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PL ATFORM MANUAL Rider: Jesse Melamed
Photo: Margus Riga
Location: North Vancouver, BC
ALTITUDE ALLOY
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Register / Enregistrer / Registra / Registriere 2 REGISTER / ENREGISTRER / REGISTRA / REGISTRIERE Registering your bike is the official way for us to welcome you into the Rocky Mountain family. It’s also an important step in activating your bike’s warranty. If you ever have an issue, we’ll be able to handle your case efficiently and get you back riding as soon as possible. It’s easy and only takes a few minutes. Register your bike: bikes.com/register L’enregistrement de votre vélo marque votre entrée officielle dans la famille Rocky Mountain, et c’est une étape importante pour en activer la garantie. Ainsi, en cas de problème, nous pourrons le régler efficacement pour vous faire remonter en selle aussitôt que possible. L’enregistrement est facile et ne prend que quelques minutes. Enregistrer votre vélo : bikes.com/register La procedura di registrazione della tua bicicletta è il modo ufficiale di accoglierti nella famiglia Rocky Mountain. È inoltre una tappa importante per attivare la garanzia della tua bicicletta. Nel caso in cui si verificasse un problema, potremo gestire il tuo caso in maniera efficiente e farti risalire in sella il più presto possibile. La procedura di registrazione è semplice e richiede solo alcuni minuti. Registra la tua bicicletta: bikes.com/register Wenn du dein Bike registrierst, können wir dich offiziell in der Rocky Mountain Familie willkommen heißen. Es ist auch ein wichtiger Schritt für die Aktivierung der Garantie deines Bikes. Solltest du irgendwann ein Problem haben, können wir deinen Fall effizient bearbeiten und dich schnellstmöglich wieder auf dein Bike bringen. Es ist einfach und dauert nur ein paar Minuten. Registriere dein Bike: bikes.com/register
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Table of Contents / Table des matières / Inhaltsverzeichnis / indice 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Introduction 4 Introduction 28
Shrediquette 4 Étiquette de la montagne 28
Getting to know your bike 5 Survol de votre vélo 29
Basic setup 6 Configuration de base 30
Shock eyelet bearing 7 Paliers d’amortisseur à œillet 31
Shock setup 8 Ajustement de l’amortisseur 32
RIDE-9 12 RIDE-9 36
RM two-position axle 13 Axe RM à deux positions 37
Cable routing how-to 14 Passage des câbles 38
Critical dimensions 18 Guide des dimensions 42
Pro tips & tricks 19 Trucs et astuces de pros 43
Exploded view 19 Vue explosée 43
Full list of parts 20 Liste complète des pièces 44
Small parts kit 23 Trousses de petites pièces 47
Warranty information 26 Garantie 50
INHALTSVERZEICHNIS INDICE
Einleitung 52 Introduzione 76
Mountainbike-Knigge 52 Shrediquette 76
Lerne dein Bike kennen 53 Conoscere la tua bicicletta 77
Grundeinstellung 54 Configurazione di base 78
Dämpfer-Lagerbuchsen 55 Occhiello ammortizzatore 79
Dämpfereinstellung 56 Schema di sospensioni 80
RIDE-9 60 RIDE-9 84
RM Zwei-Positions-Achse 61 Asse a due posizioni RM 85
Kabelführung 62 Come configurare i cavi 14
Wichtige Abmessungen 66 Guida alle dimensioni 90
Tipps & Tricks vom Profi 67 Trucchi e consigli professionali 91
Explosionszeichnung 67 Esploso 91
Vollständige Teileliste 68 Lista completa delle parti 92
Kleinteilesatz 71 Kit delle parti piccole 95
Garantieinformationen 74 Informazioni sulla garanzia 98
Rider: Jesse Melamed
Photo: Margus Riga
Location: North Vancouver, BC
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Introduction & Shrediquette 4
INTRODUCTION
The Altitude will be our key platform for enduro racing and aggressive trail riding. Ridden Rider: ALN
Photo: Margus Riga
by the Rocky Mountain Race Face Enduro Team, this bike is fast. Already race proven with
Location: North Vancouver, BC
Jesse's win at the EWS in Zermatt, Switzerland, the redesigned Altitude is now more capable
than ever.
The goal with the redesign was to create a bike that would be competitive on today's
racetracks while still being a ton of fun for those getting out on weekends. We might not all
smash racetracks and stand on podiums like Jesse Melamed, but we can all relate to the
feeling of committing to ride a little faster or hitting that feature you usually skip over. The
Altitude has everything that you need to take your riding to the next level.
This manual contains important safety, maintenance and user information. Read and
understand it thoroughly before your first ride on your new Rocky Mountain bicycle. This
material applies only to the specific platform you have chosen and should be used in
conjunction with your Rocky Mountain Owner’s Manual, which is included with your bike.
Please read the Owner’s Manual before your first ride. If you do not have a copy of the
Owner’s Manual, you can get it from your nearest authorized Rocky Mountain dealer.
SHREDIQUETTE
Riders
Always be courteous to other trail users. Use extra caution around domestic animals, such as
dogs and horses. Give other trail users right-of-way in all situations, during both climbing and
descending.
Trail
Only ride your bicycle on trails and paths sanctioned for bicycle use. Follow all local laws
and regulations. As for all trail users, care should be taken to avoid impacts on the trail or
environment. Do not skid on or modify trails.
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Getting to know your bike 5
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BIKE
Technical details
• Designed to win enduro races, the Altitude’s refined carbon • The result is a sensitive yet supportive feeling platform
frame means it is tough enough to withstand aggressive that’s dialed in for bottom out resistance with both coil and
descents and light enough to make easy work of the modern air shocks.
liaisons between stages.
• Bearing shields throughout help prevent contamination
• The RIDE-9™ adjustment system allows riders to quickly from gnarly trail conditions or post-ride wash stations.
fine tune their geometry and suspension with a pair of Allen
• Dual row bearings at the dropouts for a stiffer rear triangle.
keys.
• The fully enclosed internal routing on our carbon models
• We’ve increased the reach, made the seat tube angle
and large open ports on alloy allow for easy cable and hose
steeper, lengthened the chainstays, and designed for a 44
installations.
mm offset fork. The Altitude was designed for speed, while
maintaining its trail manners. • Integrated OneUp chain guide, with 2-bolt ISCG05 for
mounting a bashguard, keeping your chain on and your ring
• Improved small bump compliance and reduced pedal kick,
intact.
while providing increased mid-stroke sensitivity and end-
stroke progression. • Integrated downtube protector and shuttle guard.
• New, smaller sealed bearings at the shock eyelet • All frame sizes are water bottle compatible.
dramatically improve shock sensitivity (aftermarket shock
compatible).
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Basic setup 6
BASIC SETUP
There are several variables that can be manipulated to fine tune the setup of your suspension. These are some basic guidelines to get you in the
ballpark, and you should experiment to see what best suits you from there. The first step is to set your sag. Sag refers to how much the suspension
moves under just the weight of the rider (including all riding accessories). Air pressure or coil spring rate and preload is adjusted until the desired
amount of sag is measured.
Please observe the minimum and maximum amount of preload recommended by the manufacturer for a given coil spring. If you need to change the
spring rate, please note you must remove the eyelet bearings to remove the coil spring.
Shock sag Fork sag
We recommend approximately 30–35% sag for this platform. We recommend approximately 15–20% sag for this platform.
Regular Kinematic (Size MD - LG - XL)
Sag
30%: 18 mm
35%: 21 mm
Fork travel
170 mm
Shock stroke Sag
230 x 60 mm 15%: 26 mm
20%: 34 mm
Light Kinematic (Size SM)
Sag
30%: 16.5 mm
35%: 19.5 mm
Shock stroke
210 x 55 mm
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Basic setup 7
SHOCK EYELET BEARING
Service
Your frame is equipped with cartridge bearings in the rear eyelet, allowing for better small-bump compliance. These bearings are carried by cups
that have a very firm press fit into the shock shaft.
If you have your shock serviced, we highly recommend If you do not have the Rocky Mountain Bearing Eyelet Tool
removing these components, as suspension service centres Kit, use a blind bearing puller:
cannot guarantee they will be returned.
