SPINNER
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Owner's Manual<2
SPINNER
‘Congratulations on your purchase of a new Spinner fork.Spinner forks are
precision bicycle suspension components that can provide you with
years of riding enjoyment. This manual will take you through the steps
of installation, assembly and disassembly, tuning, and maintenance. We
advise you to read it thoroughly to become familiar with your fork.
Please be sure to follow all recommendations, important notes and
warnings to ensure a safe, enjoyable and trouble-free riding experience.WARRANTY
Spinner warranties its products to be free of defects in materials or workmanship
for a period of one year from the original date of purchase or one year from the
date of manufacturing, whichever comes first. The warranty in the USA is
12months. If you are outside the USA, please contact the Spinner authorized
distributor in your country for the LIMITED WARRANTY. This warranty is
extended to the original owner only, and is subject to the following terms and
conditions.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The warranty does not cover cosmetic or structural damage arising from abuse
or misuse including, but not limited to,damage caused by crashes and/or
collisions,owner neglect, improper installation and/or assembly, improper
maintenance, alterations, modifications, additions, changes to the original
product, or other excessive, improper or abnormal conditions. Wear and tear
from normal use or environmental exposure is not covered by this warranty.
Spinner will repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any part(s) or product(s)
deemed defective under the terms of this warranty. In the event a product needs
to be replaced and is discontinued or not available, Spinner reserves the right to
replace the product with one of equal value. No credits or refunds will be
issued.
This product is not intended for use in stunt riding, ramp jumping, acrobatics,
competitive riding, with power or motor assistance of any kind, riding with
heavy loads, extreme riding or similar activities. The user assumes the risk of
any personal injuries, product damage/failure, and any other losses, which may
arise under such use. Spinner shall not be held responsible for any incidental or
consequential damages. Labor charges for parts changes, swaps, or incidental
costs such as transportation to and from an authorized dealer for repair or
replacement of any defective part or fork are not covered in the warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and your rights may vary from
state to state (USA only).
Spinner does not authorize or permit anyone else, including its dealers, to make
any other warranties,expressed or implied, for Spinner.
WARRANTY REPAIR
Warranty claim procedures will vary from country to country. To file a warranty
claim, please see your dealer who will contact your local Insyne distributor for
specific instructions. A copy of the original sales receipt must accompany all
claims.SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY: Bicycling is a dangerous sport. Spinner strongly
recommends that you minimize those risks by wearing a bicycle helmet,
protective clothing, and using other safety devices, including lights, reflectors,
and reflective clothing. Follow all traffic and safety equipment laws. Make sure
you and your bicycle are in good shape before hitting the road or trail. If you
crash,accept responsibility for your actions. Your safety is your responsibility,
so ride responsibly.
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Though most Spinner forks are designed for dFroad use, this does not imply
that they are designed for all types or areas of off-road use.Our forks are
designed for traditional fire road riding, not extreme use. They are not designed
for extreme use such as jumping, stunt riding, or specialized downhill riding.
Subjecting your Spinner fork to extreme use may damage or break components
of the suspension system, which could result in loss of control of the bicycle
and possible serious or fatal injury.
LONGEVITY:
All Spinner forks have a finite useable lifeThe length of time parts will last is
dependent on the construction and materials and is also dependent on the
maintenance, care, and use or abuse they are subjected to over their lifetimes.
REFLECTORS:
Reflectors must be mounted for your safety and to comply with Consumer
Product Safety Commission laws governing bicycle use on public roads.
FRONT WHEEL INSTALLATION:
When installing the front wheel, make sure the quick release skewer nut is
tightened after the wheel is fully seated into the fork ends and that the quick
release cam lever is properly closed as recommended by manufacturers
instructions.
FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL:
Be especially careful whenever the front wheel is removed. The individual fork
blades are susceptible to damage without the support of the front hub, Take
extra care When mounting the bicycle to car racks which clamp the front fork.
‘Never allow the bike to lean sideways. Likewise, when the front wheel is
removed, be careful not to drop the fork or otherwise impact the fork tips,
which can be easily damaged.
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If your Spinner fork is possibly damaged or is acting strangely-whether through a
crash, normal use, or other means-do not ride the bicycle until a qualified
mechanic has inspected the fork.INSTALLATION AND SERVICE:
Qualified bicycle mechanics are best prepared to install and service Spinner
forks, as they possess the specialized tools and training. An incorrectly
installed or maintained fork may fail suddenly and unexpectedly, causing
serious or fatal injury to the rider. Simple maintenance, cleaning, and
inspection may be undertaken by the owner and is a good way to keep the fork
operating well between theservice intervals.
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Frequent inspection is necessary so that subtle breakdowns such as cracks or
damage can be detected early on, possibly preventing a catastrophic failure.
