ZEB, Lyrik, Pike. Service manual (2023)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ROCKSHOX SERVICE

PART PREPARATION

SERVICE PROCEDURES

MODEL CODE IDENTIFICATION

WARRANTY AND TRADEMARK

PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS

RECORD YOUR SETTINGS

TORQUE VALUES

OIL VOLUME AND LUBRICANT

EXPLODED VIEW

2023+ (A2) ZEB ULTIMATE - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (A2) ZEB ULTIMATE - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DUAL POSITION AIR

2023+ (A2) ZEB SELECT+ - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (A2) ZEB SELECT+ - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DUAL POSITION AIR

2023+ (A2) ZEB SELECT - CHARGER RC - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (A2) ZEB SELECT - CHARGER RC - DUAL POSITION AIR

2023+ (A2) ZEB BASE - RUSH RC - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (A2) ZEB BASE - RUSH RC - DUAL POSITION AIR

2023+ (D1) LYRIK ULTIMATE - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (D1) LYRIK SELECT+ - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (D1) LYRIK SELECT - CHARGER RC - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (D1) LYRIK BASE - RUSH RC - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (C1) PIKE ULTIMATE - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (C1) PIKE SELECT+ - CHARGER 3 RC2 - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (C1) PIKE SELECT - CHARGER RC - DEBONAIR+

2023+ (C1) PIKE BASE - RUSH RC - DEBONAIR+

LOWER LEG FEATURES - ZEB, LYRIK, PIKE

BUTTERCUPS - ZEB, LYRIK, PIKE - ULTIMATE - CHARGER 3 RC2 AND DEBONAIR+

OPTIONAL UPGRADE - PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (PRV) INSTALLATION - SELECT, BASE

LOWER LEG REMOVAL AND SERVICE

50/200 HOUR SERVICE

LOWER LEG REMOVAL

50 HOUR SERVICE

LOWER LEG SERVICE

200 HOUR SERVICE

LOWER LEG SEAL SERVICE

DEBONAIR+ - AIR SPRING SERVICE, TRAVEL CHANGE, AND BUTTERCUPS UPGRADE

200 HOUR SERVICE

AIR SPRING REMOVAL

BUTTERCUPS REMOVAL - DEBONAIR+ - ULTIMATE

DEBONAIR+ AIR SPRING TRAVEL CHANGE (OPTIONAL)

DEBONAIR+ BOTTOMLESS TOKENS

DEBONAIR+ BOTTOMLESS TOKENS INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)

AIR SPRING SERVICE

BUTTERCUPS INSTALLATION - DEBONAIR+ - ULTIMATE

AIR SPRING INSTALLATION

DUAL POSITION AIR (DPA) - ZEB - AIR SPRING SERVICE

200 HOUR SERVICE

AIR SPRING REMOVAL

DPA AIR SPRING TRAVEL AND BOTTOMLESS TOKENS

DPA BOTTOMLESS TOKENS INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)

DPA AIR SPRING TRAVEL CHANGE AND BOTTOMLESS TOKENS (OPTIONAL)

AIR SPRING SERVICE

AIR SPRING INSTALLATION

DAMPER SERVICE - CHARGER 3 RC2

200 HOUR SERVICE

CONTROLS REMOVAL - CHARGER 3 RC2

DAMPER REMOVAL - CHARGER 3 RC2

BUTTERCUPS REMOVAL - CHARGER 3 RC2 - ULTIMATE

DAMPER SERVICE - CHARGER 3 RC2

DAMPER ASSEMBLY - CHARGER 3 RC2

BUTTERCUPS INSTALLATION - CHARGER 3 RC2 - ULTIMATE

DAMPER BLEED - CHARGER 3 RC2

100

TEST COMPRESSION - CHARGER 3 RC2

104

DAMPER INSTALLATION - CHARGER 3 RC2

105

CONTROLS INSTALLATION - CHARGER 3 RC2

107

DAMPER SERVICE - CHARGER RC

110

200 HOUR SERVICE

CONTROLS REMOVAL - CHARGER RC

110

DAMPER REMOVAL - CHARGER RC

111

DAMPER SERVICE - CHARGER RC

112

DAMPER ASSEMBLY - CHARGER RC

116

TEST COMPRESSION - CHARGER RC

121

DAMPER INSTALLATION - CHARGER RC

122

CONTROLS INSTALLATION - CHARGER RC

124

DAMPER SERVICE - RUSH RC

125

200 HOUR SERVICE

CONTROLS REMOVAL - RUSH RC

125

DAMPER REMOVAL - RUSH RC

126

DAMPER SERVICE - RUSH RC

127

DAMPER ASSEMBLY - RUSH RC

130

TEST COMPRESSION - RUSH RC

134

DAMPER INSTALLATION - RUSH RC

135

CONTROLS INSTALLATION - RUSH RC

137

LOWER LEG ASSEMBLY

138

50/200 HOUR SERVICE

LOWER LEG INSTALLATION

138

RockShox Service

We recommend that you have your RockShox suspension serviced by a qualified bicycle mechanic. Servicing RockShox suspension requires

knowledge of suspension components, as well as the use of specialized tools and lubricants/fluids. Failure to follow the procedures outlined in this

service manual may cause damage to your component and void the warranty.

Visit www.sram.com/service for the latest RockShox Spare Parts Catalog and technical information. For order information, please contact your local

SRAM distributor or dealer.

Information contained in this publication is subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Your product's appearance may differ from the pictures contained in this publication.

For recycling and environmental compliance information, please visit: www.sram.com/en/company/about/environmental-policy-and-recycling.

Part Preparation

Remove the component from the bicycle before service.

Disconnect and remove the remote cable or hydraulic hose from the fork or rear shock, if applicable. For additional information about RockShox

remotes, user manuals are available at www.sram.com.

Clean the exterior of the product with mild soap and water to avoid contamination of internal sealing part surfaces.

Service Procedures

The following procedures should be performed throughout service, unless otherwise specified.

Clean the part with RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and

a clean, lint-free shop towel. For hard to reach places (e.g. upper tube, lower

leg), wrap a clean, lint-free shop towel around a non-metallic dowel to clean

the inside.

Clean the sealing surface on the part and inspect it for scratches.

⚠WARNING - CRASH HAZARD

DO NOT use vinegar of any type to clean any part of a RockShox

suspension product. Vinegar can cause permanent damage to parts which

can, over time, result in product structural failure, serious injury, and possibly

death.

Replace the o-ring or seal with a new one from the service kit. Use your

fingers or a pick to pierce and remove the old seal or o-ring.

Apply grease to the new seal or o-ring.

NOTICE

Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when servicing the product. Scratches

can cause leaks. Consult the spare parts catalog to replace the damaged

part.

Use aluminum soft jaws when placing a part in a bench vise.

Tighten the part with a torque wrench to the torque value listed in the red bar.

When using a crowfoot socket and torque wrench, install the crowfoot socket

at 90 degrees to the torque wrench.

Specified torque value in N·m (in-lb)

RockShox Service

Model Code Identification

Product model code and specification details can be identified with the serial number on the product. Model codes can be used to identify the

product type, series name, model name, and product version associated with the production model year. Product details can be used to identify spare

parts, service kit, and lubricant compatibility.

Model Code example: FS-LYRK-ULT-D1

FS = Product Type - Front Shock/Suspension

LYRK = Platform/Series - Lyrik

ULT = Model - Ultimate

D1 = Version - (D - fourth generation, 1 - first iteration)

To identify the model code, locate the serial number on the product and enter it into the Search by Model Name or Serial Number field at

www.sram.com/service.

Warranty and Trademark

For SRAM Warranty information, visit: www.sram.com/warranty.

For SRAM Trademark information, visit: www.sram.com/website-terms-of-use.

Model Code Identification

Parts, Tools, and Supplies

Parts

Bicycle Tools

•

2023+ (A2) ZEB - 200 Hour Service Kit

• Bicycle work stand

•

2023+ (D1) Lyrik - 200 Hour Service Kit

• Downhill tire lever

•

2023+ (C1) Pike - 200 Hour Service Kit

• Shock pump

• DebonAir+ Air Spring Shaft assembly (optional travel change)

Common Tools

• DebonAir+ Upgrade Kit : Air Spring assembly with ButterCups

•

Adjustable wrench or open end wench: 19, 23, 25, 28 mm

• Charger 3 RC2 Ultimate Upgrade Kit : Damper assembly with

•

Bench vise with aluminum soft jaw inserts

ButterCups

•

Crowfoot: 19, 23, 25, 28 mm

Safety and Protection Supplies

•

Hex bit sockets: 1.5, 2, 2.5, 5 mm

• Apron

•

Hex wrenches: 1.5, 2, 2.5, 4, 5, 8 mm

• Clean, lint-free shop towels

•

Internal retaining ring pliers (large) - air spring retaining ring (ZEB)

• Nitrile gloves

•

Long plastic or wooden dowel

• Oil pan

•

Pick (metallic) - air spring retaining ring (Lyrik/Pike)

• Safety glasses

•

Pick (non-metallic) - for all o-rings and seals

Lubricants and Fluids

•

Plastic mallet

• Maxima PLUSH 3wt Suspension Oil (Charger RC, Rush RC)

•

Plastic tube (split conduit loom) or similar - air spring and damper shaft

• Maxima PLUSH 7wt Suspension Oil (Charger 3 RC2)

protective cover

• Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Heavy (air spring)

•

Socket: 10, 24, mm

• Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Light (lower legs)

•

Socket wrench

• RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease (PRV o-ring only)

•

Torque wrench

• RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol

•

TORX bit socket: T25

• SRAM Butter Grease

•

TORX wrench: T25

RockShox Tools

• RockShox Bleed Syringe

• RockShox Dust Seal Installation Tool (38 mm) or RockShox x Abbey

Bike Tools 38 mm Flangeless Dust Seal Installation Tool

• RockShox Dust Seal Installation Tool (35 mm) or RockShox x Abbey

Bike Tools 35 mm Flangeless Dust Seal Installation Tool

• RockShox Reverb Vise Blocks (Charger 3 RC2, Rush RC)

• Charger Vise Blocks (Charger RC)

• RockShox Shock Pump

• RockShox Top Cap/Cassette Tool (3/8" / 24 mm) or RockShox x

Abbey Bike Tools Top Cap/Cassette Tool

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when working with suspension oil.

Place an oil pan on the floor underneath the area where you will be working on the shock or suspension fork.