• Use a blind bearing puller (8 mm extension) to remove both
To remove the system, follow these steps: bearings.
• Use the Rocky Mountain Bearing Eyelet Tool Kit • Remove the centre sleeve.
(Part# 1810031)
• Use the blind bearing puller (10 mm extension) to remove
• Install the top hat piece on one side of the bearing eyelet the empty cups.
• Next, install one of the cup removal tools over the bearing NOTE: the inner diameter of the cups is 11 mm, which means
cup with the top hat piece installed. the 12 mm extension won’t fit (So don't force it); Use the 10
mm extension.
• Thread the M8 screw snuggly against the top hat piece
To install new cups, use a bearing press or vice with soft jaws
• Install the other cup removal tool over the other bearing cup
installed, making sure to press on the outer edge of the cups,
• Thread the M8 screw all the way in until it starts pushing on and don’t forget the centre spacer sleeve between the cups.
the other side. It is contacting the inside of the top hat
piece.
• Keep threading until one of the cups is full pushed out.
• Next insert the drift tool through the shock eyelet and rest it
firmly against the bearing cup that is still pressed in the
shock eyelet.
• Gently, but firmly, hammer the drift tool until the bearing cup
is fully removed from the shock eyelet.
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Shock setup 8
ALTITUDE SPRING CHART
Rebound Compression
Rebound adjustment controls how quickly your suspension Low speed compression (LSC) controls rider weight shifts,
returns to full extension after it hits a bump. Too much rebound pumping through terrain, G-outs, and other slow inputs. Too
control, and the fork or shock will move too slowly, sinking much LSC will result in a harsher ride feel; too little LSC will
deeper and deeper into its travel under repeated hits, which result in a ride feel that’s too soft and unresponsive.
will feel harsh. Too little, and the suspension can spring back
too quickly, causing a loss of traction and control. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendations for base settings, and
experiment to find your happy place.
2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 FOX DHX2 COIL SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT STEEL SPRING FOX SLS SPRING RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG WEIGHT WEIGHT LSR SETTING HSR SETTING LSC SETTING HSC SETTING
100 / 45 300 300 19-21 mm 10-11 6-7 14-15 6-7
110 / 50 300 325 19-21 mm 9--11 6-7 14-15 6-7
120 / 55 350 350 19-21 mm 8-9 6-7 14-15 6-7
130 / 59 350 375 19-21 mm 8-10 6-7 13-14 6-7
140 / 64 400 400 19-21 mm 6-7 5-6 12-13 5-6
150 / 68 400 425 19-21 mm 6-7 5-7 11-13 5-6
160 / 73 450 450 19-21 mm 5-6 4-5 9-10 5-6
170 / 77 450 475 19-21 mm 5-6 4-5 9-11 4-6
180 / 82 500 500 19-21 mm 4-5 4-5 9-10 4-5
190 / 86 500 525 19-21 mm 4-5 3-5 7-9 3-4
200 / 91 550 550 19-21 mm 3-4 3-4 6-7 3-4
210 / 95 600 19-21 mm 2-3 2-3 5-6 2-3
220 / 100 600 19-21 mm 2-3 2-3 5-6 2-3
230 / 105 650 Not Available 19-21 mm 1-2 1-2 4-5 1-2
240 / 109 700 19-21 mm 1-2 0-1 3-4 0-1
250 / 114 Not Available 19-21 mm Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available
2021 ALTITUDE 210x55 FOX DHX2 COIL SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT STEEL SPRING FOX SLS SPRING RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG WEIGHT WEIGHT LSR SETTING HSR SETTING LSC SETTING HSC SETTING
100 / 45 300 325 17-19 mm 9-11 6-7 14-15 6-7
110 / 50 350 350 17-19 mm 8-9 6-7 14-15 6-7
120 / 55 350 375 17-19 mm 8-10 6-7 13-14 6-7
130 / 59 400 400 17-19 mm 6-7 5-6 12-13 5-6
140 / 64 400 400 17-19 mm 6-7 5-6 12-13 5-6
150 / 68 400 425 17-19 mm 6-7 5-7 11-13 5-6
160 / 73 450 450 17-19 mm 5-6 4-5 9-10 5-6
170 / 77 450 475 17-19 mm 5-6 4-5 9-11 4-6
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Shock setup 9
ALTITUDE SPRING CHART
2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 FOX FLOAT X2 AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
FOX FLOAT X2 PSI SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG LSR SETTING HSR SETTING LSC SETTING HSC SETTING
100 / 45 130 19-21 mm 12-14 5-6 14-16 6-7
110 / 50 140 19-21 mm 11-13 5-6 14-16 6-7
120 / 55 150 19-21 mm 10-12 5-6 13-15 6-7
130 / 59 160 19-21 mm 9-11 4-5 13-15 6-7
140 / 64 170 19-21 mm 8-10 4-5 12-14 5-6
150 / 68 180 19-21 mm 7-9 4-5 11-13 5-6
160 / 73 190 19-21 mm 7-9 3-4 10-12 5-6
170 / 77 200 19-21 mm 6-8 3-4 9-11 4-5
180 / 82 210 19-21 mm 6-8 3-4 8-10 4-5
190 / 86 220 19-21 mm 5-7 2-3 7-9 4-5
200 / 91 230 19-21 mm 4-6 2-3 6-8 4-5
210 / 95 240 19-21 mm 3-5 2-3 5-7 3-4
220 / 100 250 19-21 mm 2-4 2-3 4-6 3-4
230 / 105 260 19-21 mm 2-4 1-2 2-4 3-4
240 / 109 270 19-21 mm 1-3 1-2 2-4 3-4
250 / 114 280 19-21 mm 1-3 1-2 2-4 2-3
2021 ALTITUDE 210x55 FOX FLOAT X2 AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
FOX FLOAT X2 PSI SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG LSR SETTING HSR SETTING LSC SETTING HSC SETTING
100 / 45 140 17-19 mm 11-13 5-6 14-16 6-7
110 / 50 150 17-19 mm 10-12 5-6 13-15 6-7
120 / 55 160 17-19 mm 9-11 4-5 13-15 6-7
130 / 59 170 17-19 mm 8-10 4-5 12-14 5-6
140 / 64 180 17-19 mm 7-9 4-5 11-13 5-6
150 / 68 190 17-19 mm 7-9 3-4 10-12 5-6
160 / 73 200 17-19 mm 6-8 3-4 9-11 4-5
170 / 77 210 17-19 mm 6-8 3-4 8-10 4-5
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Shock setup 10
ALTITUDE SPRING CHART
2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 FOX DPX2 AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
FOX DPX2 PSI SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG LSR SETTING LSC SETTING *IF AVAILABLE
100 / 45 150 19-21 mm 12 Start open / Adjust to suit
110 / 50 160 19-21 mm 11-12 Start open / Adjust to suit
120 / 55 170 19-21 mm 11 Start open / Adjust to suit
130 / 59 180 19-21 mm 10-11 Start open / Adjust to suit
140 / 64 190 19-21 mm 10 Start open / Adjust to suit
150 / 68 200 19-21 mm 8-10 Start open / Adjust to suit
160 / 73 210 19-21 mm 8 Start open / Adjust to suit
170 / 77 220 19-21 mm 7-8 Start open / Adjust to suit
180 / 82 230 19-21 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suit
190 / 86 240 19-21 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suit
200 / 91 250 19-21 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suit
210 / 95 260 19-21 mm 5-6 Start open / Adjust to suit
220 / 100 270 19-21 mm 5 Start open / Adjust to suit
230 / 105 280 19-21 mm 2-3 Start open / Adjust to suit
240 / 109 290 19-21 mm 2 Start open / Adjust to suit
250 / 114 300 19-21 mm 2 Start open / Adjust to suit
2021 ALTITUDE 210x55 FOX DPX2 AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
FOX DPX2 PSI SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG LSR SETTING LSC SETTING *IF AVAILABLE
100 / 45 160 17-19 mm 11-12 Start open / Adjust to suit
110 / 50 170 17-19 mm 11 Start open / Adjust to suit
120 / 55 180 17-19 mm 10-11 Start open / Adjust to suit
130 / 59 190 17-19 mm 10 Start open / Adjust to suit
140 / 64 200 17-19 mm 8-10 Start open / Adjust to suit
150 / 68 210 17-19 mm 8 Start open / Adjust to suit
160 / 73 220 17-19 mm 7-8 Start open / Adjust to suit
170 / 77 230 17-19 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suitAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Shock setup 11
ALTITUDE SPRING CHART
2021 ALTITUDE 230x60 ROCK SHOX DELUXE AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
ROCK SHOX SDLX PSI SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG LSR SETTING LSC SETTING *IF AVAILABLE
100 / 45 120 19-21 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suit
110 / 50 130 19-21 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suit
120 / 55 140 19-21 mm 6-7 Start open / Adjust to suit
130 / 59 150 19-21 mm 6-7 Start open / Adjust to suit
