RockShox Pike RCT3

ptenny

First post, so go easy

I've just bought a Cannondale Jekyll with the RockShox Pike RCT3, I've set them up to the recommended pressure etc and fitted 1 bottomless token. They feel fine for normal riding, but I hit a few larger drops yesterday and they bottomed out.
I'm about 96KG with my bag etc so put 90psi in the shock, set everything else up as recommended.

Should I add more air or another token?

I've never had such luxuries in life to worry about this kind of thing before :twisted:

JGTR

The recommended settings are only a recommendation and may not be the best setting for you, you could try more air but this may make the fork feel stiff and you may lose small bump sensitivity.

Adding a token will help reduce bottoming out but still allow you to run 90 psi if that's what you feel is correct pressure for you.

The Rookie

Did you set them up by sag? Only way to set the baseline pressure (and removes issues with dodgy gauges!).

Danieljephcott

was just about to say the exact same thing. I set mine up using the recommend amount and being a heavy guy it was pointless.

sag is the only way to go, if it continues id add another token to see how that is or try a few clicks on the charger to see if that helps.

ptenny

I didn't set it up to the sag.. I think it was 20% or 20mm when I looked but can't remember.
What should this be?

Thanks for the help

cooldad

Start at 25% of travel and fiddle from there.

ptenny

Ok thanks, will have a go later and see.

ptenny

Added a second token and setup to around 90psi with 25% sag.
I'll see how I get on. 8)

ptenny

Feels good with that setup, will keep an eye on it.
Thanks for the help