Cytech Level 3 Mountain Bike Suspension Technology Cycle Course
Workshop contents
- Suspension theory including how to calculate spring rate, what oil weight to use and how dampers work.
- A full break down of modern suspension technologies from companies such as Rockshox, Fox and Manitou.
- Stripping and servicing a range of suspension products including, coiled forks, air sprung forks, open bath damping systems, cartridge damping systems, coil rear shocks and air sprung rear shocks.
- Frame technology including modern linkage designs and the theory behind them including, 4 bar linkage, faux bar linkage, single pivot, floating shock and virtual pivot linkages.
- Servicing a linkage system including fault finding and bearing replacement.
- Suspension overview, set up and tuning methods.
Who should attend?
- Those that want a comprehensive knowledge of how to service and set up a wide range of suspension systems as well as understand suspension principles and technologies.
- Mechanics that are looking to progress into race team mechanics.
- Retailers that stock suspension systems or bikes with suspension systems who want to offer a comprehensive service to their customers.
Benefits to you and your organisation
- With 3 modules completed you will receive an industry leading Level 3 Cytech accreditation.
- Your new level 3 knowledge will allow you to offer new products and services to customers.
- A better perceived reputation will be achieved through proper qualification.
- A better understanding of manufacturers service and warranty recommendations.




