SEIDO Fork Bicycle Bombtrack Instruction Manual
- August 30, 2024
- SEIDO
Table of Contents
- Fork Bicycle Bombtrack
- Specifications
- Product Information
- General Information
- Mounting Carbon Fork
- Mounting the Headset / Cone
- Shorten Steerer Tube
- Operating Instructions
- Shorten the Shaft
- Q: Can I assemble the components myself without professional
- Q: How often should I inspect the carbon components?
Fork Bicycle Bombtrack
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Specifications
- Brand: Seido Components
- Material: Carbon
- Usage: Bicycle fork
Product Information
General Information
Attention: All Seido components must be assembled by a qualified
bicycle mechanic using appropriate tools. It is crucial to follow
the installation instructions provided. Failure to do so can result
in component failure and accidents.
Mounting Carbon Fork
To mount the carbon fork correctly, follow the provided
instructions and ensure that all connections are tightened to the
specified torque using a calibrated torque wrench.
Mounting the Headset / Cone
Properly mount the headset/cone as shown in the provided images.
Pay attention to the specific instructions for a secure fit.
Shorten Steerer Tube
When shortening the steerer tube, ensure that the length is
appropriate for the upper control bearing and stem. Follow the
guidelines provided to achieve a complete and secure clamp.
Product Usage Instructions
Operating Instructions
Fork
Before each ride, check all components for correct installation,
tight fit, and any defects. Carbon components should undergo a
visual inspection for defects before each use.
Shorten the Shaft
To shorten the shaft, use a saw guide and saw blade suitable for
carbon material. Wrap the cut area with elastic tape to minimize
fraying.
FAQ
Q: Can I assemble the components myself without professional
help?
A: It is recommended that all Seido components be assembled by a
qualified bicycle mechanic to ensure safety and proper
functioning.
Q: How often should I inspect the carbon components?
A: Before each ride, conduct a visual inspection of carbon
components for surface defects or damage.
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Instruction manual fork
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Content
General information………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2 Mounting
carbon fork…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3
Mounting the headset / cone ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….3 Shorten
steerer tube ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….4
Shaft ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4 Shorten the
shaft……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Burr
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5 Mounting the Expander
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6 Mounting steel fork
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Mounting the headset / cone
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Shorten steerer tube
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Shaft
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………7 Shorten the
shaft……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………7 Burr
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Mounting the Ahead
Claw……………………………………………………………………………………………………………7 Mounting the brake
caliper……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..8 Installation instructions
accessories ………………………………………………………………………………………………..8 Weight
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 Ongoing maintenance and
inspection ………………………………………………………………………………………………9 Scope
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 Specifications
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12 RGT Gravel / Allroad
Gabel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………12 MGV Gravel / Allroad Gabel
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….13 TAZA Bikepacking MTB
Gabel……………………………………………………………………………………………………..14 BPS Bikepacking MTB Gabel
………………………………………………………………………………………………………15
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General information
Attention: All Seido components must be assembled by a qualified bicycle
mechanic using appropriate tools. All the following installation instructions
are aimed at these people.
Screw connections that are marked with a torque in the assembly instructions
or on the component itself must always be tightened using a calibrated torque
wrench. Screws that are too tight or too loose can lead to component failure
and subsequently to a fall with serious injuries or even death.
In order to ensure safe operation, this and, if applicable, other enclosed
technical documentation for assembly, commissioning, care and maintenance must
be observed.
Seido Components accepts no liability for property damage or personal injury
caused by incorrectly assembled components or failure to follow the
instructions for commissioning, use, maintenance and care.
Attention: Cycling can be dangerous, before each ride all components must be
checked for correct installation, tight fit and freedom from defects and
defects (cracks, deformations, wear, corrosion).
Carbon components can suddenly fail during operation due to improper use and
external damage. Therefore, they should be subjected to a full visual
inspection for surface defects before each ride. Do not put carbon components
with cracks, holes or deformations into operation! In this case, it is
essential to consult a qualified mechanic to check and, if necessary, replace
the component.
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Mounting carbon fork
Mounting the headset / cone
According to the S.H.I.S. information, a tax rate suitable for the frame must
be selected. Seido recommends mounting a headset with a slotted fork cone (see
Image 1), they do not have to be pressed onto the cone seat. When using a
closed cone, the note below should be observed. Attention: Before a closed
fork cone is pressed, the inner diameter of the cone must always be checked.
This must be in the range of 39.7 – 39.8 mm with a nominal cone seat of 40 mm
(see Image 2). Buoyancy of a cone below 39.7 mm inner diameter can damage the
steerer tube and lead to undetectable material failure. There is a danger to
life! A cone with an inner diameter larger than 39.8 mm is too loose and the
headset will not be able to be adjusted without play.