140 / 64 160 19-21 mm 6 Start open / Adjust to suit
150 / 68 170 19-21 mm 5-6 Start open / Adjust to suit
160 / 73 180 19-21 mm 5-6 Start open / Adjust to suit
170 / 77 190 19-21 mm 5 Start open / Adjust to suit
180 / 82 200 19-21 mm 4-5 Start open / Adjust to suit
190 / 86 210 19-21 mm 4-5 Start open / Adjust to suit
200 / 91 220 19-21 mm 4 Start open / Adjust to suit
210 / 95 230 19-21 mm 4-3 Start open / Adjust to suit
220 / 100 240 19-21 mm 4-3 Start open / Adjust to suit
230 / 105 250 19-21 mm 3 Start open / Adjust to suit
240 / 109 260 19-21 mm 3-2 Start open / Adjust to suit
250 / 114 270 19-21 mm 3-2 Start open / Adjust to suit
2021 ALTITUDE 210x55 ROCK SHOX DELUXE AIR SHOCK *Count clicks from Closed: 0 Clicks = Closed*
RIDER WEIGHT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
ROCK SHOX SDLX PSI SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG LSR SETTING LSC SETTING *IF AVAILABLE
100 / 45 130 17-19 mm 7 Start open / Adjust to suit
110 / 50 140 17-19 mm 6-7 Start open / Adjust to suit
120 / 55 150 17-19 mm 6-7 Start open / Adjust to suit
130 / 59 160 17-19 mm 6 Start open / Adjust to suit
140 / 64 170 17-19 mm 5-6 Start open / Adjust to suit
150 / 68 180 17-19 mm 5-6 Start open / Adjust to suit
160 / 73 190 17-19 mm 5 Start open / Adjust to suit
170 / 77 200 17-19 mm 4-5 Start open / Adjust to suitAltitude Alloy Platform Manual RIDE-9 12
RIDE-9
The RIDE-9™ adjustment system allows riders to quickly fine tune their geometry with a pair of Allen keys. Nine configurations are possible
thanks to a pair of rotating chips. Geometry setup is a complex artform with huge variables in rider style, preference, terrain, and ability. We do
recommend the use of professional services, but we also believe that learning to dial in your own bike is the best way to fully understand its
performance. When adjusting your RIDE-9 position, make gradual, incremental changes, take notes, and be methodical. Don’t adjust in a hurry
before a big ride. Take your time and enjoy the process.
Go HERE to download the full guide
READY FOR ANY TRAIL
The RIDE-9™ adjustment system allows
you to quickly fine-tune your geometry and
suspension with a pair of Allen keys.
S T E E PE R
H E A D -T U B E A N G L E
L ES S
PRO G R ES S I V E
S U S PE N S I O N
9
6
8
5
2
7
4
1
S L AC K ER
H E A D -T U B E A N G L E
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PRO G R ES S I V E
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S U S PEN S I O N
Position 1
S L AC K
tability at high speeds.
S
Recommended for
more aggressive trail
1 riding.
9 5
5 9
1
Position 5
N EU T R A L
Balanced handling
and stability.
1
9 5
5 9
1
Position 9
STEEP
Quicker handling.
Recommended for
better climbing traction.
1
9 5Altitude Alloy Platform Manual RM two-position axle 13 RM TWO-POSITION AXLE USER MANUAL The 2021 Altitude frame, in both alloy and carbon, is equipped with a 2-position axle dropout. This allows the user to choose a short or long rear- center length that suits their personal preferences. To match the position of the rear axle to the brake caliper, the frame is also equipped with a unique Rocky Mountain brake adapter. It is designed to fit both axle positions and ensure that the brake caliper is properly positioned in relation to the rotor with maximum clamping surface area. This adapter comes with laser etched instruction regarding its required mounting orientation in relation to the chosen axle position. Short ----> FWD means the arrow should be pointing forward when the axle is in the short position. Long ----> FWD means the arrow should be pointing forward when the axle is in the long position.
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Cable routing how to 14 CABLE ROUTING HOW TO Removing the rear wheel and rear shock will allow you to cycle the rear triangle and give better access to direct the housing in the area between the chain stay and main pivot. Cycling the rear triangle as you push the housing forward also reduces friction as the housing moves through the bottom bracket port. The tube-in-tube channels in the chainstay can be a tight fit, especially with the curves they have to navigate to get around the chainstay bridge. Spray soapy water or isopropyl alcohol into the opening as a lubricant to help with fitting the housing from one end to the other. Do not use grease or oil; this will leave a mess and attract dirt.
Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Cable routing how to 15
REPLACING/INSTALLING REAR DERAILLEUR CABLE HOUSING
1. Remove non-drive side head tube port cover. 4. Guide the housing into the housing port above the bottom
bracket. Make sure you insert the derailleur housing into the
port labeled “Shift.”
2. If replacing the old housing, cut a new piece to the same
length. If you don’t have the old piece, approximate the length
required and cut a slightly longer portion.
5. Push the cable from the rear until it appears at the head tube
port. Fish it out with a pick or a bent spoke.
3. Beginning from the rear of the bike, begin feeding the
housing into the cable opening on the drive side chain stay.
Push the cable forward and simultaneously twist the housing.
6. Install the foam sleeve over the housing. You will need to
push the foam down the housing until the foam is fully inserted
inside the frame.
7. Once the housing is installed, re-install the headtube port.Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Cable routing how to 16
REPLACING/INSTALLING REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE
Note: The instructions listed below are for a hydraulic brake with the hose attached to the caliper but not lever. Lever will have to reconnected and
bleed according to manufacturing specifications once hose has been installed.
1. Remove non-drive side head tube port cover for standard 4. Guide the brake hose into the housing port above the
rear brake lever position (Right-hand side) or drive side head bottom bracket. Make sure you insert the derailleur housing
tube port cover for moto / reverse rear brake lever position into the port labeled “Brake”. Any brake port will do.
(left-hand side).
2. Place the rubber grommet onto the hydraulic hose and slide
it back towards the brake caliper. Ensure the grommet is in the 5. Push the brake hose from the rear until it comes out at the
correct orientation. head tube port. Fish it out with a pick or a bent spoke.
3. Push the hose forward and simultaneously twist the hose 6. Before you re-attach the hose to the brake lever, install the
until it comes out at the forward end of the chain stay foam sleeve over the hose. You will need to push the foam
housing down the hose until it is fully inserted inside the frame.
7. Once the hose is re-attached to the brake lever, re-install
the headtube port.Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Cable routing how to 17
REPLACING/INSTALLING DROPPER POST HOUSING
The alloy frame has a natural guiding surface built above the bottom bracket which helps the housing transition from the seat tube to the down
tube and up towards the head tube port.
1. Remove drive side head tube port cover. 5. Before you re-attach the seatpost housing to the dropper
post lever, install the foam sleeve over the housing. You will
need to push the foam housing down the hose until it is fully
inserted inside the frame.
6. Complete the dropper post installation as per the dropper
post manufacturer’s instructions.
2. If replacing the old housing, cut a new piece to the same
length. If you don’t have the old piece, approximate the length
required and cut a slightly longer portion.
7. Once the seat post is correctly installed, re-install the
headtube port.
