Quoted post said:Originally posted by Dgf
I have a couple of newbie questions regarding these forks.
I've checked the manufacturers website but they don't give
advice on maintenance. Firstly, there is a nipple on each of
the fork arms with a "microlube" sticker under
it. How do I lube the fork using this nipple and what type
of lube do I use? How often should it be lubricated if
I'm riding 20-30Km a day on mostly single track and
fire trail?
Secondly, should I keep a thin film of grease on the
"piston" part of the fork? If so, what type of
grease/lubricant?
Thanking you in advance.....
Hi there..
I own a set of similar forks so can help you out hopefully.
To lube that fork you'll need a special manitou grease gun and tube of Prep-M grease - Should be available at your local mountain bike store - Not too expensive. With those kinds of distances I'd be inclined to put a few squirts in each fork leg about once a week, maybe more if it's been particularly filthy or raining. Don't put too much in at once.. 2-3 good squirts is all it needs to keep moving well really, as long as you keep it clean and don't remove the boots...
I do put a thin film on the fork leg inners (or 'pistons'😉, using the same grease, as I don't like to mix different greases - Seems to work for me!
Otherwise they don't need much more maintenance than that on a regular basis. Occasionally they'll need to be pulled apart and fully serviced but you can leave that to your bike store if you feel safer - But it's probably not hard if you can get your hands on a manual - I'll see if I can find an electronic copy - I think I had one once...
