How Much Travel In Rockshox Pike?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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The Pike comes in

120mm, 130mm, 140mm, 150mm and 160mm

travel options in both 27.5′′ and 29er wheel sizes, with clearance for up to 2.8′′ tyres as standard.

Can you reduce the travel on RockShox pike?

Take your 5mm allen key and undo the bottom bolts 2 turns. This will leave a small gap between the lowers and the underside of the bolt. Next with your allen key still in the bolt gently tap the bolt to release the lowers. Slide off the lowers.

Are RockShox Pike good?

Overall the RockShox Pike Select

performed well in all applications and never gave us any mechanical issues while testing it

. After rallying this fork on paved pump tracks, dirt jumps and blasting DH lines with some chunky sections, we’re pleased to say it held up and never once let on like we were pushing it too hard.

Which is better RockShox Lyrik or pike?

The difference between the two is night and day although I haven’t used an up to date pike.

The Lyrik is more supple, stiffer and more responsive

. Arm pump is massively reduced too. If your budget can stretch, go for the Lyrik.

Can you change travel on RockShox Zeb?

Changing ZEB’s travel, adding a fender…


All models (except the Dual Air version) can run any of the five air springs: 150/160/170/180/190mm travel

. So, yes, even though most of them state 160 to 190mm of travel, that’s the intended use.

Is it safe to extend fork travel?


Not really

. Any increase in fork travel will slacken the bike and shorten its reach.

How do you adjust rockshox pike?

How do I adjust my rockshox Recon?

How do you change the travel on rockshox Forks?

Is RockShox Pike an Enduro fork?

Relaunched around a decade ago with a sealed Charger damper, stiff 35mm stanchions and an air-spring tuneable with volume spacers,

RockShox’s Pike quickly became the go-to enduro fork

.

Is RockShox Pike air?


The Pike comes with an adjustable air chamber

, allowing the volume to be changed making the fork either more linear (increased volume) or more progressive (reduced volume). We will now explain how to adjust your fork to find the best setup for your bike!

How much does a RockShox Pike weight?

Specifications for Pike RCT3:

Wheels: 27.5′′, 29′′ Weight:

1841g

(27.5′′ model, 140mm travel, Maxle Ultimate, DebonAir) Damping: Charger 2 damper.

How much travel does the RockShox Lyrik have?

Features Available options Adjustments: low- and high-speed compression, low-speed rebound, air spring pressure and volume spacers Travel:

140-180mm (27.5” and 29”)

, travel change requires separate air shaft Offset: 37, 44 or 46mm (27.5”) / 42, 44 or 51mm (29”)
Stanchion diameter 35mm Travel 170mm Wheel size 29in/700c

Which is better Yari or pike?

Yes

the Pike has the better damper

, but with 3 x bottomless tokens in it, the Yari feels more supple off the top and ramps up nicely. When I bought the Yari I was actually toying with the idea of a Yari or a Lyric.

Which is better Yari or Lyrik?


The Yari is a more affordably priced version of the Lyrik

, using the same chassis but less refined dampers across the range to keep the cost down. It comes with 100mm of travel right up to 180mm with 37mm to 51mm fork offset options available.

What do RockShox bottomless tokens do?

RockShox forks offer the ability to adjust how much the air spring ramps up using red colored volume spacers known as Bottomless Tokens. These Tokens

add bottom out support and alter the ride height

, which can be great for aggressive riders.

How do I set my RockShox rebound?

For recommended rebound settings

go to www.rockshox.com/app

. After setting sag, adjust the rebound damper, go for a ride, and adjust again as preferred. To decrease rebound speed (slower return), turn the rebound adjuster clockwise. To increase rebound speed (faster return), turn the rebound adjuster counter-clockwise.

How do I change Lyrik’s travel?

Is 120 enough to travel?

In addition, you’re not likely to notice much difference between a 120mm, 130mm, and 140mm fork. Honesty,

a 120mm fork is enough travel for most Trail riders

.

How much travel does my fork have?

If you are trying to measure total travel you will have to let the air out to easily cycle the fork through the entire range of motion.

Use a zip tie around the stanchion to make the measurement. Push the zip tie down to the wiper seal and then compress the fork all the way

. This is your total travel.

How much can you increase fork travel?

Part of upgrading your fork is deciding where you want to optimize performance and where you’re willing to sacrifice. In general, bikes will happily accept forks that are

up to 20mm larger than their designers intended

.

Do bottomless tokens reduce travel?

Those tokens reduce the volume of the air spring,

they do not reduce travel

. The piston does not ever contact the token.

How many bottomless tokens should I use?

Check your fork against the chart below to see if you’re running the correct number of spacers. “

For more aggressive riders, I recommend one or two tokens at 160mm

”, explains Cancellier. “For each 10mm decrease in travel, I add one token. For example, 150mm would be two or three tokens, 140mm three or four tokens etc.”

What is low speed compression?

Low speed compressions happen

when you’re pressing down on the shock, like when you stand up to pedal

. Or when you’re riding over gentle rollers, berms or dips in the trail. The shock is simply absorbing your weight against gravity in a slow, controlled manner.

How much travel does a RockShox Recon have?

The Rockshox Recon combines trail performance and affordability giving riders a bombproof fork that is reliable and strong. Offering

100mm of travel

, the Recon Silver RL is perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their stock suspension.

Can RockShox Recon adjust travel?


Sure it can be done

….

All you would need to do is tear down the fork, remove the spacer for the 100mm travel mode and cut it down by 10mm. Presto!

Can I upgrade my RockShox Recon?

There is not much.

You need the aluminium stanchion Recon Gold that’s upgradable to shimmed compression and shimmed rebound damper

. Yours has steel stanchions, the only possible upgrade is the Argyle’s motion control compression damper that has an adjustable floodgate.

Diane Mitchell
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Diane Mitchell
Diane Mitchell is an animal lover and trainer with over 15 years of experience working with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and horses. She has worked with leading animal welfare organizations. Diane is passionate about promoting responsible pet ownership and educating pet owners on the best practices for training and caring for their furry friends.