3. Gently bend a 2-inch portion of the end of the seat post
housing. This will allow the housing to glide up the downtube
without catching on edges inside the frame.
4. Beginning from the seat tube, begin feeding the housing
down. Push the housing down, gently twisting back and forth
until it makes it way up the down tube. Fish it out with a pick or
a bent spoke.Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Critical dimensions 18
CRITICAL DIMENSIONS
Ream depth (CARBON):
S: 210 mm Headset standard:
M: 235 mm (Both 27.5 and 29) ZS44 top
L: 250 mm ZS56 bottom
XL: 280 mm
Seatpost outer diameter: 30.9 mm
Seat QR inner diameter: 34.9 mm
Fork:
Altitude 27.5
Hardware: Max Travel = 170mm
25 mm x M8 Max Axle to Crown
Minimum insertion: Length = 567
100 mm
Altitude 29
Max Travel =170mm
Max Axle to Crown
Length = 586
Brake standard: Max tire size:
180 mm post mount 27.5 x 2.6 /
Max rotor: 29 x 2.6
203 mm Hardware:
Rocky Mountain Shock dimensions:
bearing eyelets Size SM
Rear hub spacing: 210 x 55 mm
Boost 148 mm Size MD – LG – XL
Chain guide standard:
Rocky Mountain Canadarm with 230x60mm
OneUp Components V2 TopGuide
Bashguard standard:
Two-bolt ISCG05
Bottom bracket standard: Max chainring size:
UDH Compatible
Press Fit BB92 36t
IN LONG POSITION ONLY:
Requires use of Sram
00.4318.005.033 rear axle
Shock fitment
We check clearances for many shocks but cannot guarantee compatibility with all makes and models.
Please contact your local dealer if you have a specific question regarding shock fitment.
Please note that you cannot run a 230mm eye-to-eye shock with a stroke longer than 60mm. The 62.5mm and 65mm stroke versions will
result in the link colliding with the frame due to the increased stroke
Approved Shocks (For 210x55 (Size SM) and 230x60 (Size MD-LG-XL)
Fox Marzocchi RockShox Cane Creek
• FLOAT DPS • Bomber RC • Deluxe • DB Coil
• FLOAT DPX2 • Super Deluxe Air • DBIL Coil
• FLOAT X2 • Super Deluxe Coil • DB Air
• DHX2 • DBIL AirAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Pro tips & tricks & Exploded view 19
PRO TIPS & TRICKS
• When tuning your suspension, write down your settings
so you can refer back to them. Better yet, use an online
• When assembling pivot bolts, use grease to “stick” any
spreadsheet on your phone!
spacers into place while you assemble.
• Use a 4 mm plastic housing ferrule to plug any unused
• Insert pivots through bearings/spacers so they sit flush
cable ports at the head tube.
with the inside of the inner race, holding washers in
place while you assemble.
• When removing your rear wheel, you can rest the chain on
the driveside seatstay protector to prevent it from dangling • Zip-tie a spare derailleur hanger to your saddle rails so you
awkwardly. always have one with you when you’re deep in the woods.
• When replacing shift or post housing, you can use
a RockShox reverb tool to simply pull a new piece of
housing right into place, without disturbing the inner
foam tubes. ROCKSHOX REVERB TOOL
EXPLODED VIEW
Please refer to the table for torque values and assembly details.
These views are provided to explain how your frame is assembled.Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Full list of parts 20
FULL LIST OF PARTS
Please refer to the small-parts kits available for purchase.
There are several kits that can help you maintain your bike for maximum trail performance: https://shop.bikes.com/collections/parts
These are available from your local dealer and on www.bikes.com.
# QTY ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION TORQUE (NM) INSTALLATION NOTES
1 1 ADAPTER 1801022 BRAKE ADAPTER
2 1 AXLE CHIP 3221001 AXLE FLIP CHIP, LEFT
3 1 AXLE CHIP 3221002 AXLE FLIP CHIP, RIGHT
APPLY GREASE TO AXLE SHAFT
AND THREADS. USE STAINLESS
4 1 AXLE, REAR 3227009 REAR AXLE 12X 173MM, HARD BLACK ANO 10
STEEL WASHER (3227006) ON
NON-DRIVE-SIDE.
5 1 BB PORT COVER 3227010 SLAYER BB PLASTIC PORT COVER
6 6 BEARING 3227011 ENDURO 688 LLU MAX 16X8X5
ENDURO BEARING 6900 2RS MAX TYPE,
7 6 BEARING 3227012
22X10X6 SIZE
8 1 BEARING SLEEVE 3227013 BEARING EYELET CENTRE SLEEVE
APPLY GREASE TO PIVOT BOLTS,
LINK BOLT, UPPER, M10X1.0,
9 1 BOLT 3227014 8 AND LOCTITE 243 (BLUE) TO
L:58.5, 6MM HEX
SCREW THREADS.
APPLY GREASE TO PIVOT BOLTS,
LINK BOLT, LOWER, M10X1.0,
10 1 BOLT 3227015 8 AND LOCTITE 243 (BLUE) TO
L:70.5, 6MM HEX
SCREW THREADS.
APPLY GREASE TO INNER
BEARING RACES AND LOCTITE
11 1 BOLT 3227016 MP BOLT, M10X1.25, L:75, 6MM HEX 15
243 TO FEMALE CHAIN STAY
THREADS.
APPLY LOCTITE 243 TO FEMALE
12 2 BOLT 3227017 DROPOUT BOLT, M8X1.0, L:30, 6MM HEX 8
SEAT STAY THREADS.
TORQUE ONLY WITH CORRECT
SHOCK AND HARDWARE
13 1 BOLT 3227018 SHOCK BOLT, M8X1.0, L:34.5, 5MM HEX 8 INSTALLED. APPLY GREASE TO
SHOCK BOLTS, AND LOCTITE 243
(BLUE) TO SCREW THREADS.
SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW; M5X8, APPLY LOCTITE 243 (BLUE) TO
14 1 BOLT 3227019Altitude Alloy Platform Manual Full list of parts 21
FULL LIST OF PARTS
# QTY ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION TORQUE (NM) INSTALLATION NOTES
23 1 CHAINGUIDE BASE 3391001 BASE PART OF CHAINGUIDE
CHAINGUIDE
24 1 3391002 SLIDING PART OF CHAINGUIDE
SLIDE
FLIP CHIP, OUTSIDE, AL7075, BLACK
25 2 FLIP CHIP 1807003
ANODIZE.
26 2 FLIP CHIP 1807004 FLIP CHIP, INSIDE, AL7075, BLACK ANODIZE.
1060130ALU-
27 1 FRONT TRIANGLE FRONT TRIANGLE, ALTITUDE
1061136ALU
28 1 GROMMET 1800002 SLAYER BB PORT GROMMET, 85A
REAR DER. HANGER, EXT THREAD, STD
29 1 HANGER 1091004
MOUNT
HT PORT COVER,
30 1 1800004 HT PLASTIC PORT COVER, M4, LEFT
LEFT
HT PORT COVER,
31 1 1800003 HT PLASTIC PORT COVER, M4, RIGHT
RIGHT
33 1 LINK 1091006 2021 ALTITUDE LINK 27.5" M, S
34 1 LINK 1091001 2021 ALTITUDE LINK 29" (M, L, XL)
35 1 MP CHIP 1801001 MAIN PIVOTCHIP
36 1 O-RING 1805081 O-RING, ID 24.5MM, W:1.50. NITRILE.
37 1 PROTECTOR 370001 DOWNTUBE PROTECTOR
38 2 PROTECTOR 370002 TAILGATE PROTECTOR
39 1 PROTECTOR 3701003 CHAINSTAY PROTECTOR
40 1 PROTECTOR 3701005 DOWNTUBE PROTECTOR XS, S, M (27.5")
41 1 PRTOECTOR 3701001 SEATSTAY PROTECTOR
APPLY LOCTITE 243 (BLUE) TO
42 2 SCREW 1801023 M6-1.0, 22MM LONG, SOCKET HEAD 8
SCREW THREADS.
