zx1kr
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posted July 02, 2006 05:40 PM
Suspension Reset
Well, just got in a couple hours ago. Due to the Smeg install I dropped approx. 35 to 40lb.
of sprung weight. Had to do a readjust on the Susp. settings.Still haven't gotten around to setting sag(which is something I usually do 1st) But, I have got the suspension to a point that I feel won't get much better w/o changing components. I will post these settings as soon as I get off my ass & into the garage to make notes of them. For the record, I'm 6'2" & 245 to 250 geared up w/ the weight loss of the Street Meg this set-up will also work for someone who weighs in @ 210Lb. w/ the stock exhaust.
By the way, I love this thing! Did about 150 miles of nice roads handling pretty sweet! I'm just about ready for those Pilot Powers. Probably have to screw w/ the settings again after the tire change.
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fastestbusaaround
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posted July 03, 2006 03:30 AM
Do you bottom the front end once in a while on nasty bumps? I'm about 210+, same height as you and on bad roads/ bumps, my front end bottoms occaisionally...I've even had the back tire rub the undertail...
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Stalwart
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posted July 03, 2006 04:02 AM
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Do you bottom the front end once in a while on nasty bumps? I'm about 210+, same height as you and on bad roads/ bumps, my front end bottoms occaisionally...I've even had the back tire rub the undertail...
Hey FBA, keep it off the motocross tracks and I think you'll be much happier with the suspension! :P
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dubious
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posted July 03, 2006 04:09 AM
 Edited By: dubious on 3 Jul 2006 05:11
Mine doesn't rub ... even when I launch it off the curb at the lights! 
LOL...
No I don't do that any more ... but there were days.... when traffic was bad...LOL 
(Calgary 16 ave N comes to mind)
ohh to be young , crazy, stoned,....... and chasing girls...
sometimes.....growing ........mature, responsible, up / old really sucks... LOL
My rear suspension seems ok.. little soft, the front REALLY needs springs though.
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fastestbusaaround
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posted July 03, 2006 04:12 AM
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Do you bottom the front end once in a while on nasty bumps? I'm about 210+, same height as you and on bad roads/ bumps, my front end bottoms occaisionally...I've even had the back tire rub the undertail...
Hey FBA, keep it off the motocross tracks and I think you'll be much happier with the suspension! :P
funny...:d
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zx1kr
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posted July 03, 2006 02:48 PM
Edited By: zx1kr on 3 Jul 2006 16:57
No, it hasn't bottomed since I cranked the preload up(sharp edged lips entering driveways too fast excluded). Though, the springs are not optimum for my weight. I will be doing a susp. overhaul as soon as the season ends.
Sorry , i haven't posted the rest of the settings yet.
CRAZY BUSY! Had a couple of bikeland members come into the shop today, we are technically closed on mon. But, we opened up for them. Good guys, I'll get into that later. Will be right back w/ the Reb. & comp settings for frt. & rear.
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zx1kr
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posted July 03, 2006 03:56 PM
OK, up front I have 4 click out from max rebound, Compression damping on the front is 7 clicks out from max.
The rear is 2.5 turns out from max on the comp. & 1.25 turns out from max on the rebound.
I'am posting these settings cuz yesterday when I was hitting some nice "esses" on a not so perfect road I remembered making a mental note of how nice it was tracking. From that point on I continued to be impressed w/ the ride. It's the best feel so far!
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