User Guide

Platform Valve
On bikes equipped with a Manitou Stable Platform Valve™ (SPV)™ rear shock,
you can adjust the bike’s pedaling efficiency by increasing the air pressure in the
SPV air cartridge. Increasing the air pressure will resist pedal-induced bobbing.
Decreasing the air pressure will make the suspension more sensitive to small
bump forces. Please refer to the individual shock manufacturer’s technical manual
for specific information on how to adjust SPV shock.
Sag
All Giant dual suspension bikes rely on sag for their suspensions to work efficiently.
Please take a few moments to read through this guide to understand sag as it
applies to your bicycle. Setting bike’s sag will greatly enhance your riding
experience and the performance of bicycle.
Rebound Damping
Rebound damping controls the rate of speed at which the shock returns to its
original position after responding to a bump force. Rebound damping prevents the
shock from returning to its fully extended position too quickly. This is desirable
because it improves the rear suspension’s sensitivity to small bumps and the tire’s
ability to stay in contact with the ground. It also helps reduce unwanted motion
from the rear suspension when the bike encounters a bump while the rider is
seated. Typically, the heavier the rider [and higher the neccessary spring rate], the
more rebound damping is required. Please refer to this guide for details on how to
set rebound damping date. You should also refer to the individual shock
manufacturer’s technical manual for specific information.