RAAW Mountain Bikes V3 Madonna Fox Factory Rolling Chassis User Manual

RAAW Mountain Bikes V3 Madonna Fox Factory Rolling Chassis

Specifications

• Fork/Frame Travel: 170/160 mm
• Max Tire Width: 2.6 inches (66 mm)
• Rear Hub: 148*12
• Derailleur: 1x only, Boost, max. 36t chainring
• Bottom Bracket: 73 mm BSA / ISCG05
• Brake Mount: 203 mm Postmount
• Headset: 56 / 56 Zero stack
• Main Pivot Bearings: 2 x 6906-2RS1 (47309)
• Rocker Pivot Bearings: 2 x 6002-2RS1 (32159)
• Other Bearings: 8 x 6902-2RS1 (28157)
• Material: AL 6066 T6
• Seatstay Options: RAAW Seatstay / UDH Seatstay

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly

Follow the assembly details provided in the manual for setting up your bike correctly.

Setup

Before your ride, ensure your bike is properly set up. Check tire pressure, suspension settings, and any personal adjustments needed.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Regularly clean your bike to maintain its performance. Refer to the manual for guidelines on proper cleaning and bearing replacement.

FAQ

• What should I do if I have questions or issues with my RAAW bike?
  • If you have any questions or problems, contact customer support at hello@raawmtb.com for assistance.
• What is the warranty policy for RAAW bikes?
  • The warranty conditions are outlined in the manual. Ensure you have the original invoice for any warranty claims.
• How should I set up my RAAW bike before riding?
  • Prior to your first ride, take the time to familiarize yourself with your bike. Adjust settings like fork pressure, suspension clicks, and tire pressure according to your preferences and riding style.

Foreword

Cheers! This is a toast to good times and to many kilometres on your new bike! Thank you very much for flying with us. It truly means a lot to us that you decided to purchase a RAAW. Whatever it was that convinced you to make the decision, I’m sure we are on the same page when it comes to taste and priorities in bikes! In an ever-growing industry driven by massive sales numbers and market shares, we prefer to sit in a little corner with the simple goal of enjoying bikes. Both riding and working with bikes is what motivates us. We’re not driven by shareholders or demanding sales channels. We’re here to make the bikes we ride and want you to know that we’ve got your back whenever you need support. In this owner‘s book you can find everything you need to know about your new bike, plus we have an extensive knowledge base online. If there is anything you need help with, or you are simply interested in learning more, feel free to get in touch.

Enjoy the ride!

Ruben

General Information

This user manual provides you with all the necessary information for initial start-up, intended use and regular maintenance. However, these instructions cannot cover all aspects or replace expert knowledge. If you have any questions or individual points remain unclear, it is absolutely necessary to contact our customer support. Any assembly, repair and maintenance work must be done by a professional mechanic or a specialist with comparable qualifications and using the appropriate tools. The bike may only be assembled with components that are suitable according to the technical specifications. At regular intervals, the frame as well as all components must be checked for proper functioning in order to avoid damage or unusual wear. Wearing a helmet, kneepads and protective clothing during riding is strictly recommended to minimize the risk of injury. The rider is always fully responsible for his own riding.

1. Your New Bike
2. Head Tube
3. Top Tube
4. Down Tube
5. Seat Tube
6. Bottom Bracket
7. Rocker Link
8. Shock
9. Upper Shock Mount
10. Lower Shock Mount
11. Seatstays
12. Chainstays
13. Brake Mount
14. Derailleur Hanger
15. Dropouts
16. Main Pivot
17. Rocker Pivot
18. Frame Number
19. Chain Guide Mount
20. Bottle Cage Mount
21. Gear Mount
22. Rear Wheel Axle

Our products may only be assembled and maintained by professional mechanics. All bolts must be tightened to the specified torque settings and checked regularly before each ride. All components should be checked for cracks and deformations before each ride. After a crash or accident, all components must be checked before continuing to ride and damaged components must be replaced. Our products may only be used in the specified field of application. Failure to observe these instructions can result in serious injury or death.

