AXS Reverb V2 creaking when not fully extended

[TomGun77]

Installed a new AXS Reverb V2 a couple of weeks ago. After just a few rides it started creaking whenever it isn’t fully extended and I’m seated. Anyone know what’s causing this or how to fix it?

 

[RustyIron]

Yeah, that’s my only complaint about the V2. EVERY other dropper seatpost I’ve ever used has had bigger problems, so I’m not too upset. I’ve tried a few different remedies. My favorite is after every couple rides, apply a little silicone grease to the outside, cycle it a few times, then wipe it off.

 

[TomGun77]

Ok, I’ll try that. What type of grease do you use, something like SRAM Butter or Slick Honey?
Thanks

 

[JC-1]

I was about to post a similar question when I saw this thread.

Is the creaking you mention during the 'ActiveRide' movement? Mine creaks a little and it also clicks audibly.

I also notice the following:

• It's not solid even at full extension. It was initially, but then developed movement there too. Less movement than when the post is dropped, but still a noticeable amount. I've checked the air pressure which is already at the max of 600psi. I am quite heavy, however.
• The feeling of the seatpost compressing and rebounding during the ActiveRide movement, it not at all smooth. It feels like there is a lot of stiction. Nothing at all like suspension. I'd be fine with it if it moved smoothly, but it really isn't.

Does that sound similar to others' experiences?

 

[RustyIron]

Is the creaking you mention during the 'ActiveRide' movement? Mine creaks a little and it also clicks audibly.

Hey, JC.
Here's an update on my own experience. The creaking occurred early on. I could temporarily solve the problem by rubbing a little silicone grease on the stanchion and cycling it a few times. After a few months I realized that the creak was gone and wouldn't recur, even if I neglected to apply silicone grease. My assumption is that everything is tight when the dropper is new, and it eventually wears in enough so it doesn't creak.

 

[Suke]

Mine makes a clicking sound when it’s in active mode. Does anyone else have the same issue? I’ve read a few reviews, and it seems this happens even with new units.

 

[JC-1]

The sounds from mine have mostly gone away so long as I keep it clean and occasionally cycle it up and down with some slickoleum grease and wipe off.

 

[Suke]

Wow I just grease, clean, grease, clean with SRAM butter and the cracking the sound disappeared. Wtf

 

[RickBullotta]

Have you tried the Joe's or Stan's lube specifically for droppers and fork/shock stanchions?

 

[Suke]

No but SRAM butter is great too