User Guide

General Set-up Guidelines

FOX Racing Shox offers several different variations of Podium shock absorbers. Each

has different external adjustments available to modify the characteristics of the shock

absorber to suit different riding conditions and rider weights. All FOX Podium Shox can

also be re-valved internally if the external adjustments do not offer a wide enough range

for a given riding condition. FOX Racing Shox recommends that an authorized dealer

handle all re-valving and rebuilding of your Podium shocks.

Podium Comp:

The external adjustment available on the Podium Comp line of shock absorbers is limited

to Spring Preload. This adjustment allows the rider to adjust the front and rear ride

height of the vehicle to suit their weight. See ‘Spring Preload Adjustment’ for further

information on this adjustment.

Spring Preload Adjustment:

Setting the spring preload on your vehicle is very important. The amount of preload on

the shock affects the ride height of the vehicle, and the consequent angles of the

suspension components. These aspects directly affect the handling of your vehicle. The

following instructions will help you set the ride height on your ATV. You will need to

find a level surface (i.e. concrete shop floor) to perform this accurately.

Rear End:

1. Lift the rear of the ATV until the tires are off of the ground.

2. Measure the distance between the center of the rear axle and a fixed point on the

frame directly above it.

3. Place the rear end back on the ground, and have the rider sit on the ATV in a

normal riding position. The rider should be wearing all of their riding gear.

4. Take another measurement from the same point on the rear axle to the same point

on the frame. The difference between the two measurements is the rear ride

height sag.

5. Adjust the spring preload ring by threading it up or down the body of the shock

until the sag measures to be within the limits set by your vehicle manufacturer.

On shocks with spring preload lock collars, you will first need to loosen the lock

collar before adjusting the preload. Be sure to retighten the lock collar after any

adjustment has been made.

Front End:

1. The procedure for setting the front ride height is the same as for the rear, except

you will need to adjust both sides at the same time. Make sure the amount of sag

measures the same on both sides of the vehicle.

When setting the sag, if either end has to be changed significantly, it is a good idea to re-

measure the opposite end after making the changes to make sure it is still within the

correct range. Most ATV’s have springs selected for average riders. Very light or heavy

riders may need to change spring rates to achieve proper spring preload