Geometry & Suspension

Technical Specifications

• Travel rear/ front
• 160 / 170

Wheel size

• 29” (740–755 mm) (27.5” rear option)

Max tyre width

• 2.6” (66 mm)

Rear hub

• 148*12

Shifting

• One-by only, boost, 36t max

BB

• 73 mm BSA / ISCG05

Brake

• 203 mm Postmount

Seat tube diameter

• 31.6 mm inside, 35 mm outside

Internal seatpost routing

• Yes

Seatpost max insert

• S 220 mm / M 245 mm / L 268 mm
• XL & XXL 294 mm

Seatstay option

• RAAW Seatstay

UDH Seatstay

• Technical Specifications

Headset

• 56 / 56 Zero stack

Cable routing

• All external

Shock hardware

• Ball bearings and hardware included

Bearings main pivot

• 2 x 61808-2RS1 (52407)

Bearings rocker pivot

• 2 x 6002-2RS1 (47309)

Bearings other pivots

• 8 x 6902-2RS1 (28157)

Recommended fork dimensions

• ATC 587.7 mm – Offset 44 mm

Shock dimensions

• 20565 / 20560 – Trunnion

Weight

• 3.9 kg (incl. all hardware, w/o shock, size M)

Material

• AL 6066 T6

Colours

• Matt Black
• Raw with matt clear coat

Spare Parts

Bad luck, you’ve bent your derailleur hanger! And now? To make sure you’re back on the trails as soon as possible, we have all frame-specific parts available on our website. Having an additional derailleur hanger in your toolbox could also really save your holidays

RIDING SAFETY & WARRANTY

The Madonna is a mountain bike designed to ride up and down mountains and can be used for all types of trails, including bikeparks. Riding your bike is at your own risk and you are always fully responsible for your own actions. RAAW Mountain Bikes is not liable for any personal injury or property damage associated with the use of the bike. We recommend that you always wear a helmet, knee pads and protective clothing and ride within the limits of your skills and experience.  It’s also worth noting that your Madonna might not be legal to ride on public roads in some countries without the necessary reflectors and safety equipment on the bike. Damage caused by improper use is excluded from warranty such as:

• Use of incompatible components
• Not following the assembly instructions and torque settings
• Exceeding the maximum system-weight
• Lack of maintenance
• Improper assembly
• Structural modifications to the frame
• Modification of the frame surface, such as a new paint job

Maximum Permitted Weight

The correct function and stability of the frame and components are only guaranteed up to a maximum system weight of 130 kg. The system weight is the sum of the bike, rider and additional accessories such as a backpack. Exceeding the maximum weight can lead to exceptional stress and a shorter life time. In addition, unforeseeable material failures are not excluded.

Warranty

Our frames are produced by one of the world’s best frame manufacturers, Genio Bikes in Taiwan. The frames are tested to ISO and additional in-house standards. We guarantee a high quality and provide a warranty service for five years for the first and second owners. If you have any questions or issues, please contact us: at hello@raawmtb.com

The warranty policy covers manufacturing and material failure. Further conditions are:

• The warranty service applies to the first and second owners with the original purchasing date being the start of the warranty period. We recommend creating a sales contract when selling your RAAW to prove second ownership and supplying the original invoice to the second owner.
• The original invoice is mandatory for warranty services, also for the second owner.
• Costs for third-party components that require replacement are not covered by RAAW.
• RAAW does not cover costs from third parties in the warranty process, such as assembly by a bike shop.
• RAAW reserves the right to offer equivalent products as replacements, such as newer models or differing colors.
• The defective components become property of RAAW after replacement.
• A warranty exchange does not extend the warranty period.
• Compensation in any form during the warranty process isn’t provided by RAAW.
• Shipping costs are covered by RAAW, with the exception of express shipping.

What is excluded from, or voids the warranty:

• Exceeding the maximum permitted weight and improper use voids the warranty.
• Deformation of the frame surface is excluded from the warranty but might be applicable for our crash replacement program.
• Usage of components that aren’t approved void the warranty.
• Paint is excluded from the warranty.
• Damage caused by a crash, a lack of maintenance, wear and corrosion are excluded from the warranty.
• Structural modifications, grinding and changes to the surface such as painting void warranty.
• The warranty period for bearings and seals is one year.
• Damage to derailleur hangers is excluded from the warranty.