Image 1 Forked cone with slot
Image 2 Closed fork cone for crimping
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Shorten steerer tube
Caution: Machining carbon produces carcinogenic dust. Wear a respirator. Do
not inhale dust. Clean work
surfaces with a moistened rag.
Shaft
The shaft length must be chosen so that 35 mm is not exceeded between the
upper edge of the upper control bearing and the lower edge of the stem, see
Image 3. Furthermore, the length of the steerer tube must be chosen so that,
including the contact height of the expander, at least 5 mm of steerer tube
protrudes over the stem in order to achieve a complete and even clamping of
the steerer tube (Image 4).
Image 3 Schaftläng
Image 4 Shorten steerer tube
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Shorten the shaft
To shorten the shaft, use a saw guide and saw blade suitable for carbon (Image
5). To keep fraying to a minimum, wrap the shaft area behind the cut tightly
with a little elastic tape (Image 6).
Image 5 Steerer Tube Saw Guide
Image 6 Adhesive tape steerer tube
Burr
Lightly deburr the inside and outside of the shaft with a suitable file, no
sharp edges should remain.
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Mounting the Expander
1. Measure the inner diameter of the steerer tube. 2. Install the expander
with a slot opposite the stem clamp (see Image 7). 3. Assemble the expander
with a specified torque.
Image 7 Montage Expander
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Mounting steel fork
Mounting the headset / cone
According to the S.H.I.S. information, a tax rate suitable for the frame must
be selected. Seido recommends mounting a headset with a slotted fork cone (see
Image 1), they do not have to be pressed onto the cone seat. When using a
closed cone, the note below should be observed. Attention: Before a closed
fork cone is pressed, the inner diameter of the cone must always be checked.
This must be in the range of 39.7 39.8 mm with a nominal cone seat of 40 mm
(see Image 2). Buoying a cone below 39.7mm inner diameter can damage the
steerer tube and lead to undetectable material failure. There is a danger to
life! A cone with an inner diameter larger than 39.8 mm is too loose and the
headset will not be able to be adjusted without backlash.
Shorten steerer tube
Shaft
The shaft length must be chosen so that 35 mm is not exceeded between the
upper edge of the upper control bearing and the lower edge of the stem, see
Image 3. Furthermore, the length of the steerer tube must be chosen so that,
including the contact height of the expander, at least 5 mm of steerer tube
protrudes over the stem in order to achieve a complete and even clamping of
the steerer tube (Image 4).
Shorten the shaft
To shorten the shaft, use a saw guide and saw blade suitable for steel (Image
5).
Burr
Lightly deburr the inside and outside of the shaft with a suitable file, no
sharp edges should remain.
Mounting the Ahead Claw
Hammer in the Ahead claw with a suitable impact guide and a hammer. Caution:
When hammering in, the fork must be held in the hand and must not be supported
on a solid surface to prevent damage.
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Mounting the brake caliper
1. Select the appropriate brake caliper and adapter using the “brake”
indication in the specification table (page 12 ff). 2. Check the brake caliper
threads of the fork: These should be undamaged and free of any foreign
objects. If necessary, blow out with a desire to press. 3. Install the brake
caliper and adapter according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Pay
attention to the maximum torque of the threads (see page 12 ff). Check the
adapter position for the correct position for the selected disc diameter.
Installation instructions accessories
The maximum load capacity of the bottle cage eyelets refers to the dynamic
load to which the brackets are subjected. Forks with mounted bottle cages must
be handled with great care. If the bike with the bottle cage is placed against
a wall or on the ground, or if the bottle cage hits an obstacle, a dynamic
load is created that is far above the maximum load. Installed cages must touch
the surface of the fork blade within a 5 mm radius around the center of the
mounting screw. (Image 8, grey area)
Image 8 Contact surface bottle cage eyelets
Caution: Spacers may need to be used between the cage and the fork tube.
A medium-strength screw lock should always be used with all bottle cages /
protective sheets and luggage rack screws to prevent the screws from vibrating
loose. Before any longer ride, the luggage rack and mudguards must be checked
for a tight fit.
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Weight
The weights in the specification table refer to the weight per eyelet. The
maximum torque of the fastening screws is 5 Nm. Maximum load bottle cage
eyelet (1.5 kg per eyelet): A bottle cage with 2 fastening screws can be
loaded with up to 3 kg, a cargo cage with three fastening screws with up to
4.5 kg. Maximum load luggage rack (5 kg per eyelet): For lowrider luggage
racks with four mounting points, this results in a maximum weight of 20 kg.
For front racks with three attachment points, the maximum weight is 10 kg, as
the attachment to the fork crown does not transfer a horizontal load.
