How to package suspension for shipping

Forks

• Remove the forks from the bike and give them a thorough wash.
• Remove fork air bleeder valves if fitted and replace with standard bleed screws with O-rings. This will stop damage and oil leakage while in transit.
• Wrap forks in a protective layer, such as bubble wrap or newspaper.
• An appropriate sized box can be hard to find so you might have to make your own out of empty beer cartons. Wrap forks in cardboard.
• Tape the cardboard using sturdy, strong tape.
• Call Suspension Matters to discuss courier or posting options

Shock

• Remove from the bike and give the shock a thorough wash.
• To save a little on freight, the spring can be removed, if you know how to safely do so.
• Wrap shock in a protective layer, such as bubble wrap or newspaper.
• Place wrapped shock inside an appropriate sized box or wrap in cardboard.
• Tape the box closed using a sturdy, strong tape.
• Call Suspension Matters to discuss courier or posting options

If you are sending forks and shock, tape the shock box to the forks box, this will save on postage/freight costs.