Parts, Tools, and Supplies

Recommended Service Intervals

Regular service is required to keep your RockShox product working at peak performance. Follow this maintenance schedule and install the service

parts included in each service kit that corresponds with the Service Hours Interval recommendation below. For spare part kit contents and details,

refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service.

Service Hours Interval

Maintenance

Benefit

Extends wiper seal lifespan

Every ride

Clean dirt from upper tubes and wiper seals

Minimizes damage to upper tubes

Minimizes lower leg contamination

Restores small bump sensitivity

Every 50 hours

Perform lower leg service

Reduces friction

Extends bushing lifespan

Extends suspension lifespan

Every 200 hours

Perform damper and spring service

Restores small bump sensitivity

Restores damping performance

Record Your Settings

Use the table below to record your suspension settings to return your suspension to its pre-service settings. Record your service dates to track

service intervals.

Rebound setting -

LSC setting - Count

HSC (RC2) setting -

Count the number of

the number of clicks

Count the number of

clicks while turning

Service Hours Interval

Date of Service

Air Pressure

while turning the LSC

clicks while turning

the rebound adjuster

adjuster fully

the HSC adjuster fully

fully counterclock-

counterclockwise.

wise.

100

150

200

Recommended Service Intervals

Torque Values

Part

Tool

Torque

Air spring shaft insert (Select+, Select, Base - DebonAir+ only)

5 mm hex bit socket

4 N•m (32 in-lb)

Bottom bolt - air spring and damper

5 mm hex bit socket

6.8 N•m (60 in-lb)

Bottomless Token

8 mm hex bit socket

4 N•m (35 in-lb)

ButterCups housing shaft end plate - end plate to shaft - Air Spring

TORX T25 bit socket

4 N•m (32 in-lb)

ButterCups housing (upper) to ButterCups housing (lower) - Air Spring

25 mm crow foot

14 N•m (125 in-lb)

ButterCups housing shaft end plate - end plate to shaft - Damper

TORX T25 bit socket

5 N•m (45 in-lb)

ButterCups housing (upper) to ButterCups housing (lower) - Damper

25 mm crow foot

14 N•m (125 in-lb)

Cam set screw - compression damper adjuster (HSC) x2

1.5 mm hex bit socket

0.56 N•m (5 in-lb)

Piston nut - compression damper -

3 mm hex bit socket

1.13 N•m (10 in-lb)

Charger 3 RC2 (Ultimate, Select+)

Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) and Plug

10 mm socket

2 N•m (17 in-lb)

Retaining screw - compression adjuster knob -

2.5 mm hex bit socket

1.35 N•m (12 in-lb)

Charger RC (Select)

Retaining screw - compression adjuster knob -

2.5 mm hex bit socket

0.75 - 1.10 N•m (6.6 - 9.7 in-lb)

Rush RC (Base)

Retaining screw - low speed compression adjuster knob -

2.5 mm hex bit socket

0.56 N•m (5 in-lb)

Charger 3 RC2 (Ultimate, Select+)

Sealhead (rebound) to damper cartridge tube to damper top cap -

23 mm crowfoot

14 N•m (125 in-lb)

Charger 3 RC2 (Ultimate, Select+)

Sealhead (rebound) to damper cartridge tube to damper top cap -

19 mm crow foot

9 N•m (80 in-lb)

Charger RC (Select), Rush RC (Base)

Set screw - high speed compression adjuster knob -

2.5 mm hex bit socket

0.28 N•m (2.5 in-lb)

Charger 3 RC2 (Ultimate, Select+)

Set screw - rebound adjuster knob

2.5 mm hex bit socket

0.84 N•m (7.5 in-lb)

Top cap - compression damper

RockShox Top Cap/Cassette Tool

(or standard cassette tool)

op cap - DebonAir+ spring

28 N•m (250 in-lb)

Top cap - Dual Position Air spring

24 mm socket

Torque Values

Oil Volume and Lubricant

Damper

Spring

Upper Tube

Lower Leg

Upper Tube

Lower Leg

Volume

Model

Fork

Model

Damper

Spring

(mL)

Year

Oil

Volume

Oil

Grease

Oil

Weight

(mL)

(+)

(−)

Ultimate

Maxima

Charger 3 RC2

PLUSH

Select+

7wt

DebonAir+

ZEB (A2)

Select

Charger RC

Dual

Maxima

Position Air

PLUSH

3wt

Base

Rush RC

Maxima

SRAM

Maxima

PLUSH

Butter

PLUSH

Dynamic

Grease

Dynamic

2023+

Bleed

Suspension

Ultimate

Maxima

Lube

Grease air

Lube

Charger 3 RC2

PLUSH

Light

Heavy

piston

Light

Select+

7wt

Lyrik (D1)

Select

Charger RC

DebonAir+

Pike (C1)

Maxima

PLUSH

3wt

Base

Rush RC

Use ONLY RockShox, SRAM, and Maxima suspension oils/fluids and grease, unless otherwise specified. Use of any other lubricants can damage

seals and decrease performance.

Oil Volume and Lubricant

Exploded View

2023+

(A2) ZEB Ultimate

Charger

- DebonAir+

Steerer tube

Air Spring Assembly

Retaining screw

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Air cap

Compression Damper

Assembly

High speed compression (HSC)

Air spring top cap

adjuster knob

Crown

Rebound Damper

Detent plate

Bottomless Token(s)

Assembly

35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Bleed port

IFP spring

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Compression damper

IFP tube coupler

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Rebound damper piston

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

ButterCups (air shaft)

ButterCups (damper shaft)

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

Exploded View

2023+

(A2) ZEB Ultimate

Charger

- Dual Position Air

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Air cap

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Travel adjuster knob

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Air spring top cap

Assembly

adjuster knob

Crown

Detent plate

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Bottomless Token(s) red (optional)

IFP spring

Bleed port

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Compression damper

IFP tube coupler

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out bumper

Rebound damper piston

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

ButterCups (damper shaft)

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Ultimate - Charger 3 RC2 - Dual Position Air

2023+

(A2) ZEB Select+

Charger

- DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Air cap

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Air spring top cap

Assembly

adjuster knob

Crown

Detent plate

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

IFP spring

Bleed port

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Compression damper

IFP tube coupler

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Select+ - Charger 3 RC2 - DebonAir+

2023+

(A2) ZEB Select+

Charger

- Dual Position Air

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Air cap

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Travel adjuster knob

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Air spring top cap

Assembly

adjuster knob

Crown

Detent plate

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Bottomless Token(s) red (optional)

IFP spring

Bleed port

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Compression damper

IFP tube coupler

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Select+ - Charger 3 RC2 - Dual Position Air

023+

(A2) ZEB Select

Charger

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Air cap

Rebound Damper

Retaining screw

Air spring top cap

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Crown

Bleed port

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Rebound damper piston

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Select - Charger RC - DebonAir+

023+

(A2) ZEB Select

Charger

Dual Position Air

Air Spring Assembly

Air cap

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Travel adjuster knob

Rebound Damper

Retaining screw

Air spring top cap

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Crown

Bottomless Token(s) red (optional)

Bleed port

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Rebound damper piston

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Select - Charger RC - Dual Position Air

023+

(A2) ZEB Base

Rush

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Air cap

Rebound Damper

Retaining screw

Air spring top cap

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Crown

Bleed port

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Base - Rush RC - DebonAir+

023+

(A2) ZEB Base

Rush

Dual

Position Air

Air Spring Assembly

Air cap

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Travel adjuster knob

Rebound Damper

Retaining screw

Air spring top cap

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Crown

Bottomless Token(s) red (optional)

Bleed port

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (A2) ZEB Base - Rush RC - Dual Position Air

2023+

(D1) Lyrik Ultimate

- Charger

3 RC2

- DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Air cap

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Assembly

adjuster knob

Air spring top cap

Crown

Detent plate

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

IFP spring

Bleed port

IFP tube

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

IFP tube coupler

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Air spring piston

Foam ring

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

ButterCups (air shaft)

Crush washer

ButterCups (damper shaft)

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (D1) Lyrik Ultimate - Charger 3 RC2 - DebonAir+

2023+

(D1) Lyrik Select+

- Charger

3 RC2

- DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Air cap

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Assembly

adjuster knob

Air spring top cap

Crown

Detent plate

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

IFP spring

Bleed port

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

IFP tube coupler

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Air spring piston

Foam ring

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (D1) Lyrik Select+ - Charger 3 RC2 - DebonAir+

23+

(D1) Lyrik Select

Charger

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Air cap

Rebound Damper

Assembly

Air spring top cap

Retaining screw

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Crown

Bleed Port

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Lower leg arch

Compression damper

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Air spring piston

Foam ring

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Rebound damper piston

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (D1) Lyrik Select - Charger RC - DebonAir+

23+

(D1) Lyrik Base

Rush

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Air cap

Rebound Damper

Assembly

Retaining screw

Air spring top cap

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Sag o-ring

Crown

Bleed Port

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Lower leg arch

Damper tube

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Air spring piston

Foam ring

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (D1) Lyrik Base - Rush RC - DebonAir+

2023+

(C1) Pike Ultimate

Charger

- DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

Air cap

adjuster knob

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Assembly

adjuster knob

Air spring top cap

Crown

Detent plate

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

IFP spring

Bleed port

Sag o-ring

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Lower leg arch

Compression damper

IFP tube coupler

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Air spring piston

Foam ring

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

ButterCups (air shaft)

ButterCups (damper shaft)

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (C1) Pike Ultimate - Charger 3 RC2 - DebonAir+

2023+

(C1) Pike Select+

Charger

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Steerer tube

Compression Damper

Retaining screw

Assembly

Low speed compression (LSC)

Air cap

adjuster knob

Rebound Damper

High speed compression (HSC)

Assembly

adjuster knob

Air spring top cap

Crown

Detent plate

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

IFP spring

Bleed port

Sag o-ring

IFP tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Upper tube

Lower leg arch

Compression damper

IFP tube coupler

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Air spring piston

Foam ring

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Rebound damper piston

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (C1) Pike Select+ - Charger 3 RC2 - DebonAir+

23+

(C1) Pike Select

Charger

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Air cap

Rebound Damper

Assembly

Retaining screw

Air spring top cap

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Crown

Sag o-ring

Bleed Port

IFP spring

Upper tube

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Lower leg arch

Compression damper

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Rebound damper piston

Air spring sealhead

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (C1) Pike Select - Charger RC - DebonAir+

23+

(C1) Pike Base

Rush

DebonAir+

Air Spring Assembly

Compression Damper

Steerer tube

Assembly

Air cap

Rebound Damper

Assembly

Retaining ring

Air spring top cap

Low speed compression (LSC)

adjuster knob

Bottomless Token(s) 35 mm grey (optional)

Compression damper top cap

Crown

Sag o-ring

Bleed port

IFP spring

Upper tube

Lower leg arch

Internal floating piston (IFP)

Compression damper

Brake hose guide

Dust wiper seal

Foam ring

Air spring piston

Top out cup

Top out bumper

Air spring sealhead

Rebound damper piston

Air sealhead spacer

Retaining ring

Rebound damper sealhead

Air spring shaft

Rebound damper shaft

Air spring shaft insert

Crush washer

Maxle Stealth

Air spring bottom bolt

Crush washer

Rebound bottom bolt

Rebound adjuster knob

2023+ (C1) Pike Base - Rush RC - DebonAir+

ButterCups

- ZEB, Lyrik, Pike

- Ultimate

- Charger

3 RC2 and DebonAir+

Damper shaft (Ultimate - Charger 3 RC2)

Air spring shaft (Ultimate - DebonAir+)

ZEB (2023+ / A2+), Lyrik (2023+ / D1+), and

Pike (2023+ / C1+) Ultimate Charger 3 RC2

Pike (2023+ / C1+) DebonAir+ with ButterCups

Damper with ButterCups upgrade kits are

air spring upgrade kits are available and can

available and can be installed into

be installed into Select+, Select, and Base

Select+, Select, and Base fork models.

fork models.