Ongoing maintenance and inspection
Attention: Each bicycle part has a limited lifespan. Normal wear and tear,
shocks or careless use can cause unexpected failure that can lead to serious
injury. The fork must be inspected for signs of wear, stress or shockrelated
damage before each ride. If cracks, deformations, delamination or
discoloration occur, or if creaking noises occur while riding, the fork must
be checked carefully immediately. Attention: With the exception of shortening
the steerer tube, the fork must not be changed or modified in any way. Changes
to the fork can cause the fork or other components to fail and lead to serious
injury.
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Scope
Seido forks are divided into different categories according to their area of
application (according to EN 17406). Forks for gravel / all-road / cross bikes
are approved for use under category 1 2 and 6, MTB forks for category 1 to 3
and 6. The respective categories are listed in the specification tables on
page 14 ff. Category 1 Description: Use on paved surfaces, tires keep contact
with the ground at average speed. Purpose: Commuting and leisure rides
Intended height of drops/jumps: Up to 15 cm Typical average speed: 15 to 25
km/h
Category 2 Description: Use on unpaved surfaces, with moderate slopes.
Intended use: Gravel and Touring Intended height of drops/jumps: Up to 15 cm
Typical average speed: 15 to 25 km/h
Category 3 Description: Use on unpaved surfaces, with jumps and drops up to 60
cm. Purpose: XC and Trail MTBs Intended height of drops/jumps: Up to 60 cm
Category 4 Description: Use on unpaved surfaces, with jumps and drops up to
120 cm. Purpose: All Mountain MTBs Intended height of drops/jumps: Up to 120
cm
Category 5 Description: Use on unpaved surfaces, with jumps and drops over 120
cm cm. Purpose: Enduro and Downhill Intended height of drops/jumps: over 120
cm
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Category 6 Description: Use on paved surfaces at high speeds of more than 50
km/h Purpose: Road Bike / CX / Gravel Race Intended height of drops/jumps: Up
to 15 cm Typical average speed: 30 to 55 km/h
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Specifications
RGT Gravel / Allroad Gabel
MODEL MATERIAL STEER TUBE MINIMUM DISTANCE FORK CROWN TO UPPER HEADSET BEARING
S.H.I.S. DIMENSIONEN OFFSET DISTANCE AXLE – FORK CROWN BRAKE
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RGT Fork UD-Carbon Conical, 1-1/8″ – 1-1/2″, 300 mm length
80 mm 28.6 | 40 50 mm 400 mm Flat Mount 160, rotor size 160 – 180 mm
INTERNAL ROUTING
Brake Hose / Dynamo CableTwo options for routing the front brake: fully
internal brake line routing (the front brake line is placed through the
steerer tube into the fork) or semi-internal brake line routing (the front
brake line is placed through the right fork tube). The opening in the steerer
tube can also be used for the completely internal routing
of the hub dynamo cable.
MOUNTS
WEIGHT
TIRE CLEARANCE MAXIMUM SYSTEM WEIGHT DIAMETER OF THE FORK CROWN EN 17406
CLASSIFICATION OF USE HUB DIMENSION TA TOTAL LENGTH (CLOSED) TA THREAD
DIAMETER X PITCH MIN. THREAD LENGTH MAX. HUB END CAP DIAMETER MAX. TORQUE
EXPANDER MAX. TORQUE STEM MAX. DREHMOMENT TA MAX. TORQUE BRAKE BOLTS MAX.
DREHMOMENT CARGOCAGE MAX. TORQUE THREAD INSERT TA MAX. LOAD PER BOTTLE CAGE
EYELET MAX. LOAD LUGGAGE RACK
Cargocage / Headlights / Fenders
510 g (without thru axle, without screws, uncut steerer)
47 – 622 / 54 – 584 130 kg 57 mm 1 / 2 / 6
12 x 100 mm 120 mm M12 x 1.5 14 mm 21 mm 8 Nm 6 Nm 10 Nm 8 Nm 5 Nm 1.5 kg
No luggage rack release
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MGV Gravel / Allroad Gabel
MODEL MATERIAL STEER TUBE MINIMUM DISTANCE FORK CROWN TO UPPER HEADSET BEARING
S.H.I.S. DIMENSIONEN OFFSET DISTANCE AXLE – FORK CROWN BRAKE
MGV Fork UD-Carbon Conical, 1-1/8″ – 1-1/2″, 300 mm length
100 mm
28.6 | 40 53 mm 410 mm Flat Mount 160, rotor size 160 – 180 mm
INTERNAL ROUTING
Brake Hose / Dynamo CableTwo options for routing the front brake: fully
internal brake line routing (the front brake line is placed through the
steerer tube into the fork) or semi-internal brake line routing (the front
brake line is placed through the right fork tube). The opening in the steerer
tube can also be used for the completely internal routing
of the hub dynamo cable.
