OWNERS MANUAL

AURON

ENGLISH
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview 3

Tightening torques 3

Important safety information 4

Before every ride 5

Assembly instructions 6

Q-LOC assembly instructions 6

Air pressure and “SAG” 7

Air Volume Spacer 7

Adjusting rebound damping 8

Adjusting compression damping 8

Lock-out systems 8

Installing the remote lock-out 9

Maintenance plan 10

Web links 10

Limited warranty 11
Overview

Steerer

Compression adjust (C) Air spring (A)

Crown

Stanchion
Arch

Dust seat

Lower

Thru axle Brake mount PM6“

(B)
Rebound adjust (D)
TIGHTENING TORQUES
Air spring side, top (A) 10Nm Damping side, top (C) 10Nm
Air spring side, lower (fix travel) (B) 10Nm Damping side, lower (D) 6Nm
Air spring side, lower (travel adjust) (B) 4Nm

For proper torque of the brake mount, please ask the brake manufacturer.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING!

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Not heeding the warnings and safety instructions can cause the product to
malfunction or can result in personal injuries or even death to the rider.

ÌÌ Please read these instructions thoroughly before using your suspension fork. Improper use of the
suspension fork can cause the product to become damaged or result in severe
injuries or even death to the rider.

ÌÌ Suspension forks and rear shock absorbers contain highly pressurised liquids and gases. The
warnings contained in this manual must be followed carefully in order to prevent injuries or even
death. Never attempt to open SR SUNTOUR cartridges and rear shocks, they contain highly pres-
surised liquids and gases, as mentioned above. You will risk severe injuries if you open
SR SUNTOUR absorber cartridges and rear shock absorbers.

ÌÌ Use only original spare parts from SR SUNTOUR. Using accessories and spare parts of other
manufacturers voids the warranty of your fork and the fork may not work as intended.
Furthermore, this can lead to accidents, injuries and even injuries resulting in death.

ÌÌ SR SUNTOUR suspension forks are made for a single rider.

These instructions contain important information for the proper assembly,

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maintenance and servicing of your suspension fork. Please note that exper-
tise and special tools are required in order to install, maintain and service SR
SUNTOUR forks. General knowledge of mechanics is likely to be insufficient
to repair, maintain and service a suspension fork. Therefore, we recommend
having the fork installed, maintained and/or serviced by a trained and qualified
bicycle mechanic. Improper installation, service or maintenance can result in
the product malfunctioning, accidents, injury or even death.

ÌÌ Ride while wearing appropriate protective clothing only. This includes wearing a fitting and firmly
seated helmet. Additional protective components should be used depending on your riding style.
Make sure that your equipment is always in perfect condition.

ÌÌ Select the proper fork based on the frame height and your personal riding style. Installing a fork
that does not correspond to the geometry of your frame can cause the fork to become damaged
and will void the warranty. Installing a suspension fork changes the geometry of the bicycle and
how it is used. Get used to it gradually and practice. Make sure you properly assess your limits
and do not go above them.

ÌÌ If you are using a bicycle rack that requires the front wheel to be removed, the quick release ske-
wer must always be open if it is not used to fasten the bicycle. If the quick release is not opened
completely, then this can cause the fork to become bent, broken or otherwise structurally dama-
ged when the bicycle is removed from the bicycle rack. If the bicycle has fallen off the bicycle rack,
have it inspected by a qualified bicycle mechanic before riding it again. If you are using a bicycle
rack that fastens the bicycle at the front dropouts only, then the rear wheel must be fastened too.
Improperly fastening the bicycle can cause it to wiggle which may cause the fork dropouts to
break.

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 ÌÌ Please note that SR SUNTOUR suspension forks are not equipped with front reflectors for use in
road traffic. If you intend to use your bicycle on public roads or bicycle paths, you must install the
required front reflectors on the fork. Please contact your specialised dealer.

ÌÌ Carefully read the operating instructions included with your bicycle and familiarise yourself with
the individual components of your bicycle.

Please also note that your fork is not intended for jumps, aggressive down-

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hill rides, freeride or dirtjump if the warning sticker on your suspension fork
prohibits these. Disregarding these instructions may cause your product to fail
or may even cause accidents or death. Not heeding these instructions will void
the warranty!

BEFORE EVERY RIDE

Do not ride the bicycle if one of the following criteria is not met! If the bicycle

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is damaged or if the necessary adjustments were not made but the bicycle is
used regardless, then this can result in accidents, serious injuries or even death.

ÌÌ Are there any cracks, dents or deformations on the fork or on another part of your bicycle? If this
is the case, contact a trained and qualified bicycle mechanic to inspect your fork and the bicycle.

ÌÌ Is oil leaking from the fork? Also check hidden areas such as the underside of the fork crown.
If this is the case, contact a trained and qualified bicycle mechanic to inspect your fork and the
bicycle.

ÌÌ Put your full body weight onto the fork. If it seems too soft (i.e. if the pressure for an exact
negative spring stroke is incorrect), pump up the fork until the desired value is reached. Further
information can also be found under „AIR PRESSURE AND “SAG”“.