APPLY GREASE TO BOLT
CSUNK SOCKET SCREW, M4x10mm,
43 2 SCREW, M4X10 1800024-BKAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Full list of parts 22
FULL LIST OF PARTS
# QTY ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION TORQUE (NM) INSTALLATION NOTES
SHOCK BUSHING, ID:12.7mm, OD:15mm,
50 1 SHOCK BUSHING N/A
L:12.7mm, STEEL
51 2 SHOCK REDUCER N/A FOX STD REDUCER FOR 25MM PIN
52 2 SHOCK REDUCER N/A SRAM STD REDUCER FOR 25MM PIN
53 1 SHOCK, PIN N/A SHOCK PIN: ID:8 x 25 mm LONG; ALUMINUM
54 1 SLEEVE 1800008 TT BEARING SLEEVE, ID:10, OD:14, L:29
SS BEARING SLEEVE, ID:10, OD:14, L:41,
55 1 SLEEVE 1800010
NECKED
DROPOUT BEARING SLEEVE, OD:14, ID:8,
56 2 SLEEVE 1800040
T:1.8, 6061 ALU
MAIN PIVOT BEARING SLEEVE, OD:15, ID:10,
57 1 SLEEVE 1801006
T:39, 6061 ALU
58 4 SPACER 1800009 LINK BEARING SPACER, OD:22, ID:10, T:2.5
DO BEARING SPACER, OD:16, ID:8, T:1.5,
59 4 SPACER 1800039
6061 ALU
60 2 SPACER 1800047 MP BEARING SPACER, OD:22, ID:10, T:2.65
HANGER/AXLE NUT FOR UDH COMPATIBLE APPLY LOCTITE 243 (BLUE) TO
61 1 HANGER NUT 1801008 20
HANGER THREADS.
62 1 UDH STOP 1801003 UDH STOPPER
63 3 WASHER 1800019 WASHER ID: 10.2, OD: 15.5, T: 1
64 1 WASHER 1801009 WASHER, 20X24X0.5MM, 304 SS
65 1 WASHER 3227006 WASHER, 12x19x0.5MM, 304 SSAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Small parts kit 23
SMALL PARTS KITS
Please refer to the small-parts kits available for purchase.
There are several kits that can help you maintain your bike for maximum trail performance: https://shop.bikes.com/collections/parts
These are available from your local dealer and on www.bikes.com.
# QTY ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION
1811024 2021 ALTITUDE LINK 27.5" (S,M)
33 1 LINK 1091006 2021 ALTITUDE LINK 27.5" (S, M)
1811025 2021 ALTITUDE LINK 29" (M, L, XL)
34 1 LINK 1091001 2021 ALTITUDE LINK 29" (M, L, XL)
1811003 2021 HANGER KIT
29 1 HANGER 1091004 REAR DER. HANGER, EXT THREAD, UDH COMPATIBLE
6 1 HANGER NUT 1801008 HANGER/AXLE NUT FOR UDH COMPATIBLE HANGER
64 1 WASHER 1801009 WASHER 20X24X0.5MM, 304 SS
1811004 PIVOT BOLT KIT ALT 2021
9 1 BOLT 1800011 LINK BOLT, UPPER, M10X1.0, L:58.5, 6MM HEX
10 1 BOLT 1801004 LINK BOLT, LOWER, M10X1.0, L:70.5, 6MM HEX
63 3 WASHER 1800019 WASHER ID: 10.2, OD: 15.5, T: 1
57 1 SLEEVE 1801006 MAIN PIVOT BEARING SLEEVE, OD:15, ID:10, T:39, 6061 ALU
60 2 SPACER 1800047 MP BEARING SPACER, OD:22, ID:10, T:2.65
11 1 BOLT 1801005 MP BOLT, M10X1.25, L:75, 6MM HEX
35 1 MP CHIP 1801001 MAIN PIVOTCHIP
54 1 SLEEVE 1800008 TT BEARING SLEEVE, ID:10, OD:14, L:29
58 4 SPACER 1800009 LINK BEARING SPACER, OD:22, ID:10, T:2.5
55 1 SLEEVE 1800010 SS BEARING SLEEVE, ID:10, OD:14, L:41, NECKED
12 2 BOLT 1801007 DROPOUT BOLT, M8X1.0, L:30, 6MM HEX
59 4 SPACER 1800039 DO BEARING SPACER, OD:16, ID:8, T:1.5, 6061 ALU
56 2 SLEEVE 1800040 DROPOUT BEARING SLEEVE, OD:14, ID:8, T:1.8, 6061 ALU
1811005 PIVOT BEARING KIT ALT 2021
7 6 BEARING 1807042 ENDURO BEARING 6900 2RS MAX TYPE, 22X10X6 SIZE
6 4 BEARING 1801010 ENDURO 688 LLU MAX 16X8X5
1811006 SHOCK BOLT KIT ALT 2021
13 1 BOLT 1801018 SHOCK BOLT, M8X1.0, L:34.5, 5MMHEX
15 1 BOLT 1807049 CSUNK BOLT, 8MM X 57MM X M6 INT
47 1 SCREW, M6X12 180566-012 FLAT HEAD CSUNK SOCKET SCREW, M6-1.0 X 12MM, STAINLESS BLACKAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Small parts kit 24
SMALL PARTS KITS
# QTY ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION
1811007 SHOCK BEARING EYELET KIT ALT 2021
17 2 BRG SPACER 1800032 EYELET BEARING SPACER, T:6.3, FOR 40 MM LINK WIDTH
6 2 BEARING 1801010 ENDURO 688 LLU MAX 16X8X5
8 1 BEARING SLEEVE 1807028 BEARING EYELET CENTRE SLEEVE
16 2 BRG CUP 1800031 BEARING EYELET FOR 16X8X5 BRG
1811008 CHAIN GUIDE KIT ALT 2021
14 1 BOLT 1801019 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW M5X8, BLUE LOCTITE
22 1 CHAINGUIDE 3391004 ONEUP CHAINGUIDE ASSEMBLY (1C0686)
23 1 CHAINGUIDE BASE 3391001 BASE PART OF CHAINGUIDE
24 1 CHAINGUIDE SLIDE 3391002 SLIDING PART OF CHAINGUIDE
1811009 BIKE PROTECTION ALT 2021 FOR 29" & LG/XL 27.5"
39 1 PROTECTOR 3701003 CHAINSTAY PROTECTOR
41 1 PROTECTOR 3701001 SEATSTAY PROTECTOR
37 1 PROTECTOR 370001 DOWNTUBE PROTECTOR
38 2 PROTECTOR 370002 TAILGATE PROTECTOR
1811010 BIKE PROTECTION ALT 2021 FOR XS/S/M 27.5"
39 1 PROTECTOR 3701003 CHAINSTAY PROTECTOR
41 1 PROTECTOR 3701001 SEATSTAY PROTECTOR
38 2 PROTECTOR 370002 TAILGATE PROTECTOR
40 1 PROTECTOR 3701005 DOWNTUBE PROTECTOR XS, S, M (27.5")
1817011 AXLE KIT BOOST
4 1 AXLE, REAR 3227009 REAR AXLE 12X 173MM, HARD BLACK ANO
68 1 WASHER 3227006 WASHER, 12X19X0.5MM, 304 SS
1811011 AXLE FLIP CHIP KIT
2 1 AXLE CHIP 3221001 AXLE FLIP CHIP, LEFT
3 1 AXLE CHIP 3221002 AXLE FLIP CHIP, RIGHT
38 1 O-RING 1805081 O-RING, ID 24.5MM, W:1.50 NITRILE
1811012 UDH STOPPER KIT
62 1 UDH STOP 1801003 UDH STOPPER
46 1 SCREW, M5X10 1808152OVT CSUNK SOCKET SCREW, M5-0.8X10MM. BLACK STAINLESS STEEL
1811013 BRAKE ADAPTER KIT FOR 2 POSITION AXLE
1 1 ADAPTER 1801022 BRAKE ADAPTER
42 2 SCREW 1801023 M6-1.0, 22MM LONG, SOCKET HEADAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Small parts kit 25
SMALL PARTS KIT
# QTY ITEM PARTS NO. DESCRIPTION
1810022 HEAD TUBE PANEL KIT 2020
HT PORT COVER,
30 1 1800004 HT PLASTIC PORT COVER, M4, LEFT
LEFT
HT PORT COVER,
31 1 1800003 HT PLASTIC PORT COVER, M4, RIGHT
RIGHT
43 2 SCREW, M4X10 1800024-BK CSUNK SOCKET SCREW, M4X10MM, STAINLESS BLACK
1811016 BB CABLE PORT KIT ALT 2021
5 1 BB PORT COVER 1800001 SLAYER BB PLASTIC PORT COVER
28 1 GROMMET 1800002 SLAYER BB PORT GROMMET, 85A
45 2 SCREW, M4X8 1807068-BK CSUNK SOCKET SCREW, M4X8MM, STAINLESS BLACK
1810009 RIDE9 FLIP CHIP KIT
25 2 FLIP CHIP 1807003 FLIP CHIP, OUTSIDE, AL7075, BLACK ANODIZE
26 2 FLIP CHIP 1807004 FLIP CHIP, INSIDE, AL7075, BLACK ANODIZE
1811017 CANADIAN SHIELD 29 KIT ALT 2021
CANADIAN
19 1 1091005 29" CHAINSTAY YOKE COVER
SHIELD 29
SCREW, M4X10,
44 2 1801013 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW; M4X10
BLACK
1811018 CANADIAN SHIELD 27.5 KIT ALT 2021
CANADIAN SHIELD
20 1 1991006 27.5" CHAINSTAY YOKE COVER
275
SCREW, M4X10,
44 2 1801013 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW; M4X10
BLACKAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Warranty information 26
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Your bicycle is warrantied against defects in materials and manufacturing as per the following table:
CATEGORY TERM NOTES
Frame members 5 years Front triangle + rear triangle, links
Hardware 1 year Pivots, axles, etc.