Damper side ButterCups is NOT compatible

Air spring side ButterCups is NOT compatible

with Charger RC and Rush RC dampers.

with Dual Position Air air spring.

Upper ButterCups housing

Bushing

Upper bumper

O-ring

ButterCups shaft end plate

Lower ButterCups housing

Lower bumper

Bumper

O-ring

Lower housing alignment bolt

ButterCups - ZEB, Lyrik, Pike - Ultimate - Charger 3 RC2 and DebonAir+

Optional Upgrade

- Pressure Relief Valve

(PRV) Installation

- Select, Base

Pressure Relief Valves (PRV) can be installed onto ZEB (A2), Lyrik (D1), and Pike (C1) Select and Base model forks as a lower leg upgrade at any time.

Remove each PRV plug.

Pressurized air and oil may escape the lower leg when the plugs are

removed. This is normal.

4 mm

Clean the lower leg threads.

NOTICE

Do not spray cleaning fluid into the PRV bolt hole and into the

lower leg.

Apply grease to the new PRV assembly threads.

RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease

10 mm

Install each PRV assembly and tighten them to the specified torque.

Wipe away any excess grease.

10 mm

2 N·m (17 in-lb)

Optional Upgrade - Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) Installation - Select, Base

Lower Leg Removal and Service

50/200 Hour Service Lower Leg Removal

ZEB is pictured in this section. Procedures are the same for Lyrik and Pike unless otherwise described.

Remove the air valve cap.

Depress the Schrader valve and release all air pressure.

⚠CAUTION - EYE HAZARD

Verify all pressure is removed from the fork before proceeding.

Failure to do so can result in injury and/or damage to the fork. Wear

safety glasses.

Turn the rebound adjuster knob counterclockwise until it stops. This is

the full open/fast rebound setting.

RC2

Counterclockwise - Full Open Setting

Lower Leg Removal and Service

Strike each bolt head to dislodge the spring and damper shaft

ButterCups from the lower leg. The bolt head should contact the

bottom of the lower leg.

Remove each bottom bolt. Clean each bolt and set them aside.

Pike 27.5" and 29", Lyrik 29": Insert a 5 mm hex wrench into the bolt,

and tap the wrench to avoid damage to the lower leg.

NOTICE

Do not strike the fork lower leg with mallet as this could damage the

lower leg.

Mallet

Spring side

5 mm

Spring side

Mallet

Damper side

5 mm

Damper side

Mallet - 5 mm hex

Spring side

5 mm

Spring side

Mallet - 5 mm hex

Damper side

5 mm

Damper side

Lower Leg Removal

Firmly pull the lower leg downward until fluid begins to drain. Continue

pulling downward to remove the lower leg.

If the lower leg does not slide off of the upper tube or if oil does not

drain from either side, the press fit of the shaft(s) into the lower leg may

still be engaged. Reinstall the bottom bolts 2 to 3 turns and repeat the

previous step.

NOTICE

Do not strike the fork arch with any tool when removing the lower

leg as this could damage the lower leg.

50 Hour Service Continue the 50 Hour Service with Lower Leg Service.

200 Hour Service Continue the 200 Hour Service with Lower Leg Seal Service.

TRAVEL CHANGE

Ultimate, Select+, Select, Base: For DebonAir+ air spring travel change, the original air spring assembly must be removed.

Proceed to Air Spring Removal.

UPGRADE - DEBONAIR+ AIR SPRING WITH BUTTERCUPS

Select+, Select, Base: For DebonAir+ air spring replacement, the original air

spring assembly must be removed. Proceed to Air Spring Removal.

UPGRADE - CHARGER 3 RC2 DAMPER WITH BUTTERCUPS

Select+, Select, Base: For damper replacement, the original damper assembly

must be removed. Proceed to the appropriate Damper Service section for damper removal and installation procedures. Follow the applicable

steps to remove the original damper and insall the upgrade damper.

Select+: Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

Select: Damper Service - Charger RC

Base: Damper Service - Rush RC

Lower Leg Removal

200 Hour Service

Lower Leg Seal Service

Remove and discard the foam rings.

Remove the outer wire springs from the dust wiper seals.

Pick

Stabilize the lower leg on a bench top. Place the tip of a downhill

tire lever under the wiper seal. Press down on the downhill tire lever

handle to remove the seal.

Repeat on the other side. Discard the wiper seals.

NOTICE

Keep the lower leg stable. Do not allow the lower leg to twist in

opposite directions, compress toward each other, or be pulled apart.

This will damage the lower leg.

Downhill tire lever

Clean the inside and outside of the lower leg.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

Dowel

Lower Leg Seal Service

Soak new foam rings in Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube

Light.

Install the new foam rings into the lower leg.

Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension

Lube Light

Remove the outer wire spring from each new dust wiper seal and set

them aside.

Insert the narrow end of a new wiper seal into the recessed end of the

RockShox Dust Seal Installation Tool.

38 mm - ZEB

35 mm - Lyrik and Pike

RockShox Dust Seal Installation Tool

Stabilize the lower leg on a bench top. Hold the lower leg steady and

press, or tap with a mallet, the wiper seal into the lower leg until the top

of the seal is flush with the top of the lower leg.

Repeat on the other side.

NOTICE

Only press, or tap with a mallet, the wiper seal into the lower leg

until it is flush with the top surface of the lower leg. Pressing the

wiper seal below the top surface of the lower leg will compress the

foam ring.

RockShox Dust Seal Installation Tool

Mallet

Lower Leg Seal Service

DebonAir+

- Air Spring Service, Travel Change, and ButterCups Upgrade

A ZEB Ultimate air spring assembly is pictured in this section. Procedures are the same for ZEB, Lyrik, and Pike unless otherwise pictured or

described.

200 Hour Service

Air Spring Removal

⚠WARNING - EYE HAZARD

Verify all pressure is removed from the fork before proceeding. Depress the Schrader valve again to remove any remaining air pressure. Failure to

do so can result in injury and/or damage to the fork.

NOTICE

Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when

servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the

seal or o-ring. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol

onto each part and clean with a clean lint-free shop towel.

Apply SRAM Butter Grease to the new seals and o-rings.

SRAM Butter Grease

Remove the air spring top cap. Press down firmly when loosening the

top cap.

NOTICE

The fork top caps are tightened to a high torque value. Ensure the

fork is held securely in the bicycle stand. To avoid damage to the

top cap, press the top cap / cassette tool squarely and firmly down

when loosening. Use a socket wrench with a long handle for extra

leverage.

Clean the upper tube threads.

Top cap / Cassette tool

Remove the top cap o-ring and discard it.

Apply grease to a new o-ring and install it.

DebonAir+ - Air Spring Service, Travel Change, and ButterCups Upgrade

Clean the inside and outside of the upper tube.

Inspect the inside and outside of the upper tube for damage.

NOTICE

Scratches on the inside surface of the upper tube can cause air to

leak. Replace the crown steerer upper tube assembly if a scratch is

visible.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

Dowel

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

200 Hour Service

Ultimate - ButterCups Removal:

Continue with

ButterCups Removal - Air Spring Shaft - Ultimate.

200 Hour Service

Select+, Select, Base - Spring Service:

Continue with

DebonAir+ Air Spring Service.

TRAVEL CHANGE

Ultimate, Select+, Select, Base: For DebonAir+ air spring travel change, proceed to the appropriate section listed below.

Ultimate: Proceed to ButterCups Removal - Ultimate.

Select+, Select, Base: Proceed to DebonAir+ Air Spring Travel Change (optional).

UPGRADE - DEBONAIR+ AIR SPRING WITH BUTTERCUPS

Select+, Select, Base: For DebonAir+ with ButterCups air spring replacement,

proceed to Air Spring Installation.

Air Spring Removal

200 Hour Service

ButterCups Removal

- DebonAir+

- Ultimate

Clamp the lower ButterCups housing into a vise with Reverb Vise

Blocks on the wrench flats, with the air spring oriented upward.

Hold the air spring shaft for support and unthread the upper

ButterCups housing (25 mm) from the lower ButterCups housing.

Adjustable or 25 mm open end wrench

Remove the air spring assembly from the lower ButterCups housing

and set it aside.

Remove the ButterCups bumper from the lower ButterCups housing

and discard it.

Pick (non-metallic)

Remove the lower ButterCups housing from the vise. Clean the lower

ButterCups housing.

ButterCups Removal - DebonAir+ - Ultimate

Clamp the air spring shaft, 12 mm - 15 mm below the end of the shaft,

into the 10 mm slot of the Reverb Vise Blocks or RockShox Rear Shock

Vise Block with the air piston oriented downward.

Clamp the air spring shaft only tight enough so it does not spin when

the ButterCups shaft end plate is removed.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Do not clamp the air spring shaft in the middle of the shaft. Clamping

force will damage the air spring shaft. If the air spring shaft is

damaged, the air spring assembly must be replaced.

T25

Reverb Vise Blocks (10 mm)

Unthread and remove the ButterCups shaft end plate from the air

spring shaft.

Remove the ButterCups shaft end plate o-ring (large) and discard it.

The small o-ring does not need to be removed or replaced.

Remove the air spring shaft from the vise and vise blocks.

