White brothers cycling 2004COILFR1.5 User Manual

O W N E R S M A N U A L F O R

580 N. Westgate Dr.

Grand Junction, CO 81505 USA

1.800.999.8277

www.whitebrotherscycling.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.......................................PAGE 2

FORK INSTALLATION..............................PAGE 3

TUNING.......................................................PAGE 4

MAINTENANCE........................................PAGE 5

EXPLODED VIEWS...................................PAGE 6

WARRANTY...............................................PAGE 7

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 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.

INTRODUCTION

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 coil sprung for light weight performance. The coil spring and damper is
set stock to satisfy a wide range of rider weights and riding styles. Fine tuning can be easily accomplished by changing
external pre-load and external damper settings. See the tuning section for details. For very heavy or very light riders,
replacement springs are available. 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.

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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 forks 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 set 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 installation of the headset.

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 your dealer or mechanic if you don’t have the proper
tools to cut the steerer tube.

6. The star fangled nut must now be installed into the steerer tube. If you don’t have the set tool we recommend

dealer installation of this part. (See Figure #3)

7. Clean and grease all headset bearings and races to prepare them for assembly. Note: Replace the bearings if there is

any sign of wear or corrosion.

8. Now loosely assemble the headset, stem and handle bars as done in step four. (See Figure #2)

9. Install the headset top cap into the star fangled nut. Tighten until there is no play in the steering. The fork should

rotate freely in the head tube. Straighten the stem in relation to the front tire and tighten the pinch bolts on the stem.
Tighten the pinch bolts on the upper clamp and double check that the lower clamp bolts are tight. These can easily
be over tightened. We recommend tightening to 5 foot pounds. If there are any questions consult your dealer or
mechanic.

Headset Race

Steering Stem

Upper Triple Clamp

Optional Headset Spacer

Headset Upper Race

Frame with
Headset Cups

Stanchion Tube

Lower Triple Clamp

Star Fangled Nut

Steerer Tube

Figure #1

Figure #3

Figure #2

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