Drive wear items 1 year Pulleys, pinions, transfer chain
If stored for 3+ months, charge battery every 3 months.
Battery 2 years
Failure to do so may cause damage.
Components As per original manufacturer warranty
All warranty and after-sale service must be handled by the authorized dealer who sold the complete bicycle or frame. We cover your Rocky
Mountain frame for defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase of your new Rocky Mountain bicycle according to the
frame material and the type of use.
Frame material / type of use
• Carbon fibre: 5 years – Limited* • The purchase of a Rocky Mountain bicycle or frame from
third-party internet sites (such as eBay), no matter what the
• Aluminum – front and fully suspended: 5 years – Limited* listing says
• Downhill and freeride: 3 years – Limited* • This limited warranty covers bicycles previously used for
commercial activity such as rental (bike park), courier, police,
* Please refer to the limitations stated below.
security, etc. against defects in material and workmanship.
Hardware, bearings, pivots and bushings are excluded from
NOTE – Warranty is not valid for:
our warranty policy.
• The installation of components, parts or accessories that
are not originally intended for or compatible with the bicycle Warranty coverage against other defects in
(or frame) as sold workmanship and materials
• Coating – paint and decals: 1 year
• The purchase of a Rocky Mountain bicycle from an
unauthorized dealer • Full suspension frame hardware, bearings, pivots
and bushings*: 1 year.
*Links are part of the frame.
• Downhill and freeride frame hardware, suspension:
6 monthsAltitude Alloy Platform Manual Warranty information 27
What is not covered?
• Normal wear and tear • If you ride in extreme terrain, as depicted in mountain biking
videos (e.g., by taking “trial”-style riding courses, riding
• Damage or failure caused by accident, misuse, abuse or ramps, performing stunts, riding on BMX tracks, riding in the
neglect city down stairs and embankments or riding in other similar
terrain), you put yourself at great personal risk and forfeit the
• Extreme or improper use of your Rocky Mountain bicycle
warranty as outlined in the Warranty Table. It is important to
outside of its intended purpose
note that bent components, frames, forks, handlebars, seat
• Improper assembly and/or lack of proper maintenance posts, pedals, cranks and wheel rims are signs of accidents
and/or abuse.
• Paint fading caused by the effects of ultraviolet light (UV) or
outdoor exposure is not covered by this limited warranty. • Labour for part replacement or changeover is not included.
• Scratches and/or chips in the paint caused by dirt, rocks, • Rocky Mountain Bicycles reserves the right to repair or
road debris, roof rack transport, etc. are not covered by this replace at its discretion any part that is deemed to be
limited warranty. covered by a valid warranty.
• Components, parts or accessories not compatible with the • Please note that Rocky Mountain Bicycles cannot guarantee
bicycle (or frame) a colour match to the original part.
• Damage on pressfit bottom bracket caused by improper • This warranty extends from the date of purchase, applies
service or materials/parts is not covered by the Rocky only to the original owner, and is not transferable.
Mountain Limited Warranty.
Details of what is not covered under warranty EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION OF DAMAGES
• Normal wear and tear on tires, tubes, brakes, gear cables, THE WARRANTY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN BICYCLES IS LIMITED
brake pads, etc. is not covered. Your authorized Rocky TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCTS AND
Mountain dealer will tell you what these normal maintenance DOES NOT GRANT ANY WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESSED
items are. OR IMPLIED, LEGAL OR CONVENTIONAL, AND DISCLAIMS
ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
• Consequential damage or any damage caused by accident, AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES, AND ROCKY
misuse or abuse. MOUNTAIN SHALL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES BE
LIABLE FOR DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
• Improper assembly and/or lack of proper maintenance,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN WHERE ROCKY
sandblasting, sanding, grinding, wire brushing, filing, welding,
MOUNTAIN HAS BEEN ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND
brazing, drilled holes, anodizing, repainting and chrome
ROCKY MOUNTAIN’S LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO $50.00.
plating are not covered under your warranty and may void
the warranty of the component manufacturers.Guide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Introduction et Étiquette de la montagne 28
INTRODUCTION
L’Altitude devient notre principale plateforme pour la course d’enduro et le trail agressif. C’est Athlète : ALN
Photo : Margus Riga
d’ailleurs sur cette bête de vitesse que la Rocky Mountain Race Face Enduro Team a jeté son
Endroit : North Vancouver, BC
dévolu. Redessiné puis mis à l’épreuve lors du triomphe de Jesse aux EWS à Zermatt, en
Suisse, l’Altitude est plus performant que jamais.
L’Altitude a été réimaginé dans l’optique de créer un vélo tout aussi capable de briller sur les
pistes de course modernes que de permettre aux riders de fin de semaine de lâcher leur
fou. Bien sûr, nous ne performons pas tous comme Jesse Melamed, décrochant podium
après podium, mais nous connaissons tous l’électrisante victoire de gagner en rapidité ou de
vaincre un obstacle précédemment contourné. Partez à la conquête de nouveaux sommets
avec l’Altitude.
Le présent guide contient de l’information importante sur la sécurité, l’entretien et l’utilisation.
Lisez-le attentivement et assurez-vous de bien le comprendre avant d’utiliser votre nouveau
vélo Rocky Mountain. Comme il porte uniquement sur la plateforme Altitude, le présent guide
sert de complément au manuel d’utilisation inclus avec votre vélo Rocky Mountain. Lisez le
manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser votre vélo. Si vous n’avez pas le manuel, votre détaillant
Rocky Mountain autorisé peut vous le fournir.
ÉTIQUETTE DE LA MONTAGNE
Riders
Faites toujours preuve de courtoisie envers les autres utilisateurs des sentiers. La prudence
est particulièrement importante en présence d’animaux domestiques comme des chiens
ou des chevaux. Cédez toujours le passage aux autres utilisateurs, en montée comme en
descente.
Sentiers
Ne roulez que sur des sentiers où l’usage de vélos est permis. Respectez la réglementation
locale. Comme tous les utilisateurs, veillez à limiter les répercussions de votre passage sur les
sentiers et l’environnement. Évitez les dérapages et ne modifiez pas les sentiers.Guide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Survol de votre vélo 29
SURVOL DE VOTRE VÉLO
Caractéristiques techniques
• Conçu pour remporter les courses enduro, le cadre en • Le résultat : une plateforme sensible, mais offrant beaucoup
carbone perfectionné de l’Altitude est assez robuste pour de support, conçue pour bien réagir aux compressions
les descentes abruptes, mais suffisamment léger pour complètes avec les amortisseurs à ressorts ou
faciliter les déplacements entre les étapes. pneumatiques modernes.
