmetaldetec2147
@roundinthegroundmetaldetec2147 Жыл бұрын
Is there anyway you can change travel on this fork??
@mrnooneyt5109
@mrnooneyt5109 2 жыл бұрын
Does trek marlin 5 2017 have the same service method ؟
@dominic77999
@dominic77999 6 ай бұрын
I serviced mine following your video. Now I’ve put the forks back together, the lock out won’t tighten. The outer 5 mm goes round and round. I’ve tried stripping forks down again, no luck. What is stopping the lock out side from fastening? Help
@drrew2058
@drrew2058 2 ай бұрын
Did you ever get this figured out? I’m struggling with the same problem
@dominic77999
@dominic77999 2 ай бұрын
@@drrew2058 no, unfortunately
@drrew2058
@drrew2058 2 ай бұрын
@@dominic77999 I didn’t quite figure it out either, but I repeatedly pushed down on the top of the fork, which let me keep screwing it further, and that helped to get it as tight as possible and made it even with the other side
@patalinghugjosephmarkkent6082
@patalinghugjosephmarkkent6082 4 жыл бұрын
Does removing the little black plastic above the small spring might increase the travel? Ive increased mine from stock 120 to 150 but Im using a spacer and a long bolt.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
That's a bumper that softens impact when you bottom out....
@patalinghugjosephmarkkent6082
@patalinghugjosephmarkkent6082 4 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy Thanks! I didnt know that, I thought its just like a spacer or something.
@ralphgabunada5356
@ralphgabunada5356 3 жыл бұрын
Bro my sr suntout xcr has leak in lockout portion in dust seal , should i buy another dust seal to make my fork no leak or should i service this to the bikeshop??
@Atrainswrld
@Atrainswrld 3 жыл бұрын
Is there any way to put better springs and any other add on parts? Or just buy some new cheaper forks?
@yesustuhan2847
@yesustuhan2847 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome I took it to a bike mechanic before watching this video the mechanic told me I had to replace the complete forks he couldn't fix it the shocks we're not locking up after i try to lubed then up I came across your video and problem fixed thanks so much here american in Indonesia
@ArdianSutarjan
@ArdianSutarjan 5 ай бұрын
overproud lu
@st3f_495
@st3f_495 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! I support you when you restore that's bike from the past..i liked very much! My XCR fork sr santoue 26 inch lockout is very stuck how can you help me with that???
@Said22120
@Said22120 5 жыл бұрын
Hey RJ, I was wondering could you ride without the lockout catrige? Basically just take it out and ride like that? Thanks a lot!
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Probably not a good idea. It seems to offer some damping as well as has one of two bolts holding the flowers on.
@tibitm3122
@tibitm3122 3 жыл бұрын
Everything fine, thanks, BUT I have a question: you say "counter clockwise" and you turn the key clockwise...Am I seeing in the wrong way or...?Thanks
@mattbarr510
@mattbarr510 2 жыл бұрын
A BIG THANKS, thanks your vid was a great help, cuz I bet I wud of broke something if it wasn't for your instructions. I was very surprised aswell, I've had my bike since 2016 and never serviced forks, they were full of water and even muck had cumulated on the left one, obviously broken seal. Thanks again mega help.
@adamcarey3793
@adamcarey3793 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, great video. My uppers and lowers are completely seized together and won’t budge at all! I’ve tried easing some lube down there but nothing seems to work? Any suggestions? Many thanks
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
No standard solution. You just have to work it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmaWZZyijqiUg80
@markmsee
@markmsee 3 жыл бұрын
I am from Austria. I just bought old MTB and I was trying to disassemble the RST 381 XE Fork. I already removed both bottom screws from the fork but the springs inside prevent me to remove the fork. What should I do? I will be really grateful for any advice. Somehow I would like to keep the fork intact but there is water inside the system. Thanks again for any useful advice.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Find instructions for a RST 381 XE Fork.