MOUNTS
WEIGHT
TIRE CLEARANCE MAXIMUM SYSTEM WEIGHT DIAMETER OF THE FORK CROWN EN 17406
CLASSIFICATION OF USE HUB DIMENSION TA TOTAL LENGTH (CLOSED) TA THREAD
DIAMETER X PITCH MIN. THREAD LENGTH MAX. HUB END CAP DIAMETER MAX. TORQUE
EXPANDER MAX. TORQUE STEM MAX. DREHMOMENT TA MAX. TORQUE BRAKE BOLTS MAX.
DREHMOMENT CARGOCAGE MAX. TORQUE THREAD INSERT TA MAX. LOAD PER BOTTLE CAGE
EYELET MAX. LOAD LUGGAGE RACK
Cargocage / Headlights / Fenders / Rack
530 g (without thru axle, without screws, uncut steerer)
58 – 622 (29″ x 2.25″) / 64 – 584 (27.5″ x 2.5″) 140 kg 57 mm 1 / 2 / 6
12 x 100 mm 120 mm M12 x 1.5 14 mm 19 mm 8 Nm 6 Nm 10 Nm 8 Nm 5 Nm 2 Nm 1.5 kg
20 kg (5 kg per eyelet)
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TAZA Bikepacking MTB Gabel
MODEL MATERIAL STEER TUBE MINIMUM DISTANCE FORK CROWN TO UPPER HEADSET BEARING
S.H.I.S. DIMENSIONEN OFFSET DISTANCE AXLE – FORK CROWN BRAKE
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Gabel MUG UD-Carbon Conical, 1-1/8″ – 1-1/2″, 300 mm length
100 mm 28.6 | 40 51 mm 510 mm Post mount 7″, max. 220 mm rotor size
INTERNAL ROUTING
Dynamo cable
MOUNTS
WEIGHT
TIRE CLEARANCE MAXIMUM SYSTEM WEIGHT DIAMETER OF THE FORK CROWN EN 17406
CLASSIFICATION OF USE HUB DIMENSION TA TOTAL LENGTH (CLOSED) TA THREAD
DIAMETER X PITCH MIN. THREAD LENGTH MAX. HUB END CAP DIAMETER MAX. TORQUE
EXPANDER MAX. TORQUE STEM MAX. DREHMOMENT TA MAX. TORQUE BRAKE BOLTS MAX.
DREHMOMENT CARGOCAGE MAX. TORQUE THREAD INSERT TA MAX. LOAD PER BOTTLE CAGE
EYELET MAX. LOAD LUGGAGE RACK
Cargocage / Headlights / Rack
656 g (without thru axle, without screws, uncut steerer)
75-622 (29″ x 3.0″) / 75-584 (27.5″ x 3.0″) 150 kg 57 mm
1 / 2 / 3 / 6 15 x 110 mm
135 mm M15 x 1.5
14 mm 21 mm 8 Nm 6 Nm 10 Nm 8 Nm 5 Nm 2 Nm 1.5 kg 20 kg (5 kg per eyelet)
Operating instructions
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BPS Bikepacking MTB Gabel
MODEL MATERIAL STEER TUBE MINIMUM DISTANCE FORK CROWN TO UPPER HEADSET BEARING
S.H.I.S. DIMENSIONEN OFFSET DISTANCE AXLE – FORK CROWN BRAKE
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BPS Fork Cr-Mo steel Conical, 1-1/8″ – 1-1/2″, 300 mm length
80 mm 28.6 | 40 51 mm 500 mm Post mount 6″, max. 203 mm rotor size
INTERNAL ROUTING
Dynamo cable
MOUNTS
WEIGHT
TIRE CLEARANCE MAXIMUM SYSTEM WEIGHT DIAMETER OF THE FORK CROWN EN 17406
CLASSIFICATION OF USE HUB DIMENSION TA TOTAL LENGTH (CLOSED) TA THREAD
DIAMETER X PITCH MIN. THREAD LENGTH MAX. HUB END CAP DIAMETER MAX. TORQUE
EXPANDER MAX. TORQUE STEM MAX. DREHMOMENT TA MAX. TORQUE BRAKE BOLTS MAX.
DREHMOMENT CARGOCAGE MAX. TORQUE THREAD INSERT TA MAX. LOAD PER BOTTLE CAGE
EYELET MAX. LOAD LUGGAGE RACK
Cargocage / Headlights / Fenders / Rack
1694 g (incl. thru axle, 10 screws, untrimmed steerer)
27.5″ x 3.0″ / 29″ x 3.0″ 175 kg 57 mm
1 / 2 / 3 / 6 15 x 110 mm
135 mm M15 x 1.5
14 mm 21 mm
8 Nm 10 Nm 8 Nm 5 Nm
1.5 kg 20 kg (5 kg per eyelet)
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