• Grâce au système d’ajustement RIDE-9MC, le rider peut • Tous les paliers sont protégés pour prévenir la
régler la géométrie et la suspension avec précision et contamination sur les sentiers difficiles ou lors du lavage.
rapidité avec une simple paire de clés hexagonales.
• Des paliers doubles aux jambages arrière augmentent la
• Nous avons augmenté la portée, accentué l’angle du tube rigidité du triangle arrière.
de selle, allongé la base et conçu l’ensemble pour une
• L’installation des câbles et des conduits est facile grâce au
fourche déportée de 44 mm. Pensé pour la vitesse, l’Altitude
passage entièrement interne de nos modèles en carbone et
reste néanmoins adapté aux sentiers.
aux larges ouvertures de nos modèles en alliage.
• Nous avons amélioré la réaction aux petits reliefs et réduit
• Le guide-chaîne OneUp intégré et le support ISCG05 à deux
la rétroaction au pédalier, tout en augmentant la sensibilité à
vis, qui permettent d’installer un protège-plateau, garderont
mi-course et la progression en fin de course.
votre chaîne en place et votre plateau intact.
• Les nouveaux petits paliers d’amortisseur à œillet étanches
• Protecteur de tube diagonal et protège-base intégrés.
améliorent considérablement la sensibilité aux chocs
(compatibles avec les amortisseurs de rechange). • Les cadres de toutes les tailles peuvent accueillir une
bouteille d’eau.Guide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Configuration de base 30
CONFIGURATION DE BASE
Plusieurs variables vous permettent de peaufiner la configuration de votre suspension. Voici les directives de base pour partir du bon pied;
essayez ensuite différents réglages pour voir ce qui vous convient. La première étape consiste à régler l’affaissement, c’est-à-dire le mouvement
de la suspension sous le poids de l’utilisateur et des accessoires. Ajustez la précharge avec la pression d’air ou la tension du ressort jusqu’au
degré d’affaissement souhaité.
Veuillez respecter les précharges minimales et maximales recommandées par le fabricant du ressort. Pour changer la tension, vous devez retirer
les paliers à œillet avant de retirer le ressort.
Affaissement de l’amortisseur Affaissement de la fourche
L’affaissement recommandé pour cette plateforme est de 30 à 35 %. L’affaissement recommandé pour cette plateforme est de 15
à 20 %.
Cinématique standard (tailles MD, LG et XL)
Affaissement
30%: 18mm
35%: 21mm
Débattement de la fourche
170 mm
Affaissement
Course de l’amortisseur
15%: 26mm
230x60 mm
20%: 34mm
Cinématique légère (taille SM)
Affaissement
30%: 16.5mm
35%: 19.5mm
Course de l’amortisseur
210x55 mmGuide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Paliers d’amortisseur à œillet 31
PALIERS D’AMORTISSEUR À ŒILLET
Entretien
Sur le cadre de votre vélo, l’œillet arrière est doté de paliers à cartouche, ce qui améliore la sensibilité aux petits chocs. Ces paliers sont soutenus
par des cuvettes très fermement installées dans l’axe de l’amortisseur.
Si vous faites entretenir votre amortisseur, nous vous Si vous n’avez pas la trousse d’outils pour paliers à œillet de
recommandons fortement de retirer ces composants, car les Rocky Mountain, utilisez un extracteur de palier pour trou
centres d’entretien de la suspension ne peuvent pas garantir borgne :
leur retour.
• Avec l’extracteur (embout de 8 mm), retirez les deux paliers.
Voici comment retirer le système :
• Retirez la douille centrale.
• Utilisez la trousse d’outils pour paliers à œillet de Rocky
Mountain (pièce 1810031). • Avec l’extracteur (embout de 10 mm), retirez les cuvettes
vides.
• Insérez la goupille d’un côté de l’œillet.
N.B. : Le diamètre intérieur des cuvettes est de 11 mm, et donc
• Fixez ensuite l’un des outils d’extraction à la cuvette où est trop petit pour l’embout de 12 mm. Ne le forcez pas. Utilisez
insérée la goupille. plutôt l’embout de 10 mm.
• Vissez la vis M8 jusqu’à ce qu’elle soit bien appuyée sur la
Installez de nouvelles cuvettes avec une presse à palier ou un
goupille.
étau à mordaches en veillant à appuyer sur le bord extérieur
• Fixez l’autre outil d’extraction à l’autre cuvette. des cuvettes. N’oubliez pas la douille-entretoise entre les
cuvettes.
• Vissez la vis M8 au maximum, jusqu’à ce qu’elle pousse sur
la goupille de l’autre côté.
• Continuez à visser jusqu’à ce que l’une des cuvettes soit
entièrement extraite.
• Insérez ensuite le poinçon dans l’œillet en l’appuyant
solidement sur la cuvette qui est toujours dans l’œillet.
• Avec un marteau, frappez doucement mais fermement
sur le poinçon jusqu’à ce que la cuvette soit entièrement
extraite de l’œillet.Guide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Ajustement de l’amortisseur 32
ALTITUDE – TABLEAUX DES RESSORTS
Rebond Compression
Le réglage du rebond contrôle la vitesse à laquelle la La compression basse vitesse résiste aux déplacements
suspension revient en pleine extension après un choc. Si le de poids de l’utilisateur, aux mouvements de pompage, aux
contrôle du rebond est trop serré, la fourche ou l’amortisseur changements de force d’accélération soudains et à d’autres
se déplacera trop lentement et s’enfoncera de plus en plus actions lentes. Si elle est trop élevée, la compression basse
dans son débattement à chaque coup, ce qui donnera une vitesse nuira au confort; si elle ne l’est pas assez, elle sera
sensation de raideur. S’il est trop léger, la suspension peut trop souple et peu réactive.
rebondir trop vite et causer une perte de traction et de
contrôle. Suivez les recommandations du fabricant pour les
réglages de base, puis faites des essais pour trouver l’équilibre
parfait.