ÌÌ Make sure that the brakes are properly installed, adjusted and functioning. This also applies to all
other bicycle parts such as the handlebar, pedals, crankset, saddle, seat-post etc. Further informa-
tion can also be found in the operating instructions of the other parts‘ manufacturers. Make sure
the wheels are perfectly centred so that the suspension fork and the brake system do not touch.

ÌÌ If you are using a quick release system to attach your wheelset, make sure the quick release has
the required clamping force. If you are using a thru-axle system, make sure all screws are tighte-
ned to the proper torque.

ÌÌ Check the cable length and the cable routing of the components. The cables must not interfere
with the steering movements.

ÌÌ If you are using front reflectors for use on public roads, make sure they are clean and properly
installed.

ÌÌ Gently bounce your front wheel off the ground and check/listen whether there are any loose parts.

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FORK ASSEMBLY

WARNING!

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SR SUNTOUR recommends having the fork installed, maintained and/or
serviced by a trained and qualified bicycle mechanic.

Q-LOC ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

1 check the flange to 2

be expanded befo-
re installation
and open the lever
completely

slide in axle until

it „clicks“

3 Set the tension 4

with a semi-open
lever until the
flange is flush
with the dropout

Lock the lever

completely.
Check if firmly se-
ated and re-tighten
if necessary

REMOVAL
1 Open 2
completely

Press nut
until flange
retracts.

3 Turn nut 4
clockwise
until flange stays
latched

Pull out
axle

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AIR PRESSURE AND “SAG”
The “SAG” (negative spring stroke) is the compression that is
caused solely by the body weight and the position of the rider.
The “SAG” should be between 15% and 30% of the fork’s max
travel depending on the intended use and preferences.

SETTING THE AIR PRESSURE AND “SAG”

1. Unscrew the valve cap. Screw a fork / shock pump onto the
valve.

2. Pump the suspension fork up to the desired pressure.

Never exceed the recommended maximum air pressure.
Note the table below.

3. Sit on the bicycle in normal riding position and check the

“SAG”. Add or release air as needed.
In order to properly assess the “SAG”, use installed O-Ring
or attach a cable zip tie to the fork stanchion. You can lean
against a wall in order to be able to sit still on the bicycle,
in order to measure the “SAG”.

Rider weight Suggested air pressure

(kg) / (lbs) (psi) / (Bar)
< 55 < = 120 35 - 50 2,4 - 3,5
55 - 65 120 - 140 50 - 60 3,5 - 4,1
65 - 75 140 - 160 60 - 70 4,1 - 5,2
75 - 85 160 - 180 70 - 85 5,2 - 6,2 The maximum air pressure of
the AURON is at 150psi.
85 - 95 180 - 200 85 - 100 6,2 - 7,2
Do not exceed this limit.
> 100 200 - 220+ 105+ 7,2 - 8,3+

ADJUSTABLE AIR CHAMBER VOLUME (through spacer)

The AURON has an air chamber with adju-
Rider weight in 55-65 65-75 75-85
stable volume. This function allows the rider
(kg) / (lbs) 120-140 140-160 160-180
to choose between a more linear or a more
progressive characteristic curve. Aggressive
It can be adjusted with spacers. The more
Riding Type

spacers are installed, the more progressive

the characteristic curve. Balanced
The spacers can be pushed out and rein-
serted without tools. Easy

WARNING!

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Never exceed the maximum of three spacers!
The air chamber is pressurised! Before opening, let the air out of the fork
completely to prevent the valve and the spacer unit from being ejected
forcefully and potentially causing injuries.

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ADJUSTING REBOUND DAMPING
Rebound damping allows you to adjust the speed with
which the fork rebounds after it was compressed.

You can distinguish between lowspeed- and highspeed-ad-

justment

Lowspeed-rebound: Adjustment for slow impulses

Highspeed-rebound: Adjustment for fast impulses

Turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise (- / less damping)

to increase the extension (rebound) speed of your fork. To
reduce the extension (rebound) speed, turn clockwise (+ /
more rebound).

To find the right rebound speed, turn the adjusting screw as far clockwise as possible (slowest exten-
sion). Put your entire body weight on the suspension fork and let it rebound abruptly. Now decrease
the rebound gradually (fast extension) and repeat this procedure until the suspension fork almost
jumps when it rebounds.

Recommendation: Adjust the rebound to the fastest possible configuration without causing a jum-
ping of the front wheel.

Warning: Too fast rebound can cause uncontrolled jumping of the front wheel and a loss of traction.

ADJUSTING COMPRESSION DAMPING

Compression damping adjusts the compression speed of
the suspension fork.

A low-speed and a high-speed compression setting are

available (not available on all models).

Low-speed rebound: Setting for slow impacts

(deep bumps/potholes)
High-speed rebound: Setting for fast impacts
(small bumps/potholes at high frequency)

Turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise (less damping) to increase the compression speed of your
fork. Turn it clockwise (more damping) to reduce the compression speed.

