SRAM RockShox SIDLuxe 2024+ User manual

GEN.0000000007383 Rev A © 2023 SRAM, LLC
SERVICE MANUAL
2024+ SIDLuxe

SAFETY FIRST!
We care about YOU. Please, always wear your safety glasses
and protective gloves when servicing RockShox products.
Protect yourself! Wear your safety gear!

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ROCKSHOX SERVICE..........................................................................................................................................................................................4
PART PREPARATION ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
SERVICE PROCEDURES.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
RECORD YOUR SETTINGS............................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
TORQUE VALUES.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES..................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
EXPLODED VIEW  SIDLUXE..............................................................................................................................................................................8
EXPLODED VIEW  REMOTE OPTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................9
EXPLODED VIEW LEVER ADJUST...........................................................................................................................................................................................................10
EXPLODED VIEW IN / OUT REMOTE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
EXPLODED VIEW BACKSIDE REMOTE.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
LEVER AND REMOTE DAMPER CHANGE......................................................................................................................................................13
PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
LEVER REMOVAL ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
REMOTE REMOVAL  BACKSIDE, IN, AND OUT ................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
LEVER INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
IN/OUT REMOTE INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................................................................................................20
BACKSIDE REMOTE INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
SHOCK EYELET SERVICE................................................................................................................................................................................ 26
MOUNTING HARDWARE AND BUSHING SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................................................... 26
PARTS, TOOLS, AND SUPPLIES............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
MOUNTING HARDWARE REMOVAL ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
EYELET BUSHING REMOVAL.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
SIDLUXE SERVICE ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 30
50/200 HOUR SERVICE
AIR CAN REMOVAL.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
BOTTOMLESS TUNING ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
50/200 HOUR SERVICE
AIR CAN SERVICE......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
200 HOUR SERVICE
DAMPER BODY SERVICE............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36
200 HOUR SERVICE
PISTON SERVICE........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
MIDTUNE VALVE CUP CHANGE OPTIONAL.................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
200 HOUR SERVICE
IFP AND DAMPER BODY SERVICE .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
200 HOUR SERVICE
SHOCK ASSEMBLY AND BLEED ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................47
50/200 HOUR SERVICE
AIR CAN INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................50
SHOCK EYELET ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................................................ 52
EYELET BUSHING INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
MOUNTING HARDWARE INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 52

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RockShox Service
RockShox Service
We recommend that you have your RockShox suspension serviced by a qualified bicycle mechanic. Servicing RockShox suspension requires
knowledge of suspension components, as well as the use of specialized tools and lubricants/fluids. Failure to follow the procedures outlined in this
service manual may cause damage to your component and void the warranty.
Visit www.sram.com/service for the latest RockShox Spare Parts catalog and technical information. For order information, please contact your local
SRAM distributor or dealer.
Information contained in this publication is subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Your product's appearance may differ from the pictures contained in this publication.
For recycling and environmental compliance information, please visit www.sram.com/company/environment.
Part Preparation
Remove the component from the bicycle before service.
Disconnect and remove the remote cable or hydraulic hose from the fork or rear shock, if applicable. For additional information about RockShox
remotes, user manuals are available at www.sram.com/service.
Clean the exterior of the product with mild soap and water to avoid contamination of internal sealing part surfaces.
Service Procedures
The following procedures should be performed throughout service, unless otherwise specified.
Clean the part with RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and aClean the part with RockShox Suspension Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol and a
clean, lint-free shop towel.clean, lint-free shop towel.
Clean the sealing surface on the part and inspect it for scratches.Clean the sealing surface on the part and inspect it for scratches.
⚠WARNING  CRASH HAZARD
DO NOT use vinegar of any type to clean any part of a RockShox
suspension product. Vinegar can cause permanent damage to parts which
can, over time, result in product structural failure, serious injury, and possibly
death.
Replace the o-ring or seal with a new one from the service kit. Use yourReplace the o-ring or seal with a new one from the service kit. Use your
fingers or a pick to pierce and remove the old seal or o-ring.fingers or a pick to pierce and remove the old seal or o-ring.
Apply RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease to the new seal or o-ring. If a brush isApply RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease to the new seal or o-ring. If a brush is
used to apply grease, confirm there are no loose bristles in the grease or onused to apply grease, confirm there are no loose bristles in the grease or on
the part.the part.
NOTICE
Do not scratch any sealing surfaces when servicing the product. Scratches
can cause leaks. Consult the spare parts catalog to replace the damaged
part.
To prevent damage to the shock, use aluminum soft jaws and position theTo prevent damage to the shock, use aluminum soft jaws and position the
eyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs and/or remote cable stops areeyelet in the vise so that the adjustment knobs and/or remote cable stops are
clear of the vise jaws. For bearing mount shocks, wrap a shop towel aroundclear of the vise jaws. For bearing mount shocks, wrap a shop towel around
the eyelet, then clamp the eyelet flat into the vise.the eyelet, then clamp the eyelet flat into the vise.
Tighten the part with a torque wrench to the torque value listed in the red bar.Tighten the part with a torque wrench to the torque value listed in the red bar.
When using a crowfoot socket and torque wrench, install the crowfoot socketWhen using a crowfoot socket and torque wrench, install the crowfoot socket
at 90 degrees to the torque wrench.at 90 degrees to the torque wrench.
Specified torque value in N·m (in-lb)