Crash Replacement

Bad things can happen and crashes are a part of our sport. If you happen to damage your Madonna frame, we offer a crash replacement program over a period of five years. Our crash replacement program is an additional program we offer to support you when things don’t go your way. The crash replacement is valid on frames that are damaged up to the point where it becomes a threat to your safety. It is upon us to judge if this is the case or not. Intentionally caused damage is excluded from our policy. If you have a damaged frame and would like to use our crash replacement program, please send us good quality photos and a description of the incident causing the damage. We also need the original invoice, but you don’t need to be the first owner. If your case is within our policy we will send you an offer that roughly translates in a 35% discount on the part of the frame that is damaged. This way you will only have to replace the damaged parts. The damaged frame has to be sent back to us. We have stock of frames and hardware for warranty and crash replacement, but we keep the right to offer the best alternative if a certain model, color or size is not available. If you have any questions or issues, please contact us: at hello@raawmtb.com

ASSEMBLY DETAILS

Bike Assembly

Once you have all your components and are ready to assemble your bike, we recommend watching our ‚RAAW Madonna V3 Bike Build‘ video which you can find on our Knowledge Base. There you’ll also find the recommended component assembly order and all the details relating to step-by-step frame and bike assembly. Assembly should always be carried out, or at least be double- checked, by a trained bicycle mechanic or a person with comparable qualifications

Torque Settings

All frame bolts require a specific torque setting that are shown in the image below. Under- or over-tightening bolts may result in damage to the components. The brake mount bolts need to be assembled with medium thread-locker. The frame bolts require grease on the contact surfaces and a small amount of medium thread lockers on the threads. The cable guide bolts should be greased before assembly.

1. Main Axle 50 Nm
2. Frame Pivot Bolts 12 Nm
3. Brake Mount Bolts 12 Nm
4. Dropout Bolt 5 Nm
5. Cable Guides 3 Nm
6. Seat Post Clamp 5 Nm
7. Rear Wheel Axle 15 Nm
8. Lower Shock Mount Bolts 12 Nm

Cable Routing

The frame’s cable routing is completely external to help simplify the installation and maintenance of the brake, seatpost and rear derailleur. However, there are several details to pay attention to during assembly to avoid damage or rubbing to the frame or components and guarantee unrestricted movement of the rear suspension. To avoid damage and rubbing of the cables on the frame, first make sure that the cables and hose are assembled without being twisted.

We recommend installing as follows:

• (image 1) Setup: Right-hand rear brake, mechanical gears and mechanical dropper post.
• (image 2) Setup: Left-hand rear brake, mechanical gears and mechanical dropper post.
• (image 3) Setup: Right-hand rear brake, electronic shifting and mechanical dropper post.
• (image 4) Setup: Left-hand rear brake, electronic shifting and mechanical dropper post.
• (image 5) Setup: Right-hand rear brake, electronic shifting and dropper post.
• (image 6) Setup: Left-hand rear brake, electronic shifting and dropper post.

To ensure that the suspension can move freely throughout its full travel, it’s important that the brake hose has enough of an excess bend from the final cable tie guide to the brake calliper. We recommend assembling the cables and hose without the shock installed. This way you can easily check that the suspension can move freely throughout its full travel without any problems from the cables.
„Check the freedom of movement of the brake hose and gear cable with the shock removed and through the full travel of the suspension.“

Improper cable routing can cause damage to components as well as crashes and injuries. If you are unsure about the correct routing, please send us an email at hello@raawmtb.com.

Compatibility of Components

The components chosen to build up the frame need to fit according to the technical specifications. Shocks from many of the manufacturers will fit the Madonna. However, we can not guarantee that all shocks with large and wide piggy-bags will fit, especially in size small and medium You can find an overview of non-compatible components in our online knowledge base. support.raawmtb.com

GETTING READY

Before you go ride

Before use, especially when using the bike for the first time, it is important to check all the basic functions. You should take a little time and familiarize yourself with the functions of the bike. It is important that tyre pressure, suspension setup, saddle and cockpit are adjusted to you. During riding individual screws can loosen and components can get damaged. You should periodically check all bolts with the specified torque settings. Tyres should also be checked for damage and generally, the frame and all components should be checked for abnormalities.