@markmsee
@markmsee 3 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy Actually, it's impossible to get anything useful about this Fork. Either this system is too old or too rare on the market. What I found was a low res image of spare parts. But after a few days, I found that both springs inside have also a function of the screw. So, after unscrew both top pipes from the springs, remove both screws at the bottom of the fork, and you need a longer imbus to fixed bottom beds and unscrew each spring from the bed. That's all. -------- Oh, and advice. The paper, which covers both springs inside the pipes, it's not plastic. It's called calibrated paper - in my case it was brown and it is widely used in the graphic industry, under the offset rubber printing blankets... Brown color has a thickness of 0.15 mm and it's very strong and robust paper. You can buy this paper in sheets in any shop with offset print materials. Before usage soaks it in oil. If you buy that paper in the graphic store, ask also for Varn VWM-111 cleaner. You will be amazed at how effective it is. Basically, it's the best and the cheapest grease/oil removal cleaner I ever have. ------- Just finished the renewal process of the Fork. It looks like new. Super happy! :)))))
@uiriybond
@uiriybond 5 жыл бұрын
Hi! I like your videos. I have fork suntour NEX. It is a simple spring fork. Do you have video how to serve it? Good luck!
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Not familiar with that fork.
@habtihrmichendlich6109
@habtihrmichendlich6109 5 жыл бұрын
Why I can't found videos about the XCR in German?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
Apparently because nobody has made one.
@habtihrmichendlich6109
@habtihrmichendlich6109 5 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy it's crap
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
The German language? The fork? That nobody has made a video in German?
@habtihrmichendlich6109
@habtihrmichendlich6109 5 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy the last
@Inthenameoftheweeman_
@Inthenameoftheweeman_ 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm trying service my son's Suntour XCR fork as my local bike won't do this. Apparently it will cost more for service than the fork is worth so I thought I'd give it a bash myself before buying a brand new fork. Anyway, came across your video which looks good, however, although the fork looks identical it doesn't have two 5mm nuts at the base of the fork...only one! The other side which is the lockout side has a red adjusting knob and looks as though its completely fixed to the base of the stanchion. Any advice on how to loosen this would be appreciated. Thanks
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Then it's a different fork. There are different version of the XCR fork. You need to find instructions for your fork.
@laptopcat6673
@laptopcat6673 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I have an old XCR fork that still works well and just needs service however it's got an issue, which is the brake mount is broken so I can't use it unless I decide to run with no front brakes. Is it possible to replace the entire lowers and if so are there shops that sells them?
@tylerwaldner1119
@tylerwaldner1119 4 жыл бұрын
I have the same fork and everything just mine has the red rebound knob on the bottom, how would it work with that?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
If your have a red rebound knob on the bottom, then is sounds like you DO NOT have the same fork. Maybe an XCR, but a different model of XCR. They came out with different models from year to year making changes.
@tylerwaldner1119
@tylerwaldner1119 4 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy would it be the same to surfice though? Or are there other things to watch for?.. if so, could you maybe do a video of where you service one with a red knob? There doesn't seem to be any video on KZbin showing that
@chriswarr3676
@chriswarr3676 2 жыл бұрын
Where can I get these parts? The spring on the plunger part, big spring and a replacement for the non spring side? My springs broke and the nitrogen spring is squeaking.
@francoisvermaak1764
@francoisvermaak1764 2 жыл бұрын
Hello. Hope you can assist. I just bought a bike with a xcr fork. (Used bike ) When I get on the bike the fork compresses all the way. And only when I get off dose it rebound again. “ and no I don’t way a ton hahah. “ any suggestions as to what could be wrong?
@TivonSanders
@TivonSanders 2 жыл бұрын
Hey RJ! Do you know what weight of oil the XCR air forks take? My manual doesn't specify what weight of oil to use, it just says (under the maintenance section) to use an oily cloth on the stanchions and dust seals.
@ZiggZagg11
@ZiggZagg11 4 жыл бұрын
So,.. do they make heavier springs for a heavier rider...? Is there only one spring...? I did not know that... 🤔
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
I know there are heavier springs for some forks. You would have to research if they are made for your fork.