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Model Code Identification
Model Code Identification
Product model code and specification details can be identified with the serial number on the product. Model codes can be used to identify the
product type, series name, model name, and product version associated with the production model year. Product details can be used to identify spare
parts, service kit, and lubricant compatibility.
Model Code example: FS-SIDL-SELP-A1
RS = Product Type - Rear Suspension
SIDL = Platform/Series - SIDLuxe
SELP = Model - Select+
A1 = Version - (A- first generation, 1- first iteration)
To identify the model code, locate the serial number on the product and enter it into the Search by Model Name or Serial Number field at
www.sram.com/service.
Warranty and Trademark
For SRAM Warranty information, visit: www.sram.com/warranty.
For SRAM Trademark information, visit:For SRAM Trademark information, visit: www.sram.com/website-terms-of-usewww.sram.com/website-terms-of-use..

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Recommended Service Intervals
Recommended Service Intervals
Regular service is required to keep your RockShox product working at peak performance. Follow this maintenance schedule and install the service
parts included in each service kit that corresponds with the Service Hours Interval recommendation below. For spare part kit contents and details,
refer to the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service.
Service Hours Interval Maintenance Benefit
Every ride Clean dirt from shock damper body and
wiper seal
Extends wiper seal lifespan
Minimizes damage to shock damper body
Minimizes air can contamination
Every 50 Hours Perform air can service
Reduces friction
Restores small bump sensitivity
Every 200 Hours Perform damper and spring service
Extends suspension lifespan
Restores suspension performance
Record Your Settings
Use the charts below to record your shock settings to return your shock to its pre-service settings. Record your service date to track
service intervals.
Service Hours Interval Date of Service Air Pressure
Rebound setting - Count the
number of clicks while turning the
rebound adjuster fully
counter-clockwise.
50
100
150
200
Torque Values
Part Tool Torque
SIDLuxe Bottomless Token 2 mm hex 0.4 N•m (3.5 in-lb)
Piston bolt to shaft Piston tool and a 14 mm socket 4.5 N•m (40 in-lb)
Valve cup to piston bolt Piston tool and a 14 mm socket 2.3 N·m (20 in-lb)
Seal head to damper body 19 mm crowfoot (≤0.025 in. deep) 28 N•m (250 in-lb)
Air can to eyelet 13 mm crowfoot, strap wrench 10 N•m (90 in-lb)
Mid-tune bolt to valve cup (3P only) Piston tool and a 14 mm socket
and a 5 mm hex
1.1 N•m (10 in-lb)

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Parts, Tools, and Supplies
Parts, Tools, and Supplies
Parts
• 2024 (A2) SIDLuxe 50 or 200 Hour Service Kit
Safety and Protection Supplies
• Apron
• Clean, lint-free shop towels
• Nitrile gloves
• Oil pan
• Safety glasses
Lubricants and Fluids
• Maxima PLUSH 7wt Suspension Oil
• Maxima Extra 15w50 Suspension Oil or Maxima PLUSH Dynamic
Suspension Lube Light
• RockShox Suspension Cleaner or Isopropyl alcohol
• RockShox Dynamic Seal Grease
Bicycle Tools
• Schrader valve core tool
• High Pressure Shock Pump 600 psi
RockShox Tools
• RockShox 1/2" x 1/2" rear shock bushing removal/installation tool
• RockShox SIDLuxe Air Valve Adapter tool
• RockShox SIDLuxe A2 Piston tool
• SIDLuxe IFP Height Tool
• SIDLuxe Body Vise Block
Common Tools
• Adjustable wrench
• Bench vise with aluminium soft jaws
• Cable and housing cutters
• Crowfoot socket wrenches: 13 mm, 19 mm (≤0.25 inches thick)
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Hex wrenches: 2 mm, 2.5 mm, 5 mm
• Hex bit sockets: 2 mm, 5 mm
• Open end wrenches: (2) 13 mm, 19 mm
• Pick (metallic and non-metallic)
• Socket Wrench: 14 mm
• Strap wrench
• Torque wrench
Use ONLY RockShox, SRAM, and Maxima suspension oils/fluids and grease, unless otherwise specified. Use of any other lubricants can damage
seals and decrease performance.
⚠WARNING
Before disassembly or service of any air system remove the air pressure from all air chambers and remove the air valve cores, unless otherwise
instructed.
If your shock will not return to full extension, do not attempt to service or disassemble your shock. Attempting to service a shock that will not return
to full extension can cause severe and/or fatal injuries.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when working with suspension oil.
Place an oil pan on the floor underneath the area where you will be working on the shock or suspension fork.