Remove the upper ButterCups housing and bushing assembly from the

air spring shaft and set it aside.

200 Hour Service

Ultimate, Select+, Select, Base:

Continue with DebonAir+ Air Spring Service.

TRAVEL CHANGE

Ultimate: Continue with DebonAir+ Air Spring Travel Change (optional).

ButterCups Removal - DebonAir+ - Ultimate

DebonAir+ Air Spring Travel Change

(optional)

Maximum fork travel can be changed by replacing the stock air spring shaft/piston assembly with a shorter or longer air spring shaft/piston assembly.

If maximum travel is increased or reduced, a longer or shorter air spring shaft/piston assembly must be installed. For example, to change travel on a

fork with a maximum of 140 mm of travel to a maximum of 160 mm of travel, a 160 mm air spring shaft/piston assembly must be installed.

Travel Change - Select+, Select, Base: The air spring shaft insert must be removed from the original air spring shaft and installed into the longer or

shorter air spring shaft.

Travel Change - Utimate: The ButterCups assembly must be removed from the original air spring shaft/piston assembly and installed into the longer

or shorter travel change replacement air spring shaft/piston assembly. Continue to step 2 below.

It may also be necessary to add or remove Bottomless Tokens if travel is changed. Refer to Air Spring Travel Change and Bottomless Tokens for

details.

Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for available air spring travel change and ButterCups damper and air spring

Upgrade kits. For part ordering information, please contact your local SRAM distributor or dealer.

Select+, Select, Base only: To change travel, the air spring shaft insert

must be removed.

Clamp the air spring shaft, 12 mm - 15 mm below the end of the shaft,

into the 10 mm slot of the Reverb Vise Blocks or RockShox Rear Shock

Vise Block with the air piston oriented downward.

Clamp the air spring shaft only tight enough so it does not spin when

the air spring shaft insert is removed.

Unthread and remove the air spring shaft insert from the air spring

shaft and set it aside. Remove the air spring shaft from the vise.

Remove the o-ring and discard it. Apply grease to a new o-ring and

install it.

5 mm

Reverb Vise Blocks (10 mm)

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Do not clamp the air spring shaft in the middle of the shaft. Clamping

force will damage the air spring shaft. If the air spring shaft is

damaged, the air spring assembly must be replaced.

TRAVEL CHANGE: The air spring shaft insert will be installed into the

new longer or shorter air spring shaft. Proceed to step 2.

Remove the air sealhead assembly and top out bumper from the air

spring shaft.

Clean the top out bumper.

Set the sealhead assembly aside.

If the fork requires service, discard the sealhead assembly and install

a new sealhead assembly in Step 7 (200 Hour Service Kit required). Go

to Air Spring Service for complete service procedures.

Ultimate: Proceed to step 4.

Pick (non-metallic)

DebonAir+ Air Spring Travel Change (optional)

Select+, Select, Base only: Clamp the new (longer or shorter) air spring

shaft into the 10 mm slot of the Reverb Vise Blocks or RockShox Rear

Shock Vise Block with the air piston oriented downward.

Clamp the air spring shaft only tight enough so it does not spin when

the air spring shaft insert is removed.

Apply Threadlocker Loctite 2760 (red) or equivalent to 2 to 3 threads

on the air spring shaft insert.

Install the insert into the shaft and tighten it.

Remove the air spring shaft from the vise.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Threadlocker Loctite 2760 - Red

5 mm

4 N·m (32 in-lb)

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Apply grease to the quad ring seal and air piston.

SRAM Butter Grease

Apply a liberal amount of grease to the air spring shaft.

SRAM Butter Grease

Apply a thin layer of grease to the top out bumper and install it onto the

air spring shaft.

SRAM Butter Grease

DebonAir+ Air Spring Travel Change (optional)

DebonAir+ Bottomless Tokens

Bottomless Tokens can be added to, or removed from the DebonAir+ top cap to fine-tune the bottom-out feel and spring curve. Use the table below to

help determine the number of Bottomless Tokens that can be used with each maximum fork travel option. If fork travel is changed from stock, it may

be necessary to add or remove Bottomless Tokens.

Refer to the RockShox Suspension Tuning and Setup Guide for more details. Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for

available air spring and Bottomless Token kits. For part ordering information, please contact your local SRAM distributor or dealer.

ZEB - 27.5" Boost & 29" Boost

Fork Travel

Bottomless Tokens (grey)

(mm)

Factory Installed

Maximum

190

180

170

160

150

Lyrik - 27.5" Boost & 29" Boost

Fork Travel

Bottomless Tokens (grey)

(mm)

Factory Installed

Maximum

160

150

140

Pike - 27.5" Boost & 29" Boost

Fork Travel

Bottomless Tokens (grey)

(mm)

Factory Installed

Maximum

140

130

120

DebonAir+ Bottomless Tokens Installation

(optional)

Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in your fork and create greater ramp at the end of the fork travel. Add or remove Tokens to tune your fork's

bottomless feel. Do not install more than the maximum number of Bottomless Tokens for your fork.

Install Bottomless Token(s) onto the air spring top cap, as desired.

Thread a Bottomless Token into another Bottomless Token, and/or into

the bottom of the top cap, and tighten.

8 mm

4 N∙m (35 in-lb)

Top cap / Cassette tool

DebonAir+ Bottomless Tokens

200 Hour Service

ButterCups Installation

- DebonAir+

- Ultimate

Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for available DebonAir+ Air Spring with ButterCups upgrade kits. For part

ordering information, please contact your local SRAM distributor or dealer.

The DebonAir+ air spring shaft ButterCups assembly is NOT compatible with Dual Position Air. Do not install a DebonAir+ air spring shaft ButterCups

assembly onto a Dual Position Air air spring shaft.

The DebonAir+ air spring shaft ButterCups assembly is NOT compatible with a DebonAir+ air spring shaft with a shaft insert installed (Select+, Select,

Base). Do not install a DebonAir+ air spring shaft ButterCups assembly onto a DebonAir+ air spring shaft if a shaft insert is installed. Remove the shaft

insert before installing a DebonAir+ ButterCups assembly.

Install the ButterCups upper housing and bushing assembly onto the

air spring shaft.

Apply grease to a new o-ring and install it onto the ButterCups shaft

end plate, over the threads.

Clean all grease from the threads.

SRAM Butter Grease

Apply Loctite Threadlocker 2760 (red), or equivalent, to the first two to

three full threads of the ButterCups shaft end plate.

Threadlocker Loctite 2760 - Red

ButterCups Installation - DebonAir+ - Ultimate

Position the upper ButterCups housing above the vise blocks.

Clamp the air shaft into the 10 mm slot of the Reverb Vise Blocks or

RockShox Rear Shock Vise Block.

Clamp the air shaft only tight enough so it does not spin when the

ButterCups is tightened.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause air to leak. Replace the air spring assembly if a

scratch is visible.

Do not clamp the air spring shaft in the middle of the shaft. Clamping

force will damage the air spring shaft. If the air spring shaft is

damaged, the air spring assembly must be replaced.

T25

RockShox Vise Blocks (10 mm)

T25

4 N∙m (32 in-lb)

Thread the ButterCups shaft end plate into the air shaft and tighten it.

Apply Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 (blue), or equivalent, to three full

outer threads on the lower ButterCups housing.

Theadlocker Loctite 242 - Blue

Install a new ButterCups bumper into the lower ButterCups housing,

wide end first.

Position the lower ButterCups housing and bumper onto the

ButterCups end plate.

Slide the upper ButterCups housing and bushing assembly up and

thread it onto the lower ButterCups housing finger tight.

ButterCups Installation - DebonAir+ - Ultimate

200 Hour Service

Air Spring Installation

Upgrade DebonAir+ Air Spring with ButterCups (Select+, Select, and Base): Follow the procedures below to install an optional DebonAir+ Air Spring

assembly with ButterCups Upgrade Kit.

Apply a liberal amount of SRAM Butter grease evenly around the end

of a clean plastic dowel, approximately 150 mm from one end. Use

the dowel to apply the grease to the inside surface of the upper tube,

approximately 150 mm into the tube.

Dowel and grease

150 mm

Apply grease to the air piston and sealhead outer o-rings.

SRAM Butter Grease

Upgrade only - DebonAir+ Air Spring with ButterCups: Apply grease

to the NEW air spring shaft above and below the sealhead. Slide the

sealhead and top out bumper up and down to spread the grease and

lubricate the seals.

SRAM Butter Grease

Air Spring Installation

With the crown steerer upper tube assembly clamped in the bicycle

work stand, orient the upper tubes upward and the steerer tube

oriented downward.

Insert the air spring assembly into the upper tube. Firmly push the air

piston into the upper tube.

Inject 1 mL of Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Heavy into the

upper tube, between the piston and sealhead, in the negative chamber.

1 mL

RockShox Bleed Syringe

Insert the air sealhead into the upper tube and firmly press it into the

upper tube until it stops.

Remove the o-ring from the spring spacer and discard it. Apply grease

to a new sealhead spacer o-ring and install it onto the sealhead spacer.

Upgrade only - DebonAir+ Air Spring with ButterCups: Apply grease

to the o-ring on the sealhead spacer.

SRAM Butter

Air Spring Installation

Insert the sealhead spacer into the upper tube, o-ring end first, and

seat it into the upper tube step until it stops.

Install a section of protective split plastic tube, or a shop towel, around

the air spring shaft to protect the shaft surface during installation.

Ultimate pictured.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

ZEB: Eyelet retaining rings have a sharper edged side and a rounder

edged side. Installing retaining rings with the sharper edged side

facing the tool will allow for easier installation and removal.

Guide the retaining ring with your finger to prevent scratching the air

shaft.

Split plastic tube

Retaining ring pliers

Place the tips of the retaining ring pliers into the eyelets of the retaining

ring, then use the pliers to push the sealhead into the upper tube while

installing the retaining ring into the groove.

Confirm the retaining ring is properly seated in the retaining ring

groove by using the retaining ring pliers to rotate the retaining ring

and sealhead back and forth a few times.

Remove the split plastic tube or shop towel from the shaft.

Air Spring Installation

Install a section of protective split plastic tube, or a shop towel, around

the air spring shaft to protect the shaft surface during installation.

Select+, Select, Base pictured.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Lyrik and Pike: Lift both prong ends from the center of the ring to open

the retaining ring for installation.

Insert the inner retaining ring prong end into the upper tube retaining

ring groove.

Split plastic tube

Using your thumb, guide and push the retaining ring edge, starting

at the installed prong end, around the upper tube edge and into the

groove.