The user is responsible for checking all equipment before each ride to
determine if something is cracked or broken. If you choose to ignore such
inspection and breakage or failure occurs,the responsibility is solely yours. Be
safe-- check your equipment before and after each ride.
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Follow the maintenance intervals and checks recommended in this Manual.
Always use proper shop safety procedures when working on your fork,
including using the correct tools and protective eyewear. Only a qualified
mechanic must perform certain required maintenance. Note: do not clamp your
Spinner fork in a workstand, as this may damage the fork and cause structural
failure, which may not be apparent. Structural failure could cause loss of
control of the bicycle and serious or fatal injury to the rider.
BOLT TORQUE:
If any service has been performed on an Spinner fork, all bolt torque
specificatons should be carefully observed. Check the Torque Specification Chart
and follow the assembly procedures.
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Make sure to check tire clearance whenever changing tires. To check tire
clearance, remove the MCU and/or spring stacks and compress the fork
completely. The crown must have at least a 1/4" (6.4mm) clearance above the
tire when the fork is fully compressed.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Spinner forks installed as original equipment on new bicycles need no further
installation beyond checks associated with new bicycle assembly.Fossibie Tools needed:
4, 5, 6mm hex key wrenches
Tape measure
Soft face mallet
Silicon or teflon fortified grease
Headset race setter
- Hacksaw
- Marker
- File
- Cutting guide
- Star nut driver
Torque wrench
Procedure as follows:
1. Remove the existing fork from the bicycle. Remove the headset crown race
that is pressed to fork crown, and remove the brake assembly.
2. Compare the old fork with the new Spinner forkThe following must be
identical, unless changing additional parts such as stems or headset
(see 4 below):
a. Steerer tube type - threaded or threadless
b. Steerer tube diameter - 1", 1-1/8", or 1-1/4"
c. Steerer tube length. Under no circumstances should threads be cut onto a
threadless steerer. Similarly, no additional threads should be cut into
threaded steerers - if more threads are needed, a different fork with a
shorter steerer must be used.
3. Press the headset crown race on to the fork crown. Grease and install
lower bearing. Slide fork into the head tube.
4, Install the balance of the headset, adjust bearing play and tighten as
recommended by its manufacturer. On threaded steerers, make sure that
the stem is inserted to the minimum depth per manufacturer's
recommendation. If converting from threaded to threadless style (or the
reverse)a new headset and handlebar stem are required, Follow the
instructions of the headset and stem manufacturer for installation and for
cutting steerer tube length.
5. Install the brakes per brake manufacture's instructions. Cantilever brakes
can only be used on forks with a cable stop built into the brace. V-style
brakes are preferably used on fork models without a brace cable stop, butcan be mounted on forks with one if desired. Many Spinner forks are
compatible with disc-type brakes and can be identified by their disc brake
mounting tabs.Do not install disc brakes or other incompatible brakes on a
Spinner fork not designed for their use as loss of braking, fork failure, and
other problems may result and cause serious injury to the rider.
6. _ Install the reflector and bracket to the fork brace per manufacturer's instructions.
E ALLTAik important safety step must not be omitted.
Make sure the quick release skewer nut is tightened after the wheel is fully
seated into the fork ends when installing the front wheel and that the quick
release cam lever is properly closed as recommended by manufacturer's
instruction.
8. Compress the fork with the wheel properly installed. Make sure that there
are at least 6.4mm(1/4") of clearance between the top of the tire and
underside of the fork crown. Jf there is insufficient clearance the tire could
touch the crown; a smaller tire must be used or serious injury could result
tothe rider.
MAINTENANCE
The following are suggested maintenance intervals to keep your Spinner fork
operating smoothly. If you ride in especially dirty conditions (rain, mud, etc.),
Spinner recommends more frequent maintenance.
Iny it: Proper care and maintenance of your fork is necessary for longevity
‘al ap a Tet maintenance will greatly
decrease its performance and may ure failure or deterioration.
Lack of maintenance may also jeopardize feel safe operation of your fork und
will void the warranty. Therefore itis imperative to fallow the instructions
preseribed in this manual, Always wear salety glasses when working on Spinner
products
LUBRICANTS AND CLEANERS FOR MAINTENANCE:
- Biodegradable Degreaser
- Teflon Fortified Oil
- Texaco Marfak MP2 Grease or similar
Warning: Do not use lithium based grease hecause it may react with sonic
internal parts of the fork greatly reducing the performance of the fork.
Before each ride-check the following parts:
Front wheel for proper installation.
Fork for proper installation and any visible damage.
Front brake for proper installation of the caliper and proper lever pull.
Brake pads for proper contact with the rim.