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Exploded View - SIDLuxe
1. Air fill cap
2. High pressure valve core
3. Air valve
4. Rebound adjuster
5. Lockout lever
6. Volume equalizer- Standard eyelet only
(Do not remove)
7. Bottom plate
8. Bottom out washer
9. Bottom out bumper
10. Bottomless token (1 token size)
11. Bottomless token (2 token size)
12. Bleed screw
13. Compression ball
14. Seal head / air piston
15. Open piston
16. Compression tune
17. Lock tune
18. Main piston
19. Rebound tune
20. Rebound check shim
21. Piston bolt
22. Compression poker
23. Valve slider
24. Circlip
25. Valve cup (2P and 3P options available)
26. IFP (Internal Floating Piston)
27. Air can
28. Quad seal
29. Backup ring
30. Wiper seal
31. Damper body
32. Sag ring indicator
33. Damper air/nitrogen fill port
34. Damper body eyelet
Exploded View - SIDLuxe
1 2 3
4
5
67
8
9
10
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Exploded View - Remote Options
Exploded View - Remote Options
2P/3P Remote: Out 2P/3P Remote: In
Remote: BacksideBackside
Shocks that route the cable away from the shock are called "out"
shocks.
Shocks that route the cable toward the shock are called "in" shocks.
Shocks that route the cable through backside of the shock, opposite
the rebound.
1. Cable hanger bolt
2. Cable hanger
3. Remote cable pulley stop
4. Remote cable pulley
5. Rebound adjuster
6. Limit screw
1
1
2
2
2
3
3
4
5
3
4
4
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Exploded View- Lever Adjust
Exploded View- Lever Adjust
1. Limit screw
2. Lever
3. Outer cam bushing
4. Flat point screw
5. Eyelet (Ultimate shown)
6. Limit screw
7. Inner cam bushing
8. Lever lock cam (2p)
9. Lever lock cam (3p)
10. Detent slider
11. Detent spring
12. Detent post
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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Exploded View- In / Out Remote
Exploded View- In / Out Remote
1. Remote Out
2. Limit screw
3. Remote cable pulley
4. Cable hanger screw
5. Cable hanger
6. Outer cam bushing
7. Cam limit screw
8. Eyelet (Ultimate shown)
9. Limit screw
10. Inner cam bushing
11. Lock cam 2P
12. Lock cam 3P
13. Torsion spring
14. Rebound cam
15. Remote In
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2
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3
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4
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Exploded View- Backside Remote
Exploded View- Backside Remote
1. Limit screw
2. Remote cable pulley
3. Cam bushing
4. Limit screw
5. Cable hanger backside
6. Eyelet (Ultimate shown)
7. Cam limit screw
8. Preloader
9. Torsion spring
10. Lock cam 2P
11. Lock cam 3P
12. Inner cam bushing
13. Cam bushing
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Lever and Remote Damper Change
Lever and Remote Damper Change
There are four damper options for the SIDLuxe: lever adjust, remote in, remote out, and backside remote. For spare part kit contents and details,
consult the Rockshox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service.
Consult your frame manufacturer for remote routing and orientation of your rear shock. For remote cable and housing installation consult the
Remotes User Manual at www.sram.com/service.
NOTICE
To change from a 2P to a 3P damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams. See the
Lever and Remote Damper Change and Mid-Tune Valve Cup Change.
Parts, Tools, and Supplies
Parts
• AM UPGRADE KIT 2P LEVER SIDLUXE A2
• AM UPGRADE KIT 2P REMOTE SIDLUXE A2
• AM UPGRADE KIT 3P LEVER SIDLUXE A2
• AM UPGRADE KIT 3P REMOTE SIDLUXE A2
Safety and Protection Supplies
• Safety glasses
• Nitrile gloves
Common Tools
• 1.5, 2, 2.5 mm hex wrench
• 1.5, 2, 2.5 mm hex bit socket
• Torque wrench
Remove the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap. Depress the SchraderRemove the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap. Depress the Schrader
valve and release all air pressure from the damper.valve and release all air pressure from the damper.
Once the pressure has been released, depress the Schrader valve aOnce the pressure has been released, depress the Schrader valve a
second time. If the Schrader valve is able to move, the shock has beensecond time. If the Schrader valve is able to move, the shock has been
completely depressurized.completely depressurized.
NOTICE
The IFP pressure must be released before proceeding to release the
compression poker. The cam/lever assembly will not remove from the
eyelet if the IFP is pressurized.
Rotate the lever 360° and rotate the remote pulley until it stops (~120°).Rotate the lever 360° and rotate the remote pulley until it stops (~120°).
NOTICE
Failure to rotate the lever or remote pulley before dissassembly may
result in the compression poker obstructing the cam removal.
Continue with the eyelet controls/damper removal for your shock:
Lever Removal
Remote Removal
1
Schrader valve tool Small hex
Schrader valve tool Small hex
2
Lever 360° Remote pulley ~120°