The retaining ring is installed completely when the outer prong end

snaps into the groove.

Confirm the retaining ring is properly seated completely in the

retaining ring groove.

Remove the split plastic tube or shop towel from the shaft.

Inject or pour 3 mL Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Heavy

into the air spring upper tube.

3 mL

RockShox Bleed Syringe

Air Spring Installation

Install the air spring top cap into the upper tube and tighten it. Press

down firmly when tightening the top cap.

Top cap /

28 N∙m (250 in-lb)

Cassette tool

200 Hour Service

To continue with damper service, proceed to the appropriate damper service section.

Ultimate, Select+ - Charger 3 RC2 Damper: Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

Select - Charger RC Damper: Damper Service - Charger RC

Base - Rush RC Damper: Damper Service - Rush RC

TRAVEL CHANGE

Ultimate, Select+, Select, Base: To complete travel change only, proceed to Lower Leg Installation.

UPGRADE - DEBONAIR+ AIR SPRING WITH BUTTERCUPS

Select+, Select, Base: To complete DebonAir+ air spring upgrade installation,

proceed to Lower Leg Installation.

Air Spring Installation

Dual Position Air

(DPA)

- ZEB

- Air Spring Service

ButterCups are NOT compatible with Dual Postion Air. Do NOT install a ButterCups assembly onto a Dual Position Air spring shaft.

200 Hour Service

Air Spring Removal

⚠WARNING- EYE HAZARD

Verify all pressure is removed from the fork before proceeding. Depress the Schrader valve again to remove any remaining air pressure. Failure to

do so can result in injury and/or damage to the fork.

NOTICE

Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when

servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the

seal or o-ring. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol

onto each part and clean with a clean lint-free shop towel.

Apply SRAM Butter Grease to the new seals and o-rings.

SRAM Butter Grease

Remove the travel adjuster knob retaining nut.

10 mm

Remove the travel adjuster knob.

Remove the air spring top cap. Press down firmly when loosening the

top cap.

NOTICE

The fork top caps are tightened to a high torque value. Ensure the

fork is held securely in the bicycle stand. To avoid damage to the

top cap, press the top cap / cassette tool squarely and firmly down

when loosening. Use a socket wrench with a long handle for extra

leverage.

Clean the upper tube threads.

24 mm

Dual Position Air (DPA) - ZEB - Air Spring Service

Remove the top cap o-ring and discard it. Apply grease to a new o-ring

and install it.

Push the air shaft into the upper tube to prevent it from getting

scratched while removing the retaining ring.

Remove the retaining ring.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Retaining ring pliers

Thread the shaft bolt into the end of the air spring shaft for added grip.

With the shaft pushed half way into the upper tube, quickly and firmly

pull the shaft out to remove the sealhead and air spring assemblies

from the upper tube.

Remove the shaft bolt from the air spring shaft.

Air Spring Removal

DPA Air Spring Travel and Bottomless Tokens

To increase or decrease the travel in your RockShox ZEB fork, the air spring must be replaced with the appropriate length air spring shaft assembly.

For example, to change a ZEB with a maximum of 160 mm of travel to a maximum of 180 mm of travel, a 180 mm air spring shaft assembly must be

installed.

Bottomless Tokens can be added to, or removed from, the Dual Position Air (DPA) air spring assembly to fine-tune the bottom-out feel and spring

curve. Use the chart below to help determine the number of Bottomless Tokens that can be used with each maximum fork travel option. If fork travel is

changed from stock, it may be necessary to add or remove Bottomless Tokens.

Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for available air spring and Bottomless Token kits. For part ordering information,

please contact your local SRAM distributor or dealer.

ZEB - 27.5" Boost & 29" Boost

Fork Travel

Bottomless Tokens (red)

(mm)

Factory Installed

Maximum

180

170

160

DPA Bottomless Tokens Installation

(optional)

Bottomless Tokens reduce air volume in your fork and create greater ramp at the end of the fork travel. Add Tokens to tune your fork's bottomless

feel. Do not install more than the maximum number of Bottomless Tokens for your fork.

Install Bottomless Token(s) onto the DPA air spring shaft, as desired.

DPA Air Spring Travel and Bottomless Tokens

DPA Air Spring Travel Change and Bottomless Tokens

(optional)

It is optional to change maximum fork travel by replacing the stock air spring shaft assembly with a shorter or longer air spring shaft assembly. If

maximum travel is increased or reduced, use the new complete air spring shaft assembly in the following installation steps. It may also be necessary

to add or remove Bottomless Tokens. Refer to Air Spring Travel Change and Bottomless Tokens for details.

Refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog available at www.sram.com/service for the required spare part kits.

For part ordering information, please contact your local SRAM distributor or dealer.

200 Hour Service

Air Spring Service

Remove the sealhead and top out bumper from the air spring shaft.

Discard the sealhead.

Clean and inspect the shaft for damage.

Clean the top out bumper.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Remove the inner and outer air piston o-rings and discard them. Clean

the air piston.

Apply grease to new o-rings and install them.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air piston. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Install the top out bumper onto the shaft.

Apply a liberal amount of grease to the air spring shaft.

DPA Air Spring Travel Change and Bottomless Tokens (optional)

Insert the air spring piston into the upper tube. Firmly push the air

spring piston into the upper tube.

Inject 1 mL of Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Heavy into the

upper tube, between the piston and sealhead, in the negative chamber.

Insert the sealhead into the upper tube. Firmly press the sealhead into

the upper tube until it stops.

Insert the sealhead spacer into the upper tube. Firmly press the

sealhead spacer into the upper tube until it stops.

1 mL

RockShox Bleed Syringe

Retaining rings have a sharper-edged side and a rounder edged side.

Installing retaining rings with the sharper-edged side facing the tool

will allow for easier installation and removal.

Push the air shaft into the upper tube to prevent it from getting

scratched while installing the retaining ring.

Place the tips of the retaining ring pliers into the eyelets of the retaining

ring, then use the pliers to push the sealhead into the upper tube while

installing the retaining ring into the groove.

Confirm the retaining ring is properly seated in the retaining ring

groove by using the retaining ring pliers to rotate the retaining ring

and sealhead back and forth a few times, then firmly pull down on

the air shaft.

NOTICE

Do not scratch the air spring shaft. Scratches can cause air to leak.

Replace the air spring assembly if a scratch is visible.

Air Spring Installation

Thread a bottom bolt into the shaft 2 to 3 turns and pull the lower air

shaft out to approximately half way.

Remove the bolt.

Apply a liberal amount of grease to the top cap upper air spring shaft.

Install the upper air spring shaft into the upper tube and into the air

piston and lower air spring shaft.

The upper air spring shaft must be installed into the air piston and

lower air spring shaft before oil is added to the positive air chamber.

Inject or pour 3 mL Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Heavy

into the air spring upper tube.

3 mL

RockShox Bleed Syringe

Air Spring Installation

Thread the top cap assembly into the upper tube and tighten it. Press

down firmly when tightening the top cap.

24 mm

28 N·m (250 in-lb)

Place the adjuster knob onto the top cap with the long tab near the

back of the crown. Turn the adjuster knob counterclockwise until it

engages the first detent space.

Thread the knob retaining nut onto the threaded air valve body and

tighten the knob retaining nut.

10 mm

2 N·m (18 in-lb)

200 Hour Service

Ultimate, Select+ - Charger 3 RC2 Damper:

Continue with

Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2.

200 Hour Service

Select - Charger RC Damper:

Continue with

Damper Service - Charger RC.

200 Hour Service

Base - Rush RC Damper:

Continue with

Damper Service - Rush RC.

Air Spring Installation

Damper Service

- Charger

3 RC2

200 Hour Service

Controls Removal

- Charger

3 RC2

NOTICE

Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when

servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the

seal or o-ring. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol

onto each part and clean with a clean lint-free shop towel.

Apply SRAM Butter Grease to the new seals and o-rings.

SRAM Butter Grease

Rotate the compression adjuster knobs counterclockwise, to the full

open positions, until they stop.

Remove the (LSC) low speed compression knob retaining screw.

Remove the LSC adjuster knob.

2.5 mm

Loosen the (HSC) high speed compression knob set screw. Do not

remove the set screw.

2.5 mm

Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

200 Hour Service

Damper Removal

- Charger

3 RC2

Unthread the damper top cap and remove the damper assembly. Press

down firmly when loosening the top cap.

NOTICE

The fork top caps are tightened to a high torque value. Ensure the

fork is held securely in the bicycle stand. To avoid damage to the

top cap, press the top cap / cassette tool squarely and firmly down

when loosening. Use a socket wrench with a long handle for extra

leverage.

Top cap / Cassette tool

Clean the inside and outside of the upper tube.

Clean the upper tube threads.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

Dowel

200 Hour Service Ultimate - Charger 3 RC Damper - Damper Service: Continue with ButterCups Removal - Damper Shaft - Charger 3 RC2 -

Ultimate.

200 Hour Service Select+ - Charger 3 RC Damper - Damper Service: Continue with Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2.

UPGRADE - CHARGER 3 RC2 DAMPER WITH BUTTERCUPS

Select+, Select, Base: To install a Charger 3 RC2 damper assembly with

pre-installed ButterCups, proceed to Damper Installation - Charger 3 RC2.

Damper Removal - Charger 3 RC2

200 Hour Service

ButterCups Removal

- Charger

3 RC2

- Ultimate

Clamp the lower ButterCups housing into a vise with Reverb Vise

Blocks on the wrench flats, with the damper oriented upward.

Hold the damper shaft for support and unthread the upper ButterCups

housing (25 mm) from the lower housing.

Adjustable or 25 mm open end wrench

Remove the damper assembly from the lower cup and set it aside.

Remove the lower ButterCups bumper from the lower ButterCups

housing and discard it.

Do not remove the alignment bolt.

Pick (non-metallic)

Remove the lower ButterCups housing from the vise. Clean the lower

ButterCups housing.

ButterCups Removal - Charger 3 RC2 - Ultimate

Clamp the damper shaft into the 10 mm slot of the Reverb Vise Blocks

or RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks with the damper oriented

downward.

Clamp the damper shaft only tight enough so it does not spin when the

ButterCups shaft end plate is removed.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause oil to leak. Replace the rebound damper

assembly if a scratch is visible.

Do not clamp the rebound damper shaft in the middle of the shaft.

Clamping force will damage the rebound damper shaft. If the

rebound damper shaft is damaged, the rebound damper assembly

must be replaced.