Headset for proper adjustment.
Stem for proper tightness.
Do not ride a bicycle that fails any of the above checks.
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6Approximately every week or after 10 hours of use:
1. Carefully peel the rubber fork boots up, and check underneath for dirt or
other contamination. Any contamination beyond a few small specks means
the fork needs to be disassembled and cleaned. (Note: UV and ozone break
down rubber.)
2. Apply a few drops of Teflon impregnated
oil around the seals(see illustration).
3. Reinstall boots and use your body weight
to quickly compress the fork. Try
compressing the fork completely so that it
bottoms out.The action of the fork on both
the compression and rebound strokes should
be smooth without any sticking or chattering.
If the fork does stick or chatter, or if it makes
any peculiar sounds such as rattling or knocking, the fork needs to be
disassembled and cleaned.
4, Check that adjust unit is torqued to 50~80in-ibs(57.5-92kgfem) and brake
pivots (some models only) are torqued to 130.Sin-1bs(150kgf.cm)
Approximately every month or after 20 hours of use:
1. Disassemble the fork, as described in the disassembly
section. A qualified mechanic with the proper tools
must do this procedure. The mechanic should clean
the internal parts using a suitable solvent, inspect all
internal parts for damage or wear and replace as
needed.
2. The mechanic should generously lubricate the internal
parts including the springs, washers, guide washers,
and other associated parts using non-lithium bicycle
bearing type grease (lithium can damagethe seals).
3. The mechanic should check the bushing play by trying to wiggle the upper
half of the fork in relation to the lower sliding portion of the fork. (See
illustration). Spinner uses bushings that are extremely durable and are
installed for the life of the fork. While not replaceable, the bushings have a
long service life and should last for years baring the most extreme usage.
DISASSEMBLY
SPRING ADJUSTMENTS AND TUNING
Your Spinner fork can be easily adjusted according to rider weight, as well as for
7different riding styles and types of terrain. To maximize your comfort and the
action of the fork, follow the spring rate diagram. See the disassembly section
for information on removing and installing springs.
Spring Rate Adjustment:
Depending on the fork model and on other factors, the springs in your Spinner
fork are either micro cellular urethane (MCU) cylinders, metals coils, or a
combination of MCU and metal coils.
The stiffness of the springs (spring rate) determines the over-all force required
to compress the fork. Both MCUs and coils are available from Spinner dealers
in three different spring rates -- soft, medium, and stiff. Generally lighter riders
and less aggressive riders should use softer springs, while larger and more
aggressive riders should use stiffer springs.
SPRING SELECTION: the fork should entirely compress (bottom out) during
hard riding over very large bumps. Note: If the fork bottoms out frequently
while riding, especially on smaller bumps, stiffer springs are required.
If the fork never bottoms out while riding, softer springs should be installed.
SPRING RATE TABLE
Body Size Rider Style Spring Type Spring Color
EELELELELEL Non Aggressive Soft Springs Brown
Moderately Aggressive | Medium Springs | Natural color
Large Build Aggressive Stiff Springs Red
Pre-load Adjustment (not applicable to all models):
Your Spinner fork may have two adjustment
knobs on the top of crown. These knobs can | {i,"ockwise to sifien
be used to adjust the pre-load on the springs.
Pre-load determines:
- The compression of the fork when rider
sits on the bike.
- The amount of force required before the
fork begins compressing when riding.
The easiest way to measure sag is to be a
zip tie around one stanchion and sit on the
bicycle in the normal riding position.
Then measure the distance the zip tie has moved up the stanchion fii the
wiper after the rider has gotten off the bicycle, To optimize pre-load, the fork
should compress (sag) between 6 and 10mm when the rider is seated on the
bike. Both knobs should be adjusted identically, so that the pre-load is the same
in both legs. Note: Changing pre-load does not affect the spring rate,-that is the
overall force required to compress the fork. Spring rate is adjusted by replacing
the springs as described above. If turning the adjuster knobs does not set sag to
the desired setting, then the fork MCU and/or spring stack will need to be
modified. Be sure to make only one change at a time to accurately tune the fork.
Drastic changes may make tuning impossible.