Before you go ride, make sure to check that:

• both wheel axles are tightened
• the air pressure in the tyres is correct
• the wheels rotate without friction and play
• the brakes work properly and the brake pads have sufficient thickness
• you can’t see any cracks, dents, deformations or other signs of material failure
• all bolts are tightened to the required torque

If all is good and ready to go, then go ride!

Shock Setup

In this chapter you will find the basic information about the setup of your shock. The specific information about the shock you purchased can be found in our online Knowledge Base. In this part we talk about the air pressure of an air shock, but it is also valid for the spring rate of a coil shock.

• The amount of air pressure you use in your shock defines the amount of sag.
• For a regular suspension setup on the Madonna V3 we recommend 26% shock stroke sag. For a firm setup, we recommend 23% sag and for a soft setup, we recommend 29% sag.
• Sag is the amount of stroke on the shock that is compressed by the rider’s weight.
• More air pressure will result in less sag. Defining the air pressure that fits you depends on a few factors.
• The air pressure depends on the design of the suspension. The same rider will need different air pressure on different bikes. You cannot simply transfer the air pressure from bike A to bike B.
• The air pressure mainly depends on the rider’s weight. The weight should include all riding gear that you wear.
• Your riding style also influences the air pressure that fits you best. Adding air pressure will result in less sag, which means:
• You will effectively use less travel
• The geometry of the bike will be a bit more ‘up-right’, with a little higher BB
• The chance to bottom out is smaller Reducing the air pressure will result in more sag, which means:
• You will effectively use more travel
• The geometry of the bike will be a bit more ‘slack’, with a little lower BB
• The chance to bottom out is bigger

The compression damping and the rebound damping are also very important in setting up the shock correctly. If, for example, you’re a racer and have a very aggressive/efficient riding style, you might want to go up in air pressure, but you can also play with the compression.

“Never compress the shock while having a pump attached to avoid collision with the frame.”

Bike Setup

Saddle

The saddle height should be adjusted so that your leg is not overstretched when pedaling. When changing the saddle height the corresponding cable guide parts must be loosened up so that the seat post cable can be adjusted. We recommend mounting the saddle so that the front section of the saddle is horizontal.

Cockpit

The angle and height of the handlebars can be adjusted according to personal preference. To change the angle the clamp on the stem should be loosened slightly. To change the height spacers can be added or removed under the stem. If the handlebars are tilted further back the position of the hands tends to be more comfortable. If the bars are tilted further forward the position of the hands becomes better for a more active riding style. Finding the happy medium is a very individual process. The alignment of the brakes can also be made according to personal preference. As a starting position we recommend a straight line from the arm to the brake finger in a seated position. When mounting the handlebars and stem the torque settings specified by the respective manufacturer must be used. The screws must be tightened evenly and incrementally in an X-pattern.

Tyres

Tyre pressure is very crucial and depends on many factors. On the one hand the tyre itself but also the rider, riding style and the terrain. We can not make a general recommendation for tyre pressure, but invite you to experiment with the pressure and find what is best for you

Toolbox

Countless hours of riding and tinkering over the years have resulted in the geometry numbers and suspension design we offer with the Madonna V3. But we’ve also learned that terrain, conditions, and personal preference can require different setups. The Madonna V3 offers a wide range of adjustment options that can help you optimise your setup or simply get to know your bike and your personal preferences better. From the base, out-of-the-box, geometry, we offer different lower shock mounts, the same mounts as on our Yalla!, to adjust the BB height by 3 mm up or down. Subtle changes that can have a huge impact on the overall character of the bike. A lower BB will ensure that you stand even more in the bike and that you can control the bike‘s directionmore with your feet. With a lower bottom bracket, all manoeuvres will also require a little more input and you should make sure that you have enough ground clearance with your pedals. In contrast, a higher BBgives you more ground clearance and can also make your bike livelier. Less physical effort is required to change direction and lift the front wheel. With the higher bottom bracket, however, there will be a little less stability and composure. The rear suspension progression can also be adjusted by the same modular lower shock mounts and offers 3% more or less progression from the 26% that comes as standard. If you increase the progression, you will effectively use less travel and therefore be higher in the travel on impacts and compressions. With reduced progression, you will use more travel and therefore be lower in the bike during impacts and compressions. It’s also possible to combine the BB and progression adjustments. All frame sizes come with the rear wheel axle in the mid position. For S and M size frames that means a chainstay length of 445 mm, L is 450 mm, and XL and XXL frames are 455 mm. From there, the chainstay length on frames with our RAAW seat stays can be adjusted to 5 mm shorter or longer with separate rear wheel axle kits. A longer rear end will make the bike more stable and potentially also improve the balance between the front and back of the bike. A shorter chainstay will make your Madonna a little more lively and manoeuvrable. The straight 56 mm diameter head tube opens the door to easier head angle adjustments with headsets from the likes of Works Components, or any other brand offering 56 mm angle headsets. If you slacken the head angle, the front end can be more composed, but we advise you to take care with adjusting the head angle. A slacker front end pushes the front wheel further forward, which can make it harder to put pressure on the front tyre. The balance between the front and rear of the bike on the Madonna V3 is key.