LOCK-OUT SYSTEMS
The "lock-out" function closes the compression damping of fork the when riding standing up or riding
uphill. The fork is not locked 100%. A couple of millimetres of the suspension travel remains moving,
called “anti-blow-off system". This system protects you when riding in demanding terrain in case you
forgot to unlock the fork.

Regardless, you should never switch your fork to "lock-out mode" when riding

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in demanding terrain or when jumping. The fork may become damaged when
it is compressed under a high load. This can also lead to accidents and injuries.

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 REMOTE SPEED LOCKOUT
Press the „Remote lock lever“ on the handlebar
to lock the fork. Press the button below that to
release the lock.

SPEED LOCKOUT
Turn the „Speed lock-out“ lever by 90° clockwise to lock the fork.
Turn it counterclockwise to release the lock.

INSTALLATION OF REMOTE LOCK-OUT (RL-RC & RL-R cartridges)

Install the "Remote lockout lever" with an Allen wrench (3 mm) on the right of your left-hand side grip
on the handlebar. Make sure there is enough space between the grip and the lockout lever (min. 3
mm).
1 Remove cover 2
with a 2.5 mm Allen
wrench

Release the cable

fixing bolt with a
2 mm
Allen wrench.

3 Thread the cable 4 15mm

through, tension
slightly and
fasten

Let the control

cable protrude by
about 15 mm to
prevent jamming

5 Install 6
the cover

adjust
cable tension if
necessary

If the fork is not locking, the tension of the cable is probably too low. In this case you should increase
the cable tension by turning the adjusting screw counter-clockwise. If the cable tension is too high and
the fork lock cannot be released, turn the adjustment screw clockwise.

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TRAVEL ADJUST FUNCTION
This function allows you to continuously reduce the suspen-
sion travel of the fork by up to 40 mm. In this version, the
valve cap is located at the bottom end of the bottom case.

Reduce travel: Extend travel:

1. Press and hold the button 1. Press and hold the button
2. Compress the fork 2. Relieve the fork
3. Release the button

MAINTENANCE PLAN
ÌÌ after every ride: Clean the fork tubes and dust seals and maintain with an oily cloth / check
stanchion tubes for scratches

ÌÌ every 50 hours: Maintenance 1 (at dealer)

ÌÌ every 100 hours or once a year: Maintenance 2 (at dealer, ideally before winter time in order to
protect all parts from the effects of weather by proper greasing)

MAINTENANCE 1:

Check function of fork / check torques of mountings screws and nuts at dropout (10 Nm) / check
for scratches, dents, cracks, discolouration, signs of wear and signs of minor corrosion (main-
tain with oily cloth).

MAINTENANCE 2:

Maintenance 1 + disassembly / cleaning the entire fork inside and out / cleaning and lubricating
dust seals and slider sleeves / checking torques / adjusting to the riders liking.
Before disassembly, check the slider sleeve play of the fork. To do so, apply the front wheel
brake and gently push the bicycle back and forth at the handlebar stem shaft. Replace the slider
sleeves if the play is too big (more than 1 mm at the fork brace).

WEB LINKS
For further information please visit our website: www.srsuntour-cycling.com.
There you will also find:

ÌÌ Service request:
http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/service/service-request

ÌÌ Product registration:
http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/service/product-registration

ÌÌ Tech videos:
http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/service/tech-videos

ÌÌ Download area:
http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/service/download-area

ÌÌ Fork glossary:
http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/service/fork-glossary
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LIMITED WARRANTY
For normal use, SR SUNTOUR guarantees that the suspension fork is free from material and
workmanship defects for two years from the date of purchase. This guarantee of SR SUNTOUR
Inc. applies only to the original purchaser and is not transferable to third parties. A claim under
this warranty may be made only at the retailer where the bicycle or the SR SUNTOUR suspen-
sion fork was purchased.
The original receipt must be presented as proof of purchase.

LOCAL LAW:

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Depending on the state (USA) or province (Cana-
da) or the country in which you live, you may have other rights that vary from the warranty set
forth herein. These conditions should be adapted to the local regulations so that they corre-
spond to these laws.

LIMITED WARRANTY:

This limited warranty does not apply to damage to the suspension fork that is caused by one
of the following: improper installation, dismantling and reassembling, wilful damage, alter-
ations or modifications to the fork, misuse or abuse of the product or the use of this product
for a purpose other than the intended use, accidents, crashes, improper maintenance, improp-
erly carried out repairs. The obligations under this “Limited Warranty” are limited to repair or
replacement of the suspension fork or any part thereof within a period of two years when a
material or workmanship defect exists. Beyond the above conditions, SR SUNTOUR makes no
direct or indirect guarantee that this product is suitable or tradable for a particular purpose. SR
SUNTOUR shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages under any circumstances.
Damage caused by the use of spare parts from other manufacturers or spare parts that are not
intended or suitable for SR SUNTOUR suspension forks are not covered by this warranty. This
warranty does not apply to conventional wear and tear. The following parts are subject to wear:
dust seals, moving rubber parts, O-rings, fork stanchions, lock-out and travel adjust cartridges.

Please note that all SR SUNTOUR cartridges and metal bushings have a
limited warranty of one year! Plastic slider sleeves have a limited warranty of six months!

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