IP-036 Shock Tune

[charlesrg]

I remember some folks fiddling with the shock tune and changing to a medium or hard mode.
Does anyone remember or have posted any results ? I've been going over the threads but could not find much conclusion on this science.

I've a Monarch XX 165x38 and it's working well, however it often get close to bottom, I'm 182lbs and running about 140psi. It also gets hot while riding technical trails but I think that's normal.

If anyone can report on improvements on tuning changes, it would be much appreciated.

[faintvisions]

I remember finding the information on the original huge mtbr thread. I think the conclusion was for a high rebound / high compression tune for the monarch rt3.

I'm in the same boat as you with a monarch xx with full sprint dual lockouts. I've got the rebound maxed out and running higher psi  (160 psi) though I weigh less than you at 170. I still feel the suspension is a bit plush for my liking with noticeable pedal bob.

I just had a look through the RS spare parts catalog (see url below). On page 92-93, there appears to be a tune assembly allowing for the high/high tune on the XX. I haven't had a chance to run by the lbs to see if they can order the parts but that appears to be the only solution I could dig up. Anyone attempt this solution?

11.4118.023.034
Tune assy, Monarch XX/RL Reb-High/Comp-High (CF-110lbs), LF-430, B1(XX, RL)

I really don't want to give up the dual lock-outs so ideally like to find a solution. Otherwise I might switch the shock out for a cane creek dbinline which will allow tinkering.

https://sram-cdn-pull-zone-gsdesign.netdna-ssl.com/cdn/farfuture/T5Coy54Hgq43B4xSh0qDwgjyFHCxT0DJowKdNO6OKVs/mtime:1434644080/sites/default/files/techdocs/2016_rockshox_spc_reva.pdf

[faintvisions]

I called a local suspension specialist. The H/H tune assembly is $50, takes about a week to arrive to the shop. Labor quoted at $80 so $130 to change the tune. Will report back once I spend some time on the new tune.

[Carbon_Dude]

I recently had my Fox Float CTD Boost shock into Fox because I though I was having an issue with the compression damping not working in the three modes.  I spoke extensively with the tech about shock tunes and have determined that if I wanted a firmer tune, I would just send it into Fox to have them change out the components.  Why?  For one, the cost is really about the same, possibly less than the aftermarket tuners, and two, if you have another other problems with the shock and you send it into Fox, they will need to pull out the aftermarket parts and replace them with Fox components anyway.  After much discussion, I've determined that my shock tune is fine for my riding style and the trails I ride.  I just upped the pressure to 275psi for a nice firm ride.