FUNDAMENTALS OF SUSPENSION SET-UP

Setting up your suspension needn’t be a scary process, says World Cup mechanic Jules McLean

- JULES MCLEAN

Knowing how to set up your bike’s suspension is the first step towards becoming a better rider, because a badly adjusted bike will fight you every step of the way. On the other hand, a good set-up will improve the ride feel and handling, giving a huge boost to your confidence. There’s no escaping that it can be a daunting process though, even for experienced riders. There’s no shortage of complicated, and often conflicting, information out there, and this can make it hard to know where to start. So if you’ve been putting off adjusting the dials and messing about with pressures, here are a few tips to help get you started on the right path.

SETTING SAG