Front Fork

RXF36 m.2
Workshop Manual - 50 h
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Warnings
SAFETY SYMBOLS
1 Note! In this manual, mounting instructions and other technical documents,
When working with the Öhlins product, always read the Vehicle Service Manual. important information concerning safety is distinguished by the following
symbols:
1 Note!
The shock absorber/front fork/steering damper is an important part of the vehicle The Safety Alert Symbol means: Warning! Your safety is involved.
and will affect the stability.
⚠ Warning!
1 Note! The Warning Symbol means: Failure to follow warning instructions can result
Read and ensure you understand the information in this manual and other in severe or fatal injury to anyone working with, inspecting or using the shock
technical documents provided by Öhlins, before using the product. absorber/front fork, or to bystanders.

1 Note! ✋ Caution!
Öhlins Racing AB can not be held responsible for any damage to the shock The Caution Symbol means: Special precautions must be taken to avoid
absorber/front fork/steering damper, vehicle, other property or injury to persons, if damage to the shock absorber.
the instructions for mounting, usage and maintenance are not followed exactly.
1 Note!
⚠ Warning! The Note Symbol indicates information that is important regarding procedures.
After installing the Öhlins product, take a test ride at low speed to ensure your
vehicle has maintained stability.

⚠ Warning! © Öhlins Racing AB. All rights reserved.

If the suspension makes an abnormal noise, or the function is irregular, or if you Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written
notice any leakage from the product, stop the vehicle immediately and return the permission of Öhlins Racing AB is prohibited.
product to an Öhlins Service Centre.

⚠ Warning! Oil, grease

The product warranty shall only apply if the product has been operated and
maintained in accordance with recommendations in this manual. If you have any Fork lubrication fluid 01336-01 - Renep CGLP 68 Fork lube 1L
questions regarding usage, service, inspection and/or maintenance please contact Function grease 01338-22 - Renolit SI 410 M Silicone
Öhlins. grease 225g

1 Note!
Before working on the product make sure that the vehicle is washed and cleaned
properly. Do not use alcobased products on the outside or inside of the product.

Product Specific Warnings

⚠ Warning!
This product was developed and designed exclusively for a specific vehicle model
and shall only be installed on the intended vehicle model in its original condition as
delivered from the vehicle manufacturer.

⚠ Warning!
This product is pressurized. Do not open, service or modify this product without
proper education (authorized Öhlins dealer/distributor) and proper tools.

✋ Caution!
Do not use a pressure washer or a power washer when cleaning the fork.

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Front Fork RXF36 m.2 50-Hour Service

1 Note! 1
Record the rebound adjuster setting and the pressure in the positive air chamber
and ramp up chamber before service. We recommend using a bike stand to clamp
the steering tube when working on the fork.

1. Thoroughly clean the outside of the fork from dirt or grit.

2. Use a 14 mm wrench to hold the rebound adjuster knob steady.

With a 2 mm hex wrench remove the screw and the knob.

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3. Remove the nut by using a socket wrench with a 14 mm deep hex 3

socket.

4. Use a socket wrench to remove the nut on the lower air valve.
12 mm nuts have washer 14 mm have not.

5. Slide the lower legs off the stanchions.

6. Drain the lower legs of all fluids.

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7. Use tweezers to cautiously remove the foam rings in the lower

legs.

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8. Carefully clean the foam rings using disc brake cleaner and a
paper cloth or rag to remove old suspension fluid and dirt. Inspect
for damages and replace if necessary.

9. Soak the foam rings in fresh fork lubrication fluid.

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10. Hold the lower legs upside down and clean the wiper seals and 10
the upper bushings with a soft rag.

11. Use a rag wrapped around a long rod or similar to clean the
insides of the lower legs.

1 Note!
Be careful not to scratch the bushings.

12. Apply a thin layer of function grease to the inner surfaces of the
wiper seals.

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13. Use tweezers to carefully re-insert the soaked foam rings into
the lower legs. Check that they are mounted corrrectly and not 13
twisted.

14. Clean the stanchion tubes with a paper cloth or soft rag.

15. Reinstall the stanchion tubes into the lower legs.

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16. If seal head is blue and piston rod end gold then use 10 ml of
fork lubrication fluid in spring and damper fork leg. For all other forks
use 5 ml of fork lubrication fluid in spring and damper fork leg. It is
important to not to overfill as it will affect fork performance.
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17. Refit the lower nuts and if nut is M10 on the valve side fit the
washer. Tighten to 10 NM. Reinstall the rebound adjuster nut, knob
and screw.

18. Adjust the rebound setting.

See Owner’s Manual/Mounting Instructions for more information.

19. Go out and enjoy your ride!

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 Workshop Manual RXF36 m.2 Issued 2020-05-26 © Öhlins Racing AB

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Öhlins Racing AB
Box 722 Phone: +46 (0)8 590 025 00
SE-194 27, Upplands Väsby Fax: +46 (0)8 590 025 80
Sweden www.ohlins.com