T25

Reverb Vise Blocks (10 mm)

Unthread and remove the ButterCups shaft end plate from the damper

shaft.

Remove the upper ButterCups bumper and discard it.

Remove the upper ButterCups housing and bushing assembly from the

damper shaft.

ButterCups Removal - Charger 3 RC2 - Ultimate

200 Hour Service

Damper Service

- Charger

3 RC2

Clamp the damper IFP tube coupler (red) in a vise with Reverb Vise

Blocks, top cap oriented upward.

Reverb Vise Blocks - flat

Hold and secure the IFP tube with an open end wrench (28mm).

⚠WARNING

The top cap is spring loaded by the IFP spring. To prevent the spring

and top cap from ejecting outward when it is unthreaded, press down

on the socket wrench and top cap while unthreading the top cap.

Unthread the top cap from the IFP tube. Press down on the socket

wrench and top cap until the top cap is completely unthreaded.

Top cap / Cassette tool

28 mm

Remove the top cap and IFP spring from the IFP tube.

Remove the damper assembly from the vise.

Clamp the cartridge tube, on the wrench flats, into the vise with the

rebound damper oriented upward.

NOTICE

Place an oil pan below the vise to collect oil that drips.

Reverb Vise Blocks - flat

Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

Secure a shop towel around the cartridge tube under the sealhead to

absorb oil.

Unthread the sealhead from the cartridge tube.

Adjustable or 23 mm open end wrench

Two-Piece Rebound Sealhead: Unthread the red section of the

sealhead from the cartridge tube.

NOTICE

To avoid separation of the two seahead sections, only unthread the

sealhead from the cartridge tube at the red section.

Adjustable or 23 mm open end wrench

Remove the sealhead and rebound damper from the cartridge tube.

Remove the sealhead assembly from the rebound damper.

Discard the sealhead assembly.

Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

Clean the rebound damper assembly, check for scratches on the shaft,

and set it aside.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause oil to leak. Replace the rebound damper

assembly if a scratch is visible.

The solid band glide ring is not removable and only requires cleaning.

Do not remove.

NOTICE

Do not remove the solid band glide ring. The solid band glide ring is

not serviceable. Removal of the solid band glide ring will require a

new damper assembly.

The color of the solid band glide ring may vary.

Remove the cartridge tube from the vise and pour the damper oil into

an oil pan.

Oil pan

Clamp the damper tube assembly back into the vise on the IFP tube

coupler (red) hex wrench flats, with the IFP tube oriented upward.

Unthread and remove the IFP tube assembly from the IFP coupler (red).

Remove the cartridge tube from the vise and set it aside.

28 mm or adjustable open end wrench

Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

The IFP tube assembly may contain damping oil. Hold the IFP tube

assembly, with the exterior hex end downward, over shop towel.

From the exterior threaded end of the IFP tube, press the adjuster tab

and push the compression damper assembly out of the IFP tube until

the piston assembly exits the IFP tube. Oil will drain onto the shop

towel.

Shop towel

With the piston above the Reverb Vise Blocks, lightly clamp the

compression damper hex cam into the vise. Do not clamp on the set

screws.

The IFP tube should be below the vise blocks.

Reverb Vise Blocks - flat

Unthread and remove the (HSC) high speed compression nut from the

compression damper assembly.

Set the nut aside.

3 mm hex

Damper Service - Charger 3 RC2

Insert and install the IFP into the IFP tube, flat end/outer o-ring first, into

the outer threaded end of the IFP tube.

Press the IFP into the IFP tube until it is approximately 30 mm from the

end of the opposite (internal threads) end of the tube.

30 mm

Apply a light coat of suspension oil to the (HSC) high speed

compression/piston assembly shaft (outer/wider shaft).

From the hex end of the IFP tube, insert the (HSC) high speed

compression/piston assembly into and through the center of the IFP.

Press it into the IFP until the piston assembly is approximately 20 mm

above the internal thread end of the IFP tube.

Maxima PLUSH 7wt suspension oil

20 mm

Damper Assembly - Charger 3 RC2

Apply suspension oil to the (LSC) low speed compression/piston

assembly shaft and o-rings (inner/narrow shaft).

Maxima PLUSH 7wt suspension oil

Hold the piston to keep it from moving.

From the external threaded end of the IFP tube, insert the (LSC) low

speed compression shaft assembly, silver narrow end first, into the

(HSC) high speed compression/piston assembly shaft.

Push the (LSC) low speed compression/piston assembly until the

narrow silver shaft end protrudes through the piston bolt, until it stops,

snaps into place, and is completely seated. The narrow end of the LSC

shaft should protrude through the piston bolt.

Damper Assembly - Charger 3 RC2

Install each cam set screw (2 total) evenly finger tight. Tighten each to

the specified torque.

The set screws secure the (LSC) low speed compression shaft in the

(HSC) high speed compression shaft.

1.5 mm

0.56 N∙m (5 in-lb)

1.5 mm

0.56 N·m (5 in-lb)

Pull the piston up until it is above the end of the IFP tube.

Clamp the (HSC) high speed compression assembly into the vise at the

cam hex wrench flats. The piston should be above the vise blocks and

the IFP tube should be below the vise blocks.

Do not clamp on the set screws.

Reverb Vise Blocks

Damper Assembly - Charger 3 RC2

Install the compression nut onto the inner (LSC) low speed

compression rod end and tighten it.

The LSC adjuster will rotate when the nut is tightened. Rotate it

counterclockwise back to full extension after the nut is tightened.

Remove the assembly from the vise.

3 mm

1.13 N∙m (10 in-lb)

3 mm

Set the IFP: Using a non-metallic pick, push the IFP evenly into the

IFP tube until the hollow end (opposite side) is just below the IFP tube

bleed port hole (A). The IFP should not cover the bleed port hole.

Pick (non-metallic)

Damper Assembly - Charger 3 RC2

Clamp the cartridge tube assembly into the vise at the wrench flats with

the IFP tube/assembly oriented downward.

Reverb Vise Blocks - Flat

Tighten the IFP tube and IFP coupler onto the cartridge tube. When

tightened, the IFP tube, IFP coupler, and cartridge tube will all be

tightened to the same torque.

28 mm or adjustable wrench

28 mm

14 N·m (125 in-lb)

Secure a shop towel around the cartridge tube.

Pour suspension oil into the cartridge tube unti it is full.

Maxima PLUSH 7wt suspension oil

Apply grease to the wiper seal on the new rebound damper sealhead

assembly.

SRAM Butter Grease

Damper Assembly - Charger 3 RC2

Secure a shop towel around the damper tube to absorb displaced oil.

While pulling up on the rebound damper to maintain contact with the

sealhead, insert the rebound damper piston into the cartridge tube.

Continue to apply opposing pressure to the sealhead with the rebound

damper and thread the sealhead onto the end of the cartridge tube

until it is hand tight.

NOTICE

Do not push the rebound damper into the cartridge tube while

threading the sealhead onto the cartridge tube.

Tighten the sealhead to the specified torque.

Two-Piece Rebound Sealhead: Tighten the red section of the sealhead

to the cartridge tube.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause oil to leak. Replace the rebound damper

assembly if a scratch is visible.

Remove the damper from the vise.

Clean damper assembly.

23 mm

14 N·m (125 in-lb)

23 mm

14 N·m (125 in-lb)

200 Hour Service Select+: Charger 3 RC2 Damper - Damper Service: Continue with Damper Bleed - Charger 3 RC2.

Damper Assembly - Charger 3 RC2

200 Hour Service

ButterCups Installation

- Charger

3 RC2

- Ultimate

NOTICE

The Ultimate Charger 3 RC2 damper shaft ButterCups assembly is NOT compatible with Select+ Charger 3 RC2, Select Charger RC, and

Base Rush RC rebound damper shafts. Do NOT install a damper shaft ButterCups assembly onto a Select+ Charger 3 RC2, Select Charger RC, or

Base Rush RC damper shaft.

Install the upper ButterCups housing and bushing assembly onto the

damper shaft. Slide the assembly toward the rebound sealhead until it

stops.

Install a new upper ButterCups bumper, wide end first, onto the

damper shaft.

Apply Threadlocker Loctite 2760 (red), or equivalent, to the first three

full threads on the end of the end plate.

Threadlocker Loctite 2760 - Red

ButterCups Installation - Charger 3 RC2 - Ultimate

Clamp the damper shaft into the 10 mm slot of the Reverb Vise Blocks

or RockShox Rear Shock Vise Blocks.

Clamp the damper shaft only tight enough so it does not spin when the

ButterCups shaft end plate is tightened.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause oil to leak. Replace the rebound damper

assembly if a scratch is visible.

Do not clamp the rebound damper shaft in the middle of the shaft.

Clamping force will damage the rebound damper shaft. If the

rebound damper shaft is damaged, the rebound damper assembly

must be replaced.

T25

Reverb Vise Blocks (10 mm)

T25

5 N∙m (45 in-lb)

Thread the ButterCups shaft end plate into the damper shaft and

tighten it.

Install the lower ButterCups housing bumper into the lower ButterCups

housing, wide side down, in alignment with the bolt.

Apply Threadlocker Loctite 242 (blue), or equivalent, to three full outer

threads on the lower ButterCups housing.

Theadlocker Loctite 242 - Blue

ButterCups Installation - Charger 3 RC2 - Ultimate

Position the upper ButterCups housing and bumper above the vise

blocks.

Install the lower ButterCups housing/bumper assembly onto the

ButterCups shaft end plate; insert the bolt through the end plate bolt

hole.

Slide lower cup to the upper bumper end plate, and position the

alignment bolt through the hole on the end plate.

Thread the upper ButterCups housing onto the lower ButterCups

housing finger tight.

Remove the damper shaft from the vise and vise blocks.

Clamp the lower ButterCups housing into a vise with RockShox Vise

Blocks on the wrench flats, damper oriented upward.

Tighten the upper ButterCups housing onto the lower housing.

25 mm

14 N∙m (125 in-lb)

ButterCups Installation - Charger 3 RC2 - Ultimate

200 Hour Service

Damper Bleed

- Charger

3 RC2

Rotate the adjuster tab counterclockwise until it stops. This is the full

open position.

Insert the IFP coil spring into the IFP damper tube. The spring will rest

on top of the IFP.

Position the ButterCups (Ultimate), or rebound damper shaft (Select+),

end on a flat surface.

Ultimate with ButterCups is pictured. The procedure is the same for

Select+ without ButterCups.

Optional: Clamp the ButterCups or rebound damper shaft end in the

vise with Reverb Vise Blocks for added stability if needed.

