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Cartridge Rod Holding Plate for 10–12.5mm Fork Rods

Precision fork cartridge rod holder for KYB/Showa twin-chamber forks. Secure rod positioning during assembly and disassembly work.

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Description

Cartridge Rod Holding Plate for 10–12.5mm Fork Rods

Brief Overview

This cartridge rod holding plate is engineered for efficient disassembly and reassembly of KYB/Showa twin-chamber and most street cartridge fork systems. By securely restraining the cartridge rod and spring, it eliminates the need for improvised clamping solutions and significantly reduces work time during fork maintenance. The flat, forked design accommodates rods between 10 and 12.5mm in diameter, making it compatible with the vast majority of modern street suspension systems. If you work with larger cartridge rods, consider pairing this with a larger-diameter rod holding plate to cover your full service range.

Key Features

  • Rod Diameter Range: Fits 10–12.5mm cartridge rods
  • Dual-Prong Design: Long parallel prongs with central U-shaped slot for stable, centered grip
  • Spring Restraint: Designed to hold back fork spring, allowing safe loosening/tightening of bottom nuts and cartridge caps
  • Precision Notch: Rounded interior cutout for improved alignment and rod positioning
  • Chamfered Edges: Beveled corners and prong ends reduce wear on fork components and improve handling
  • Durable Finish: Matte, hard polymer or coated metal construction resists wear and corrosion
  • Flat Profile: Compact, portable design allows easy storage and transport

Business Advantages for Resellers

  • Essential Service Tool: Fork cartridge work is a steady revenue stream in suspension service departments—this plate is a non-negotiable item for professional shops
  • Work-Time Reduction: Eliminates improvised clamping solutions, reducing labor time per fork service by 10–15 minutes
  • Customer Satisfaction: Prevents accidental rod damage, cosmetic scratches, and cross-threading—protecting shop reputation
  • Inventory Synergy: Pair with multi-function fork service tools to create complete fork maintenance kits for wholesale and retail customers
  • Modest Footprint: Low-cost inventory item with high perceived value; excellent margin opportunity on fork service packages

Technical Specifications

Specification Detail
Rod Diameter Range 10–12.5mm
Compatible Forks KYB/Showa twin-chamber; most street cartridge fork systems
Design Type Dual-prong forked plate with central U-slot
Material Hard polymer or coated metal
Finish Matte, textured surface
Edge Treatment Chamfered corners and prong ends
Weight Minimal (lightweight, portable)

Call to Value

This cartridge rod holding plate is a shop staple—small enough to misplace, essential enough that you'll need multiple copies. Stock it as part of your fork service inventory, and your technicians will thank you. For shops managing a wide range of suspension systems, combining this with larger-diameter variants ensures complete coverage across all cartridge rod sizes your customers bring in.