[iljicS]

It seems my next fork will be a '06 FOX DH40R, I know the only differences between the R and RC2 modell is the external low/high speed compression adjuster, my question is: has the R inner adjusters or it's not possible to adjust the compression on R modells ?

 

[Jimmy_Pop]

i have the R model and you control compression with the correct spring for your weight the externally adjustable pre-load knob. it works too. I love my 40R.

 

[ender]

I believe the 2006 fox 40 only comes in the rc2 version. I don't see an r model at the fox site nor any retail sites.

 

[iljicS]

The R is on the FOX's website for sure, go here: http://www.foxracingshox.com/fox_bicycle/bike_index.htm

Click on forks than choose the 40, click on specifications.

 

[DIRTWRKS]

I have a 40R and there is no way that you can adjust compression, however my local service center tells me that some internal adjustments can be made to up the compression and make the fork feel more progressive, I have not found the need to that just yet and I am using the original Ti spring.

 

[Transcend]

Controlling spring rate is NOT controlling compression damping...big difference there.

The service center is talking about the large cone adjuster at the bottom of the fork. It is used to control overall damping feeling and bottom out.

 

[ender]

The R is on the FOX's website for sure, go here: http://www.foxracingshox.com/fox_bicycle/bike_index.htm

Click on forks than choose the 40, click on specifications.

oops, you're right. I didn't see any at beyondbikes or jenson.

 

[iljicS]

I have another question... I have Hayes Mag brakes with 8" rotors, which adapter I need to fit the caliper on the fork ?

 

[Banga]

Ive had a 40R for about a month now, Im realy happy with it.
compression seems right on, for me at least.

See if you can get a ride on one and decide from that.

 

[dhkid]

you would need a 6in adaptor

 

[mijnnewt]

the preload and rebound can be changed, but compression cannot be changed with the DH40. I own a RC2, I like the lowspeeds compression alot. It keeps the fork from diving. Fast-speed i didn't change at all.

 

[buildyourown]

You could adjust the compression with oil weight. The shiver only has adjustable rebound and preload. I just ran 10wt oil and backed the rebound out.

 

[Transcend]

You could adjust the compression with oil weight. The shiver only has adjustable rebound and preload. I just ran 10wt oil and backed the rebound out.

Anything other then stock fox oil (about 7wt) will void the warranty. It is NOT made to be changed.