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Lever Removal
Lever Removal
Loosen the lever limit screw. Remove the lever.
Remove the flat point screw from the frontside of the eyelet.
Remove the limit screw from the backside of the eyelet.
Remove the detent spring and preloader from the backside of the
eyelet.
Remove the outer cam bushing from the frontside of the eyelet.
Push the lock cam and inner cam bushing out of the eyelet.
1
1.5 mm
2
2 mm 1.5 mm
3
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Remote Removal - Backside, In, and Out
Remote Removal - Backside, In, and Out
Remove the remote cable pulley limit screw.
Remove the remote cable pulley.
Remove the cable hanger bolt. Remove the cable hanger.
For Backside, the cable hanger bolt is also the cam limit screw.
In 1.5 mm Out 1.5 mm
1
Backside 1.5 mm All
In 2 mm Out 2 mm
2
Backside 2.5 mm All

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Remote Removal - Backside, In, and Out
Remove the limit screw from the frontside of the eyelet.
In and Out: Remove the limit screw from the backside of the eyelet.
Backside: Remove the cam bushing from the backside of the eyelet.
For Backside, the cable hanger bolt is also the cam limit screw.
Remove the outer cam bushing from the frontside of the eyelet.
Remove the cam assembly from the backside of the eyelet.
In / Out 2 mm Backside 2 mm
3
In / Out 1.5 mm Backside
4
In / Out Backside
5
In / Out Backside
6

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Remote Removal - Backside, In, and Out
Clean the eyelet. Verify the compression poker is not visible through
the eyelet opening.
If the compression poker is visible, release the air in the damper
according to step 1 and push the poker down with a pick if still visible.
Continue with the desired eyelet controls/damper installation for your shock:
Lever Installation
In/Out Remote Installation
Backside Remote Installation
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Lever Installation
Lever Installation
The procedure for 2P and 3P lever installation are the same. The 2P and 3P lever lock cams and valve cups are not interechangeable and require
unique parts. Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for parts.
NOTICE
To change from a 2P to a 3P control/damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams. See the
Lever and Remote Damper Change and Mid-Tune Valve Cup Change.
Install the inner cam bushing onto the lever lock cam.
Install the detent spring onto the detent slider and detent post.
Install the detent slider/spring/detent post assembly onto the lever lock
cam.
Apply grease to the spring. Install the assembly into the backside of the
eyelet.
Press and hold the detent post in the eyelet so the eyelet hole and
detent post hole align.
Install the limit screw and tighten until flush with the eyelet.
Install the outer cam bushing onto the frontside of the eyelet.
Grease
1
2
1.5 mm
3

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Lever Installation
Install the flat point screw onto the top of the frontside of the eyelet
until it is flush with the eyelet.
Install the lever. Install the lever limit screw until it bottoms out.
Pressurize the damper body.
If you have the proper fill equipment, you may substitute air with
nitrogen.
Once you have pressurized the shock, remove the air valve adapter
tool from the air fill port before removing it from the shock pump.
Separating the pump from the adapter first will cause all of the air to
escape from the shock.
Install the damper air/nitrogen fill port cap.
This concludes the eyelet controls/damper change for SIDLuxe.
4
2 mm
1.5 mm
5
6
Shock pump 500 psi SIDLuxe adapter tool
Schrader valve tool
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In/Out Remote Installation
In/Out Remote Installation
The procedure for 2P and 3P remote installation are the same. The 2P and 3P lock cams and valve cups are not interechangeable and require unique
parts. Consult the RockShox Spare Parts Catalog at www.sram.com/service for parts.
NOTICE
To change from a 2P to a 3P damper system, or vice versa, requires a different valve cup and new lever or remote cams. See the
Lever and Remote Damper Change and Mid-Tune Valve Cup Change.
Install the inner cam bushing onto the lever lock cam.
Install one end of the torsion spring into the small hole on the lock cam.
Install the other end of the torsion spring into the small hole on the
preloader.
Apply a liberal amount of grease to the spring and cam assembly.
Install the cam/spring/preloader assembly into the backside of the
eyelet.
Align the preloader hole with the eyelet hole on the backside of the
eyelet.
Install the outer bushing cam onto the frontside of the eyelet so the
bushing cam and eyelet hole align. Install the limit screw and tighten
until flush with the eyelet.
In / Out In / Out
1
In / Out Grease
2
3
2 mm