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3. Loosen and unscrew the main pivot bolt six or seven turns. Tap on the head of the bolt with a plastic hammer to push
out the left hand pivot axle.
4. Remove the pivot axle bolt and thread it into the left hand pivot axle. Use the bolt to pull the axle out.
5. Gently tap the right-hand pivot axle out from the inside with a sockethead driver or small tap.
6. Remove the swingarm from the pivot, taking care not to lose the four quad rings.
7. Thoroughly clean all parts and inspect for wear or damage. Replace parts as necessary.
8. Liberally grease all nylon bearings and quad rings with K2 Goo or other waterproof, Teflon-fortified grease.
9. Place quad rings back into recessed grooves on inside and outside of each swingarm knuckle.
10. Reinstall swingarm and pivot axles. Torque main pivot bolt to 175 in-lbs. Make sure that pivot axles are pressing into
the main pivot hole.
11. See the previous notes on Main Pivot Adjustment.
K2 Bike Maintenance Schedule
Required Inspection/Service Every Ride Weekly Monthly Yearly
Check torque on all bolts 4
Check shock function 4
Clean bicycle frame / component / shocks 4
Adjust spring preload setting 4
Adjust swingarm pinch bolts 4
Lubricate fork (see Noleen Fork Manual) 4
Inspect Frame / Swingarm for damage* 4
Remove / regrease or reLoctite / retorque all bolts 4
Inspect / service shock 4
Inspect / Service all Nylon Bearings 4
* You should periodically inspect your K2 Bike frame and swingarm for damage from crashes and hard riding. You should clean and closely inspect
the headtube area, bottom bracket area, and all front and rear suspension parts.
Torque and Lubrication Table
These tables are provided as a reference for qualified technicians to service all K2 Bikes.
Product Part Name / Location Size / Description Torque (in-lbs) Lubrication Loctite
5500C, 4500C, Main pivot screw M8 x 1.25 x 65 SHCS 175 Yes Blue
5000, 4000, Swingarm pinch M6 x 1 x 20 SHCS varies Yes Blue
3000, 2000, 1000 Brake pivot (1000-3000) M10 60 No Red
Animal, Beast, Brake pivot (all other bikes) M8 60 No Red
Animal DH, Upper shock M6 x 1 x 45 BHCS 150 Yes Blue
Lite Tech LT450 Lower shock (most bikes) M6 x 1 x 38 SHCS 150 Yes Blue
Lower shock (3000., 2000, 1000) M6 x 1 x 20 SHCS 150 No None
Lower strut (3000, 2000, 1000) M6 x 1 x 23 BHCS 60 Yes Blue
Derailleur hanger M4 x 8 FHCS 20 Yes Blue
Bottle boss M5 x .8 x 15 SHCS 60 Yes None
Service Kits
The following Replacement / Service Kits are available from your K2 Bike / Noleen Authorized Dealer. They are intended for use by your K2 Bike /
Noleen dealer or other qualified mechanic possesing the proper training and tools.
K2 Bike 1000, 2000, 3000 (also 857-style) Bearing / Seal Kit Replaces all bearings and seals RK001
K2 Bike 5500C - 4000 (Most bikes) Bearing / Seal Kit Replaces all bearings and seals RK008
Cross-Link Seal Kit (all models) Replaces all clear pivot seals and other parts RK004
Cross-Link Bearing Kit Replaces all link bearings RK006
Chubby Seal Kit (Chubby and Chubby LT) Replaces all Chubby seals RK007
PIvot Lubrication