INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the finest line of suspension bikes available!
Your bike is equipped with a Specialized AFR suspension unit. Please read the following information for proper setup and service before riding. Please contact Specialized at (877)
Please read the following warnings. Because failure to follow any warnings may result in a catastrophic failure, resulting in serious personal injury or death, this phrase may not be repeated in connection with each Warning.
Make sure that you review and understand the warnings, instructions, and content of your bicycle manuals.
SERVICE AND MODIFICATIONS
As a first point of contact for all warranty or service issues, please refer to your local Authorized Specialized dealer. Any service must be performed by an Authorized Specialized Service Center.
Technological advances have made frames and shocks more complex, and the pace of innovation is increasing. It is impossible for this manual or the accompanying manuals to provide all of the information required to properly repair and/or maintain your shock. In order to help minimize the chances of an injury, it is critical to have work performed by an Authorized Specialized Service Center.
Do not modify your shock or bicycle. Any modifications,
Proper maintenance is critical to the optimal performance and lifespan of the shock. Please follow the service schedule recommended in this manual. If your shock ever makes any unusual noises or loses air/oil, stop riding immediately and have the shock inspected by your local Authorized Specialized dealer or by an Authorized Specialized Service Center.
NOTE: Specialized shocks are pressurized with nitrogen (Brain reservoirs on Epic and Stumpjumper models, internal shock body on Enduro SL models). The charged section does not need to be opened to perform any cleaning or lubricating of the main air chamber. The charged section of the shock should not be opened except by an Authorized Service Center. Attempting to open the charged section of the shock is dangerous, can result in serious injury and will void the warranty.
If the shock is compressed or will not return with no load on the bicycle, do not attempt to service. Have the shock inspected by an Authorized Specialized Service Center.
WARNING! Service on Specialized shocks requires special knowledge and tools. Specialized recommends that all service and repairs be performed by an Authorized Specialized Service Center.
WARNING! Never modify your shock or frame in any way. Do not sand, drill, fill, or remove parts. Do not install incompatible
WARNING! Any modification of your frame or shock means that your bike no longer meets our specifications and therefore voids your warranty.
4