AMORTISSEUR À RESSORTS FOX DHX2 230 x 60 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE POIDS DU POIDS DU COMPRESSION COMPRESSION
AFFAISSEMENT DE REBOND LENT REBOND RAPIDE
L’UTILISATEUR RESSORT EN RESSORT SLS DE BASSE VITESSE HAUTE VITESSE
L’AMORTISSEUR RECOMMANDÉ RECOMMANDÉ
(LB / KG) ACIER FOX RECOMMANDÉE RECOMMANDÉE
100 / 45 300 300 19-21 mm 10-11 6-7 14-15 6-7
110 / 50 300 325 19-21 mm 9--11 6-7 14-15 6-7
120 / 55 350 350 19-21 mm 8-9 6-7 14-15 6-7
130 / 59 350 375 19-21 mm 8-10 6-7 13-14 6-7
140 / 64 400 400 19-21 mm 6-7 5-6 12-13 5-6
150 / 68 400 425 19-21 mm 6-7 5-7 11-13 5-6
160 / 73 450 450 19-21 mm 5-6 4-5 9-10 5-6
170 / 77 450 475 19-21 mm 5-6 4-5 9-11 4-6
180 / 82 500 500 19-21 mm 4-5 4-5 9-10 4-5
190 / 86 500 525 19-21 mm 4-5 3-5 7-9 3-4
200 / 91 550 550 19-21 mm 3-4 3-4 6-7 3-4
210 / 95 600 19-21 mm 2-3 2-3 5-6 2-3
220 / 100 600 19-21 mm 2-3 2-3 5-6 2-3
230 / 105 650 Non offert 19-21 mm 1-2 1-2 4-5 1-2
240 / 109 700 19-21 mm 1-2 0-1 3-4 0-1
250 / 114 Non offert 19-21 mm Non offert Non offert Non offert Non offert
AMORTISSEUR À RESSORTS FOX DHX2 210 x 55 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
RIDER WEIGHT STEEL SPRING FOX SLS SPRING RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
SHOCK SAG
LBS / KG WEIGHT WEIGHT LSR SETTING HSR SETTING LSC SETTING HSC SETTING
100 / 45 300 325 17-19 mm 9-11 6-7 14-15 6-7
110 / 50 350 350 17-19 mm 8-9 6-7 14-15 6-7
120 / 55 350 375 17-19 mm 8-10 6-7 13-14 6-7
130 / 59 400 400 17-19 mm 6-7 5-6 12-13 5-6
140 / 64 400 400 17-19 mm 6-7 5-6 12-13 5-6
150 / 68 400 425 17-19 mm 6-7 5-7 11-13 5-6
160 / 73 450 450 17-19 mm 5-6 4-5 9-10 5-6
170 / 77 450 475 17-19 mm 5-6 4-5 9-11 4-6Guide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Ajustement de l’amortisseur 33
ALTITUDE – TABLEAUX DES RESSORTS
AMORTISSEUR PNEUMATIQUE FOX FLOAT X2 230 x 60 mm – ALTITUDE 202 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE COMPRESSION COMPRESSION
PRESSION DE L’AMORTISSEUR FOX AFFAISSEMENT DE REBOND LENT REBOND RAPIDE
L’UTILISATEUR BASSE VITESSE HAUTE VITESSE
FLOAT X2 L’AMORTISSEUR RECOMMANDÉ RECOMMANDÉ
(LB / KG) RECOMMANDÉE RECOMMANDÉE
100 / 45 130 19-21 mm 12-14 5-6 14-16 6-7
110 / 50 140 19-21 mm 11-13 5-6 14-16 6-7
120 / 55 150 19-21 mm 10-12 5-6 13-15 6-7
130 / 59 160 19-21 mm 9-11 4-5 13-15 6-7
140 / 64 170 19-21 mm 8-10 4-5 12-14 5-6
150 / 68 180 19-21 mm 7-9 4-5 11-13 5-6
160 / 73 190 19-21 mm 7-9 3-4 10-12 5-6
170 / 77 200 19-21 mm 6-8 3-4 9-11 4-5
180 / 82 210 19-21 mm 6-8 3-4 8-10 4-5
190 / 86 220 19-21 mm 5-7 2-3 7-9 4-5
200 / 91 230 19-21 mm 4-6 2-3 6-8 4-5
210 / 95 240 19-21 mm 3-5 2-3 5-7 3-4
220 / 100 250 19-21 mm 2-4 2-3 4-6 3-4
230 / 105 260 19-21 mm 2-4 1-2 2-4 3-4
240 / 109 270 19-21 mm 1-3 1-2 2-4 3-4
250 / 114 280 19-21 mm 1-3 1-2 2-4 2-3
AMORTISSEUR PNEUMATIQUE FOX FLOAT X2 210 x 55 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE COMPRESSION COMPRESSION
PRESSION DE L’AMORTISSEUR FOX AFFAISSEMENT DE REBOND LENT REBOND RAPIDE
L’UTILISATEUR BASSE VITESSE HAUTE VITESSE
FLOAT X2 L’AMORTISSEUR RECOMMANDÉ RECOMMANDÉ
(LB / KG) RECOMMANDÉE RECOMMANDÉE
100 / 45 140 17-19 mm 11-13 5-6 14-16 6-7
110 / 50 150 17-19 mm 10-12 5-6 13-15 6-7
120 / 55 160 17-19 mm 9-11 4-5 13-15 6-7
130 / 59 170 17-19 mm 8-10 4-5 12-14 5-6
140 / 64 180 17-19 mm 7-9 4-5 11-13 5-6
150 / 68 190 17-19 mm 7-9 3-4 10-12 5-6
160 / 73 200 17-19 mm 6-8 3-4 9-11 4-5
170 / 77 210 17-19 mm 6-8 3-4 8-10 4-5Guide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Ajustement de l’amortisseur 34
ALTITUDE – TABLEAUX DES RESSORTS
AMORTISSEUR PNEUMATIQUE FOX DPX2 230 x 60 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE
L’UTILISATEUR PRESSION DE L’AMORTISSEUR FOX COMPRESSION BASSE VITESSE
SHOCK SAG AFFAISSEMENT DE L’AMORTISSEUR
(LB / KG) DPX2 RECOMMANDÉE *SI OFFERTE
100 / 45 150 19-21 mm 12 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
110 / 50 160 19-21 mm 11-12 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
120 / 55 170 19-21 mm 11 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
130 / 59 180 19-21 mm 10-11 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
140 / 64 190 19-21 mm 10 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
150 / 68 200 19-21 mm 8-10 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
160 / 73 210 19-21 mm 8 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
170 / 77 220 19-21 mm 7-8 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
180 / 82 230 19-21 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
190 / 86 240 19-21 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
200 / 91 250 19-21 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
210 / 95 260 19-21 mm 5-6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
220 / 100 270 19-21 mm 5 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
230 / 105 280 19-21 mm 2-3 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
240 / 109 290 19-21 mm 2 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
250 / 114 300 19-21 mm 2 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
AMORTISSEUR PNEUMATIQUE FOX DPX2 210 x 55 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE
PRESSION DE L’AMORTISSEUR AFFAISSEMENT DE COMPRESSION BASSE VITESSE
L’UTILISATEUR REBOND LENT RECOMMANDÉ
FOX DPX2 L’AMORTISSEUR RECOMMANDÉE *SI OFFERTE
(LB / KG)
100 / 45 160 17-19 mm 11-12 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
110 / 50 170 17-19 mm 11 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
120 / 55 180 17-19 mm 10-11 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
130 / 59 190 17-19 mm 10 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
140 / 64 200 17-19 mm 8-10 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
150 / 68 210 17-19 mm 8 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
160 / 73 220 17-19 mm 7-8 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
170 / 77 230 17-19 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajusterGuide de plateforme Altitude Alloy Ajustement de l’amortisseur 35
ALTITUDE – TABLEAUX DES RESSORTS
AMORTISSEUR PNEUMATIQUE ROCKSHOX DELUXE 230 x 60 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE
PRESSION DE L’AMORTISSEUR AFFAISSEMENT DE COMPRESSION BASSE VITESSE
L’UTILISATEUR REBOND LENT RECOMMANDÉ
ROCKSHOX SDLX L’AMORTISSEUR RECOMMANDÉE *SI OFFERTE
(LB / KG)
100 / 45 120 19-21 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
110 / 50 130 19-21 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
120 / 55 140 19-21 mm 6-7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
130 / 59 150 19-21 mm 6-7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
140 / 64 160 19-21 mm 6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
150 / 68 170 19-21 mm 5-6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
160 / 73 180 19-21 mm 5-6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
170 / 77 190 19-21 mm 5 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
180 / 82 200 19-21 mm 4-5 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
190 / 86 210 19-21 mm 4-5 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
200 / 91 220 19-21 mm 4 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
210 / 95 230 19-21 mm 4-3 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
220 / 100 240 19-21 mm 4-3 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
230 / 105 250 19-21 mm 3 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
240 / 109 260 19-21 mm 3-2 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
250 / 114 270 19-21 mm 3-2 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
AMORTISSEUR PNEUMATIQUE ROCKSHOX DELUXE 210 x 55 mm – ALTITUDE 2021 *Clics à partir de la position fermée : 0 clic = Position fermée*
POIDS DE
PRESSION DE L’AMORTISSEUR AFFAISSEMENT DE COMPRESSION BASSE VITESSE
L’UTILISATEUR REBOND LENT RECOMMANDÉ
ROCKSHOX SDLX L’AMORTISSEUR RECOMMANDÉE *SI OFFERTE
(LB / KG)
100 / 45 130 17-19 mm 7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
110 / 50 140 17-19 mm 6-7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
120 / 55 150 17-19 mm 6-7 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
130 / 59 160 17-19 mm 6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
140 / 64 170 17-19 mm 5-6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
150 / 68 180 17-19 mm 5-6 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
160 / 73 190 17-19 mm 5 Commencer en position ouverte et ajuster
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