8Grind 2
320F (26° 320SDS 320F SDS
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2 | TOP _CAP ATC266-09 | ATC266-03_ | ATC266-09 | ATC266-09 | ATC266-09 | ATC266-09
AORVS~12
4| TOP CAP ATC323-49
5 | SPACER ACS168-7355}
AORV5~12 AORVS~12 AORV5~12
ATC323-48 | ATC323-49 | ATC323-49 | ATC323-49 | ATC323-49
ACS168-7364] ACS168-7355| ACS168-7364| ACS266-27__| ACS266-27
ISOLATOR TUBE AEL168-78 | AEL168-78 | AEL168-78 | AEL 168-78 =. a
ASR320-7815| ASR320-7815| ASR320-7615| ASR320-7815| ASR266-08A | ASR266-28A,
CUSHION, AEL168-74 | AEL168-74 | AEL168-74 | AEL168-74 | AEL266-20A | AFL 266-204
SPRING GUIDE ANW168-79__| ANW168-79 | ANW166-73__| ANW168-79 | ANW266-13__| ANW266-13
10] COMPRESSION ROD | ACS320-23. ACS320-23 | ACS320-23 | ACS320-12 | ACS320-11
41] REBOUND SPRING | ASR320-77_| ASR320-77_ | ASR320-77 | ASR320-77 | ASR320-77__| ASR320-77
12 CSUT N/A Ae A N/A N/A N/A
13] TOP_OUT BUMPER | AEL320-13_| AEL320-13 | AEL320-13 | AEL320-13_ | AEL568-17 | AEL320-13
14] STOPPER ACT323-05_| ACT266-29 | ACT323-05_| ACT266-29 = at
15| BOOT(OPTION) ABT323-120 | ABT323-120 | ABT323-120 | ABT323-120
a
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ABT323-120 | ABT323-120.
16] DUST SEAL(OPTION) | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116
1/| C_RING ACR288-51A | ACR268-51A | ACR288-51A | ACR288-51A | ACR288-51A | ACR288-51A
18| BUSHING: ABU288-21A | ABU288-214 | ABU2B! A_| ABU285-21A | ABU288-21A | ABU325-32
[ig[ SLIDER | BT323-i19 [BT323-119 | BT323-ti9_[ BTs23-ti9 |
20] BOLT ANT188-10 ANT188-10
2i| WASHER API160-15 API160-15,
APTi60-15 | API160-15
ABL735-05 | ABL735-05
APTI60-15 API160-15
22] BRAKE PIVOT API160-09 | API160-09 | AP1160-09 API160-09, APII60-09 API160-09
23] SPRING ASR323-96 _ ASR323-96.
24] WASHER ANW323-94 ANW323-94
25] SPRING ASR323-97__ ASR323-97 = =
26] WASHER ANW323-95,
27] SPACER
ANW323-95,
ACSJ28-42 | ACSJ26-42
323SDS 323F SDS
[__323F (26)
T [ADJUST UNIT AAC266-12 | AAC266-12 | AAC266-12 | AAC266-12 | AAC266-12
2| TOP_CAP = = = = =
3|0 RING =~ = = =
4 | TOP CAP ATC323-49 | ATC323-49 [ATC323-49 ATC323-49 | ATC323-49
5 | SPACER ACS168-7328) ACS168-7336| ACS266-27 | ACS168-7328] ACS168-7336,
6 | ISOLATOR TUBE | AEL168-76 | AEL168-78 - AEL168-78 | AEL 168-78
7 | SPRING ASR320-7815| ASR320-7815| ASR266-08A | ASR320-7815| ASR320-7815)
9 | SPRING GUIDE ANW168-79 | ANWI68-79 | ANW266-13 | ANW168-79 | ANW168-79
10| COMPRESSION ROD | ACS320-23 | ACS320-23_| ACS320-12 | AC5320-23 | ACS320-23
11] REBOUND SPRING | ASR320-77_| ASR320-77 | ASRV5-15 ASR320-77__| ASR320-77
12] CSUT N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
13] TOP_OUT BUMPER | AEL320-13 | AEL320-13 | AEL568-17 | AEL320-13__| AEL920-13
14] STOPPER ACT323-05_| ACT266-29 = ACT323-05 | ACT266-29
15| BOOT(OPTION) ABT323-120 | ABT323-120 | ABT323-120 | ABT323-120 | ABT323-120
16] DUST_SEAL(OPTION) | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116 | ASL323-116
1/| C_RING ACR266-51A | ACR268-51A | ACR288-51A_| ACR266-51A | ACR288-S1A
18] BUSHING: ABU288-21A | ABU288-21A | ABU288-21A | ABU288-21A | ABU2S8-21A
19] SLIDER 81T323-119 | BT323-119 | BT323-18. BT323-119 | BT323-119
20] ‘ABL735-05 | ANT186-10 | ANT188-10
21] WASHER APII60-15 API160-15__| APT160-15. APTI60-15 API160-15
22] BRAKE PIVOT API160-09. API160-09 | AP1160-09 API160-09 API160-09
23| SPRING ASR323-96_| ASR323-96
24] WASHER ANW323-94 | ANW323-94
25] SPRING ASR323-97 | ASR323-97
26] WASHER: ANW323-95 | ANW323-95.Asia
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