To purge oil from above the IFP, the IFP must be manually compressed

into the IFP tube with the IFP spring, while the rebound damper is

compressed and cycled into the cartridge damper tube.

Locate the bleed line (C) on the rebound damper shaft. During the

bleed process, the damper should be compressed to the bleed line (C),

or to the total length (A) listed in the table below.

B - Rebound Shaft /

A - Total Damper

Fork Model Reference

Fork

Length (mm) when

Number (printed on

Compressed

rebound damper shaft)

Pike Ultimate with

100

ButterCups

360

Pike Select+ with no

150

ButterCups

Lyrik Ultimate with

200

ButterCups

377

Lyrik Select+ with no

250

ButterCups

ZEB Ultimate with

300

ButterCups

401

ZEB Select+ with no

350

ButterCups

Damper Bleed - Charger 3 RC2

Place a shop towel over the IFP spring.

Press the IFP coil spring down and into the IFP tube about half way,

and hold it steady. This pushes the IFP into the IFP tube and applies

opposing force, creating pressure within the cartridge tube.

While holding the IFP spring compressed, slowly push the damper

down about half way to the bleed line, then allow the damper to fully

extend. Repeat this 2 more times, or until air cannot be heard moving

through the damper.

⚠CAUTION

Oil may exit the cartridge tube bleed hole. Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed hole when

compressing the rebound damper.

Damper Bleed - Charger 3 RC2

While still holding the IFP spring compressed, slowly compress the

damper until the rebound sealhead is even with the bleed line (A) on

the rebound damper shaft. During the bleed process, the rebound

damper must not be compressed further than the bleed line (A) on the

rebound damper shaft.

A small amount of oil should purge from the bleed hole in the IFP tube.

Lift the damper up slowly, while maintaining pressure on the IFP spring,

and allow the rebound damper to extend. Compressing the IFP will

apply opposing pressure in the damper to allow the rebound damper

to extend fully.

Repeat this process 2 mores times (3 total).

The IFP tube may contain a small amount of oil after oil is purged from

the bleed port. Pour out any remaining oil from the IFP tube into an oil

pan before installing the top cap.

⚠CAUTION

Oil may exit the cartridge tube bleed hole. Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed hole when

compressing the rebound damper.

Purged oil

Damper Bleed - Charger 3 RC2

Clamp the red coupler in the vise.

Align the keyed end of the compression adjuster under the top cap (A),

with the (LSC) low speed compression damper adjuster tab (B).

While pushing down firmly and evenly, visually confirm the (LSC) low

speed compression adjuster tab engages the mating (LSC) low speed

compression damper adjuster tab.

Press the top cap down, compress the IFP spring, align the keyed

parts, and engage the top cap threads slowly when the keyed parts are

aligned and engaged.

Press down with the top cap tool and slowly thread the top cap onto

the cartridge tube.

NOTICE

The top cap threads will not engage if the keyed adjuster parts are

not aligned and engaged.

Do not cross-thread the top cap and IFP tube.

RockShox Top Cap Tool

When the threads are engaged properly, thread the top cap onto the

IFP tube and tighten to torque.

Top cap / Cassette tool

14 N∙m (125 in-lb)

Remove the damper from the vise.

With the rebound damper oriented downward, clamp the rebound

sealhead into the vise at the wrench flats.

Tighten the compression damper top cap to the specified torque.

Top cap /

Reverb Vise Blocks (flat)

14 N∙m (125 in-lb)

Cassette tool

Damper Bleed - Charger 3 RC2

103

Test Compression

- Charger

3 RC2

Temporarily install the LSC adjuster knob onto the compression

adjuster. Install and tighten the retaining screw finger tight.

Rotate the (LSC) low speed compression adjuster clockwise until

it stops at the last detent, until it stops. This is the firmest LSC

compression setting.

⚠CAUTION

Oil may exit the cartridge tube bleed hole. Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed hole when

compressing the rebound damper.

2.5 mm

During the damper test process, the rebound damper must not be

compressed further than the bleed line on the damper shaft.

Push the rebound damper into the cartridge tube slowly. Firm and

consistent resistance should be felt with no gaps in movement. Do not

push the rebound damper in further than the bleed line on the rebound

damper shaft.

A small amount of oil may purge from the bleed port.

Rotate the LSC compression adjuster counterclockwise to the full open

setting and repeat the compression test. Light consistent resistance

should be felt with no gaps in movement.

Cycle the rebound damper up and down with the compression adjuster

in the full open position, until oil no longer purges from the bleed port.

If gaps are felt during compression, repeat the oil fill and bleed

process. If the assembly process was successful, set the compression

damper to the open setting.

Remove the shop towel and wipe away any oil from the damper

assembly.

Remove the LSC adjuster knob when the test is complete.

est Compression - Charger 3 RC2

The High Speed Compression (HSC) and Low Speed Compression

Front

(LSC) adjuster knobs must be installed in the full clockwise/closed

positions with the alignment marks oriented as indicated.

LSC

HSC

Back

HSC - full clockwise/closed

LSC - full clockwise/closed

Rotate the large (HSC) High Speed Compression adjuster cam

clockwise, by hand, until it stops.

Install the HSC (LARGE) knob and align the (+) tick mark (A) with the

alignment tick mark (B) on the detent plate at the back of the crown.

Refer to the diagram above.

Tighten the HSC knob set screw.

Check function - Rotate the knob counterclockwise and confirm each

detent tick mark aligns with the tick mark on the detent plate.

2.5 mm

0.28 N·m (2.5 in-lb)

Controls Installation - Charger 3 RC2

108

Rotate the LSC adjuster cam full clockwise, with a 2.5 mm hex wrench,

until it stops.

2.5 mm

Install and position the LSC adjuster knob and position the knob with

the LSC (A) and HSC (B) alignment marks as pictured.

2.5 mm

Hold the LSC adjuster knob in place and tighten the retaining screw.

2.5 mm

0.56 N·m (5 in-lb)

Check function. Rotate the LSC (SMALL) knob counterclockwise and

confirm each detent tick mark aligns with the tick mark on the HSC

(LARGE) knob.

200 Hour Service Continue with Lower Leg Installation.

UPGRADE - CHARGER 3 RC2 DAMPER WITH BUTTERCUPS

complete the damper upgrade installation process, proceed to Lower

Leg Installation.

Controls Installation - Charger 3 RC2

Damper Service

- Charger RC

200 Hour Service

Controls Removal

- Charger RC

NOTICE

Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when

servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the

seal or o-ring. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol

onto each part and clean with a clean lint-free shop towel.

Apply SRAM Butter Grease to the new seals and o-rings.

SRAM Butter Grease

The compression damper must be in the full open position in order to

perform bleed procedure.

Turn the compression adjuster knob counterclockwise, to the full open

position, until it stop.

Charger RC

Remove the knob retaining screw and remove the adjuster knob.

2.5 mm

Damper Service - Charger RC

110

200 Hour Service

Damper Removal

- Charger RC

Unthread the damper top cap and remove the damper assembly. Press

down firmly when loosening the top cap.

NOTICE

The fork top caps are tightened to a high torque value. Ensure the

fork is held securely in the bicycle stand. To avoid damage to the

top cap, press the top cap / cassette tool squarely and firmly down

when loosening. Use a socket wrench with a long handle for extra

leverage.

Top cap / Cassette tool

Clean the inside and outside of the upper tube.

Clean the upper tube threads.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

Dowel

UPGRADE - CHARGER 3 RC2 DAMPER WITH BUTTERCUPS

Select: To install a Charger 3 RC2 damper assembly with pre-installed

ButterCups, proceed to Damper Installation - Charger 3 RC2.

Damper Removal - Charger RC

111

200 Hour Service

Damper Service

- Charger RC

Clamp the cartridge tube in a vise with Charger Vise Blocks.

Charger Vise Blocks

Unthread the top cap from the tube.

NOTICE

The cartridge tube and vise blocks must be dry and free of oil to

provide enough grip to unthread the top cap. If the cartridge tube

slips, clean and dry the tube and vise blocks.

The fork top caps are tightened to a high torque value. Ensure the

fork is held securely in the bicycle stand. To avoid damage to the

top cap, press the top cap / cassette tool squarely and firmly down

when loosening. Use a socket wrench with a long handle for extra

leverage.

Top cap / Cassette tool or 24 mm

Wrap a shop towel around the cartridge tube under the top cap to

absorb oil.

Carefully remove the compression damper.

Remove the cartridge tube and rebound damper assembly from the

vise and pour the oil into an oil pan.

Clean the exterior of the cartridge tube.

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Clamp the cartridge tube into a vise with Charger Vise Blocks.

Remove the rebound damper sealhead and rebound damper.

Remove the cartridge tube from the vise.

Charger Vise Blocks

19 mm

Remove the sealhead from the rebound damper shaft.

Discard the sealhead.

Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol into the

cartridge tube and clean the inside of the tube with a clean shop towel

and a thin dowel (≤16 mm diameter).

Inspect the inside of the cartridge tube for scratches.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause oil to leak. Replace the cartridge tube if a

scratch is visible.

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Slowly cycle the rebound damper in and out half way to remove air

bubbles trapped under the rebound damper piston.

Stop when no bubbles are visible in the oil.

Secure a plastic cable tie around the shaft A (mm) from the end of the

shaft.

Push the rebound damper into the cartridge tube until there is (A) mm

(length) of shaft extended. Do not push the damper into the tube any

further.

Fork

Fork travel (mm)

A (mm)

120

Pike

130

140

See table

140

Lyrik

150

104

160

150

160

ZEB

170

100

180

190

Pour 3wt suspension oil into the tube until the oil is just below the

(A) bleed holes.

Maxima PLUSH 3wt suspension oil

Damper Assembly - Charger RC

Cover the bleed holes with the shop towel.

Insert the compression damper into the cartridge tube and slowly

push it into the tube. The rebound damper will slowly extend as the

compression damper is installed; this is normal.

Firmly push the compression damper down, into the cartridge tube.

Thread the top cap into the tube.

⚠CAUTION

Oil will exit the cartridge tube bleed hole(s). Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed hole(s) when

compressing and installing the compression damper.

Top cap / Cassette tool

Tighten the top cap to the specified torque. Press down firmly when

tightening the top cap.

The rebound damper sealhead will be tightened onto the other end of

the cartridge tube simultaneously.

Top cap / Cassette tool

9 N·m (80 in-lb)

Pull the rebound damper to full extension.

Secure a plastic cable tie around the shaft A (mm) from the end of the

shaft.

