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Manitou Dorado 2004-05 (32 mm)

The 2004 Dorado increased stanchion diameter to 32 mm and with the MRD X-Works version increased travel to 200 mm.  The SPV damper was also introduced.  These models continued through 2005 until replaced by the Manitou Travis series.
Manitou Dorado 2009-19


Fork Details & Identification:


Brand


Manitou


Stanchions


32 mm aluminium
Gold anodised


Model


Dorado DH 180
Dorado MRD X-works 200

Dual Crown Inverted (USD) downhill fork


Crown & Uppers


Carbon Fibre Upper tubes, black aluminium crowns

40mm uppper clamp
49.5mm lower clamp


Release
Year/s


2004 and 2005


Decals


Various


Damper


Manitou TPC+ with adjustable LSC & LSR
Volume compensator by foam insert or spring backed IFP
or
Manitou SPV with adjustable LSR, pneumatic control valve on bladder to adjust compression and compensate for volume


Wheel Size


26 x 3.0" 690 mm max


Spring


Two stage coil spring on both sides


Configurations
& Travel



DH 26" 180 mm
MRD 26" 200 mm

Fitment
Options


Downhill bikes
Straight steerer
26" wheels
20 x 110 mm axle


Stem


Separate stem on standard version
Direct Mount Stem on MRD version.


Updates
Since
2002


IFP modification to replace foam compensator in damper in TPC version


Upgrade
Compatibility


MRD upper crown with direct mount



Fluids:


Stock


Motorex 2.5 wt fork oil in damper - bleed to full via rebound needle
Motorex Prep M grease for fork bushings and seals
Motorex Prep M grease for coil springs


Shockcraft Recommended


Motorex 2.5 wt fork oil damper - TPC bleed to full via rebound needle.  SPV Bleed to full on cap before pressuring bladder via valve.
Slickoleum - bushings, seals and coil springs

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  1. We have 1x "2nd hand used" axel remaining, please contact us for further information.

    20 mm Hex-lock through axle for Sherman/Nixon/Gold-Label/Stance 2003+, Minute 2006 & Dorado 2003-2008
    Hex measures 22.8 mm A/F non-disc side and 18.4 mm A/F disc side
    Black Colour
    Manitou Part Code: 85-5070

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    • Out of stock

  2. Fits 32 mm stanchioned Manitou forks
    Flangless type for 32 x 42 mm pocket
    Require a seal driver to install

    Kit includes 2 low friction SKFseals, 2 foam rings and Slickoleum grease
    Special compound for low friction & extreme low temperature performance

    Would suit; R7, Machete, Circus, JUNIT, Marvel, Match, Minute
    Also fit older 32 mm forks - Nixon & Shermans

    Manitou Part Code: 141-38117-K016

    This kit supersedes 85-5293
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  3. Dorado DH 2004-05 Compression Rod (Manitou)

    Regular Price: US$107.45

    Special Price US$53.72

    Compression rod for Dorado DH 2004-05

    Manitou Part Code: 83-2165 Learn More
  4. Blue decal kit for Dorado DH 2004-05

    Manitou Part Code: 83-2161 Learn More
  5. Medium ride kit for Dorado DH 2004-05
    2x coil springs, 244 mm length, 32 mm OD
    Rate: Medium, 20 lb/in each

    Manitou Part Code: 83-2163 Learn More
    • Out of stock

  6. Dorado MRD 2004-05 Compression Rod (Manitou)

    Regular Price: US$149.03

    Special Price US$74.52

    Compression rod for Dorado MRD 2004-05

    Manitou Part Code: 85-5943 Learn More
  7. Red decal kit for Dorado MRD 2004-05

    Manitou Part Code: 85-5936 Learn More
  8. Firm ride kit for Dorado MRD 2004-05
    2x coil springs, 290 mm length, 32 mm OD
    Rate: Firm, 23.5 lb/in each

    Manitou Part Code: 85-5939 Learn More
    • Out of stock

  9. Dorado MRD 2004-05 SPV-E Damper (Manitou)

    Regular Price: US$240.36

    Special Price US$120.18

    Dorado MRD 2004-05 SPV damper shaft assembly
    410 mm overall length, 275 mm steel tube, 27.5 mm piston
    Aluminium End-Cap with 1.125" 18 TPI thread
    Evolve type with bleed hole through rebound check valve & blue piston glide ring.
    Manitou Part Code: 85-5931

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  10. Motorex 2.5 wt fork oil - 15 cSt @ 40°C

    Available in 250 ml or 1 L bottles
    Also available at a lower price in 1, 4 & 5 litre refilled bottles

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  11. Motorex 4 wt fork oil
    16 cSt @ 40°C

    Fox Racing Shox use Motorex 4wt oil in its MY21 DHX2 and FLOAT X2 shocks

    Available in 250 ml or 1 L bottles
    Also available at a lower price in 1, 4 & 5 litre refilled bottles

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  12. Try our simple fork oil selection charts to find out which oil you need for your brand of fork, terrain, climate and riding. Learn More
  13. Fork Service Labour Pricing

    From: US$17.70

    To: US$504.31

    The nature and cost of service depends on the specific suspension model, it's unique issues and prior maintenance schedule.  Model specific pricing is available from our Pricing page by selecting your fork model.  If your model is not included please see pricing below.

    If you're not sure what type of service is required please contact us or we can make a recommendation after inspection of the fork.  Repair work is additional to a normal service.  We will always call and discuss before proceeding with any repair work.

    These rates are for labour only and exclude repair.
    Parts, oil & freight are additional and vary depending on the brand & model and the problems found.

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  14. 15 ounce tub of Slickoleum assembly grease Learn More
  15. 4 ounce tube of Slickoleum assembly grease Learn More
  16. 5 g squeeze tube of Slickoleum assembly grease Learn More
  17. 5 g tube with lid of Slickoleum assembly grease Learn More

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