You can find more information and thoughts about the Toolbox Concept adjustments in the ‚Madonna V3 Deep Dives‘ at raawmtb.com. But, if you still have any questions about the Madonna V3, we are here to answer any and all queries through our customer service channels

GIVING BACK SOME LOVE

Cleaning & Maintenance

Your bike needs a break from time to time and requires care and a good clean so that your pride and joy lasts as long as possible. Regular care can additionally reduce damage and unusual wear. Make sure you follow the component manufacturer‘s guidelines and care for all components as described in the manual. Cleaning should be done with lukewarm water, mild soap and a brush. We strongly discourage the use of high pressure cleaners. Through use components such as the drivetrain and brake pads will show wear and need to be replaced in a timely manner. The ball bearings in the frame are very durable thanks to the additional seals and size, but will also need to be replaced at some point. We recommend checking the ball bearings every six months for proper function. In our online Knowledge Base you will also find a video about the maintenance of the frame and the pivot hardware. If you follow these recommendations you can be sure that your Madonna will bring you many years of happy riding!

Bearing Change

All bearings in the frame have a limited lifetime that are affected by external environmental influences such as water and mud or cleaning supplies. With additional sealing caps on all pivot points the bearings should run smoothly for a long time. It is recommended to check the function, smoothness and wear of the bearings from time to time and to replace them if necessary. All bearing seats on the Madonna frame are designed with two small recesses behind the outer race of the bearings. The bearings can be knocked out through these recesses using a hammer and a punch. For the installation of new frame bearings, we recommend using the Bearing Tool we offer in our shop. You can find a video on changing bearings in our Knowledge Base.

RAAW-RIDERS

At RAAW we strive to offer you more than just great mountain bikes. Your new Madonna is also an exclusive ticket to the growing worldwide community of RAAW riders. With this community we want to celebrate our shared love of mountain biking, nurture new friendships and give back to everyone who supported us by buying a RAAW. If you’ve purchased your Madonna directly from us and have already subscribed to our newsletter, you’re automatically part of the RAAW Riders community and will regularly receive exclusive community deals and insider news directly in your mailbox. If you bought your Madonna elsewhere or second-hand, simply send us a short email with which bike model you have along with the frame number to be included in the community! You can find posts from the community under the hashtag #raawriders. Have fun riding, exploring and posting!

SETUP NOTES

Fork Rebound Clicks

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Fork Compression Clicks

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Shock Rebound Clicks

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Shock Compression Clicks

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Tyre Pressure front| | | |
Tyre Pressure Rear| | | |

• Compete in a Race
• Learn to wheelie
• Visit Whistler
• Go ride with your family
• Hike your bike up a mountain
• Let your best riding buddy give it a try
• Go backpacking
• Mount downhill casing tyres for bike park action
• Do a 75 km ride
• Start your ride before sunrise
• Learn basic maintenance skills
• Ride the ‘Madonna della Guardia’ trail in Finale Ligure
• Finish your ride with drinks and friends

Contact

RAAW Mountain Bikes GmbH Fritz-Karl-Henkel-Str. 14 (Halle 16) 67454 Haßloch

Germany

• Phone: +49 (0)6324 936 918 0
• E-Mail: hello@raawmtb.com

Website.

The latest version of this user manual is available on our website.

References

• RAAW Mountain Bikes
• RAAW Mountain Bikes - Knowledge Base & Support (DE)
• RAAW Mountain Bikes - Knowledge Base & Support

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