@Lauv_mi
@Lauv_mi 5 жыл бұрын
Can I adjust the travel of my XCR coil? Please answer me thanksss
@davidcrowson4745
@davidcrowson4745 4 жыл бұрын
Great video I have a set of Sun tour forks on a Scott bike and the quick release tire that mounts on the fork The fork has broke where the quick release is on the wheel do you think that could be welded it almost looks like it's some type of pot metal or would you recommend I get new forks? If so where's a good place to buy a new forks? If purchasing new forks where would you recommend I go
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Replace it. They are cast aluminum. Not pout metal.
@davidcrowson4745
@davidcrowson4745 4 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy thanks for the reply
@Heisenberg623
@Heisenberg623 4 жыл бұрын
Hi man, i got around to servicing my XCR fork today and found out that one of the screws from the bottom of the fork just spins freely and does not want to come out, on the preload adjustment side, do you have any ideas on how to remove it?
@ajsonic2361
@ajsonic2361 4 жыл бұрын
Same thing with mine, any ideas?
@mika9060
@mika9060 9 ай бұрын
Hello, I stood up with all my weight but it still turns, how did you solve the problem
@equieh
@equieh 3 жыл бұрын
My preload knob won't turn do you what I can do? Like the actual knob.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Remove it and try to lube it, or replace it.
@equieh
@equieh 3 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy ok thank you
@joepje0318
@joepje0318 3 жыл бұрын
just use a wrench to turn it. worked for me
@LetsDiscoverMauritius
@LetsDiscoverMauritius 3 жыл бұрын
Where you bought that rod? It's called rod itself?
@caperr2
@caperr2 2 жыл бұрын
I’m going to do this to my xcr fork. Mine has been leaking though. Do you think this will fix it? I have heard people mention fork seals but I didn’t notice any in the video. Do you know what they might be referring to?
@johnhanley9946
@johnhanley9946 5 жыл бұрын
Good video, it's probably about time for me to service my forks...
@jacobm.-pelletier5002
@jacobm.-pelletier5002 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Thanks. Just did my first fork cleanup!
@cwsmith17
@cwsmith17 5 жыл бұрын
They sell cap removal and all the replacement parts on the Suntour website.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
The tools used to be hard to find
@cwsmith17
@cwsmith17 5 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed. They finally realized they could make money selling parts!
@rolandvillanueva6405
@rolandvillanueva6405 Ай бұрын
Excellent explanation. Thank you...👍👍👍
@jhonzero762
@jhonzero762 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I'm from Myanmar. You are my teacher.
@ajosetabudz
@ajosetabudz 4 жыл бұрын
Can petroleum jelly can be used instead of slickleum grease?
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 4 жыл бұрын
That was covered in the video.
@joepje0318
@joepje0318 3 жыл бұрын
i used vasaline to it realy doesnt matter that much. if it its grease its grease.
@avtechnz
@avtechnz 3 жыл бұрын
Petroleum Jelly is an oil based product so would not be a good idea as it might break down the plastic parts. Don't use any mineral oil based grease. If you use a synthetic grease (other than Slickoleum) make sure its safe with plastic parts.
@tomnorton1152
@tomnorton1152 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative, excellent video. Many thanks Tom Norton
@juanantoniocruz2937
@juanantoniocruz2937 3 жыл бұрын
If you take the fork apart, isnt it a good idea to also replace the fork seals too??
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 3 жыл бұрын
If they are bad. Not part of regular service.
@juanantoniocruz2937
@juanantoniocruz2937 3 жыл бұрын
@@RJTheBikeGuy i guess i just dont do a regular service that regularly that my fork seals go bad before i even touch the internals of the shock, hahaha welp
@robertdamora9205
@robertdamora9205 5 жыл бұрын
Can adjusting the preloads to the point where the fork has little to no up - and - down movement; nearly rigid.
@RJTheBikeGuy
@RJTheBikeGuy 5 жыл бұрын
No.
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