Fork

Fork travel (mm)

A (mm)

120

Pike

130

25.5

140

See table

Lyrik

150

23.5

160

150

160

ZEB

170

180

190

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Cover the bleed hole(s) with the secured towel.

⚠CAUTION

Oil will exit the cartridge tube bleed hole(s). Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed hole(s) when

compressing the rebound damper.

Slowly push the rebound damper shaft into the tube until the cable

tie contacts the sealhead, then stop. Do not push the damper in any

further.

Slowly, pull the rebound shaft out to full extension.

Repeat 3-5 more times. This will allow any excess oil and air to escape

from the system.

Remove the bottom bolt. Remove the damper assembly from the vise

and clean it with a shop towel.

Do not remove the cable tie.

Damper Assembly - Charger RC

Test Compression

- Charger RC

Use the adjuster knob to rotate the compression cam clockwise, until it

stops, to the firm position.

The cable tie must be (A) mm from the end of the shaft. Do not

compress the rebound damper further than this point.

Fork

Fork travel (mm)

A (mm)

120

Pike

130

25.5

140

Lyrik

150

23.5

160

150

160

ZEB

170

180

190

Cover the oil bleed hole(s) with the secured towel.

⚠CAUTION

Oil will exit the cartridge tube bleed hole(s). Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed hole(s) when

compressing the rebound damper.

Push down on the damper assembly slowly to test the firmest

compression setting. Firm and consistent resistance should be felt with

no gaps in movement.

Rotate the compression damper to the open setting and repeat the

compression test. Light consistent resistence should be felt with no

gaps in movement.

If gaps are felt during compression, repeat the oil fill and bleed

process. If the assembly process was successful, set the compression

damper to the open setting and remove the cable tie.

est Compression - Charger RC

Damper Service

- Rush RC

200 Hour Service

Controls Removal

- Rush RC

NOTICE

Inspect each part for scratches. Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when

servicing your suspension. Scratches can cause leaks.

When replacing seals and o-rings, use your fingers or a pick to remove the

seal or o-ring. Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol

onto each part and clean with a clean lint-free shop towel.

Apply SRAM Butter Grease to the new seals and o-rings.

SRAM Butter Grease

The compression damper must be in the full open position in order to

perform the bleed procedure.

Turn the compression adjuster knob counterclockwise, to the full open

position, until it stops.

Charger RC

Remove the retaining screw and remove the knob.

Remove the glide ring and o-ring. Clean the top cap grooves.

2.5 mm

Damper Service - Rush RC

200 Hour Service

Damper Removal

- Rush RC

Unthread the damper top cap and remove the damper assembly. Press

down firmly when loosening the top cap.

NOTICE

The fork top caps are tightened to a high torque value. Ensure the

fork is held securely in the bicycle stand. To avoid damage to the

top cap, press the top cap / cassette tool squarely and firmly down

when loosening. Use a socket wrench with a long handle for extra

leverage.

Top cap / Cassette tool

Clean the inside and outside of the upper tube.

Clean the upper tube threads.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

Dowel

UPGRADE - CHARGER 3 RC2 DAMPER WITH BUTTERCUPS

Base: To install a Charger 3 RC2 damper assembly with pre-installed

ButterCups, proceed to Damper Installation - Charger 3 RC2.

Damper Removal - Rush RC

200 Hour Service

Damper Service

- Rush RC

Clamp the cartridge tube in a vise with Reverb Vise Blocks.

Reverb Vise Blocks (25 - 35 mm)

Unthread the top cap from the tube.

NOTICE

The cartridge tube and vise blocks must be dry and free of oil to

provide enough grip to unthread the top cap. If the cartridge tube

slips, clean and dry the tube and vise blocks.

24 mm

Wrap a shop towel around the cartridge tube under the top cap to

absorb oil.

Carefully remove the compression damper.

Remove the cartridge tube and rebound damper assembly from the

vise and pour the oil into an oil pan.

Clean the exterior of the cartridge tube.

Damper Service - Rush RC

Clamp the cartridge tube into a vise with Reverb Vise Blocks.

Unthread and remove the rebound damper assembly.

Reverb Vise Blocks (25-35 mm)

Adjustable or 19 mm open end wrench

The solid band glide ring is not removable and only requires cleaning.

Do not remove.

NOTICE

Do not remove the solid band glide ring. The solid band glide ring is

not serviceable. Removal of the solid band glide ring will require a

new damper assembly.

The color of the solid band glide ring may vary.

Remove the sealhead from the rebound damper shaft.

Discard the sealhead.

Damper Service - Rush RC

Spray RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol into the

cartridge tube and clean the inside of the tube with a clean shop towel

and a thin dowel (≤16 mm diameter).

Inspect the inside of the cartridge tube for scratches.

NOTICE

Scratches can cause oil to leak. Replace the cartridge tube if a

scratch is visible.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner or

Dowel

isopropyl alcohol

Remove the o-rings from the compression damper and discard them.

Apply grease to new o-rings and install them.

Apply grease to the inner seal and bushing in the new rebound damper

sealhead.

Damper Service - Rush RC

Clamp the cartridge tube into a vise with Reverb Vise Blocks. Pull the

damper shaft to full extension.

Reverb Vise Blocks

Pour Maxima PLUSH 3wt suspension oil into the tube until it is almost

half full. Slowly cycle the rebound damper shaft in and out half way to

remove air bubbles trapped under the rebound damper piston. Stop

when no bubbles are visible in the oil.

Maxima PLUSH 3wt suspension oil

Push the rebound damper into the cartridge tube until the rebound

shaft is at the (A mm) measurement.

Do not push the rebound damper into the tube any further.

Fork

Fork travel (mm)

A (mm)

120

Pike

130

Pike / Lyrik

140

150

Lyrik

See table

160

150

160

ZEB

170

180

190

Pour Maxima PLUSH 3wt suspension oil into the tube until the oil is just

below the bleed holes (A).

Maxima PLUSH 3wt suspension oil

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Remove the damper from the vise. Secure a shop towel loosely around

the damper cartridge over the bleed holes. Hold the damper vertical

and slowly pull the shaft out to full extension.

Remove the bottom bolt.

Slowly push the rebound damper shaft into the cartridge tube until

the rebound damper shaft is at the "B" measurement. Do not push the

rebound damper into the tube any further.

Fork

Fork travel (mm)

B (mm)

120

Pike

130

Pike / Lyrik

140

150

Lyrik

160

150

160

ZEB

170

180

190

See Table for Value

Extend the damper and push down to the "B" measurement 3-5 more

times. This will allow any excess oil and air to escape from the system.

Clean the damper.

⚠CAUTION

Oil may exit the cartridge tube bleed holes. Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed holes when

compressing the rebound damper.

Damper Assembly - Rush RC

Test Compression

- Rush RC

Use the compression adjuster knob to rotate the adjuster cam to the

closed position, full clockwise until it stops.

Cover the bleed holes with a shop towel.

⚠CAUTION

Oil may exit the cartridge tube bleed holes. Wear safety glasses

and keep your eyes and face away from the bleed holes when

compressing the rebound damper.

Push down on the damper assembly slowly, about half way, to test the

firmest compression setting. Firm and consistent resistance should be

felt with no gaps in movement.

Rotate the compression damper to open setting and repeat the

compression test. Light consistent resistance should be felt with no

gaps in movement.

If gaps are felt during compression, repeat the oil fill and bleed

process. If the assembly process was successful, set the compression

damper to the open setting and remove the cable tie.

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Install the lower leg assembly onto the upper tubes and slide it just

enough to engage the upper bushings with the upper tubes.

NOTICE

Make sure both wiper seals slide onto the tubes without folding the

outer lip of either seal.

The inside bottom of the lower leg should not contact the air spring

shaft and damper shaft, or ButterCups(s) (Ultimate). A gap between the

shafts, or ButterCups(s) (Ultimate), and the lower leg bolt holes should

be visible.

Position the fork at an angle with the bolt holes oriented upward.

Inject Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Light into each lower

leg through the bottom bolt holes.

NOTICE

Do not exceed the recommended oil volume per leg as this can

damage the fork.

Fork

Damper Side (mL)

Spring Side (mL)

ZEB

Lyrik

Maxima PLUSH Dynamic Suspension Lube Light

See Table

Pike

Lower Leg Installation

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Slide the lower leg assembly toward the crown until it contacts the

shaft ends, and it stops.

The air spring and damper shaft, or ButterCups(s) (Ultimate) should be

visible through the bottom bolt holes.

Verify each shaft or ButterCups (Ultimate) is centered and seated in the

lower leg shaft/bolt hole, and no gap is visible between the lower leg

and each threaded shaft or ButterCups (Ultimate).

Align the shaft or ButterCups (Ultimate) into the bottom bolt holes if

needed.

Spring side

Damper side

200 Hour Service

Remove the old crush washers from each bottom

bolt.

Hold the crush washer with needle nose pliers and unthread it from the

bolt by turning the bolt counterclockwise. Discard the crush washers.

Clean the bolts and install new crush washers.

NOTICE

Do not damage the bolt threads.

Do not reuse crush washers or crush washer retainers. Dirty or

damaged crush washers can cause oil to leak from the fork.

5 mm

Pick

5 mm

Needle nose pliers

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Install the solid bottom bolt into the spring side shaft.

Install the hollow bolt into the damper side shaft.

Tighten each bolt.

5 mm

Spring side

5 mm

6.8 N∙m (60 in-lb)

5 mm

Damper side

5 mm

6.8 N∙m (60 in-lb)

Apply a small amount of grease to the end of the rebound adjuster rod

to assist with installation.

Install the rebound adjuster knob onto the rebound damper bottom

bolt.

Press the knob firmly onto the bolt until it clicks into place.

Tighten the set screw.

Refer to your pre-service recorded rebound setting to adjust the

rebound damping.

SRAM Butter Grease

RC2

2.5 mm

0.84 N∙m (7.5 in-lb)

SRAM Butter Grease

2.5 mm

0.84 N∙m (7.5 in-lb)

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Refer to your pre-service recorded settings, or use the air chart on the

fork's lower leg, and pressurize the air spring.

You may see a drop in the indicated air pressure on the pump gauge

while filling the air spring; this is normal. Continue to fill the air spring to

the recommended air pressure.

Compressing the fork will equalize the positive and negative air

chambers. After the fork is cycled 3-4 times, check the pressure and

add air as needed.

Shock pump

Install the air valve cap.

Clean the entire fork.

RockShox Suspension Cleaner

This concludes the service of your RockShox suspension fork.

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