RockShox Super Deluxe Coil (2018-2022) Rear Shock Service

Full service of a RockShox Super Deluxe Coil (2018-2022 model year) rear shock. I demonstrate disassembly, seal replacement, and assembly/bleeding of the shock.
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[@Tallerzaror]

Excelent video !!! Thanks and keep doing great content! Cheers from Chile

[@josh8058]

Does it make any difference using the maxima light oil

[@simonszoke1479]

Yes, completely different viscosity.

[@Leo.G59]

My shock (Rockshox super deluxe rct) is a bit worn on the "rod", a bit silvery instead of black. It definitely needs servicing, but the question is whether a new „Suspension strut“ is also necessary and whether it is worth it. It also would need new bushings. Or should I just buy a new one for around 200-300 bucks.

[@simonszoke1479]

If it's not leaking then chances are it won't leak after servicing, so it's fine to leave the shaft as is if you are trying to save cash. Probably the used shock for that much will also need servicing, so you don't save money on the servicing aspect.

[@andrejbarat747]

Hi, great video! I have same rear shock and I have problem with rebound knob, it's very stiff, I can't turn it with a hand. I would like to do something with it during 200h service. Should I just loose rebound knob, lube it and it's done? Is there anything I should look after? I can't find anything about rebound (knob) service in coil shocks, nor in Rockshox manual. Thank you for any info.

[@simonszoke1479]

No need to service the shock to fix this issue. You most likely just need to clean out the backside of the rebound adjuster/eyelet where dirt can accumulate. There are threads on the backside upon which the adjuster knob turns. I recommend spraying it out with isopropyl alcohol using a spray bottle at close range. This should free up the adjuster. Lubing the adjuster from both sides will also help.

[@robinneurode7080]

Amazing ! I've started watching this a month ago then stopped beaucause i thought that you gonna pump up the IFP with Azote gaz but actually it does not looks like ! some shox maintenance here does it . What do you think if we pump it as normal as this ? THx great video !

[@simonszoke1479]

The official service manual pumps up the IFP with the same shock pump.

[@renser4305]

Is there a way to do the service without the rockshox counter measure tool?

[@simonszoke1479]

I think you just need to compensate for the shaft displacement volume on the IFP. I can't think of any other reason it would cause a problem. So measure the counter measure spring travel when you compress it, then calculate the volume of shaft that corresponds to that length, then calculate the IFP displacement. It will probably be a very small amount like 1 mm IFP displacement. So, you can also just assembly it without the counter measure tool and set the IFP to 32 mm instead of 33 mm. I don't think it will screw up the assembly bleed in any way, but I haven't tried.