GHOSTMAN
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posted April 21, 2007 05:22 PM
A whole new world.
Took my 14 to get serviced at the local dealer today. Servicing the bike, I asked if they charged extra to adjust the suspension from the factory settings to fit someone my size.
Well, they did. . and. . . . . . . . DAMN!!!
The bike is so responsive in the curves. Control under acceleration is unbelievable.
I had no words to say but. . . . . . .DAMN!!!!
I was doubting my choice of motorcycle since I bought it. But now It's a whole new experience for the GHOSTMAN.
DAMN!!!!!
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3Boysand3Bikes
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posted April 21, 2007 07:36 PM
Are you big.... small... tall.... short??? Let us know.. What type of changes did they do?
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GHOSTMAN
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posted April 21, 2007 07:54 PM
6'2, 390lbs.
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iflyems
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posted April 22, 2007 09:22 AM
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countersteer
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Didn't read the owners manual
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posted April 22, 2007 10:49 AM
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6'2, 390lbs.
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Long Island, New York
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zerMATT
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posted April 22, 2007 12:09 PM
Did they give you a list of what changes they made? If not, can you investigate or ask them and give us some tips? I've already made a few changes to mine, but I'd love to see what someone else has done in comparison. I'm big too (but not 390!)  .
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zxbob
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posted April 22, 2007 02:21 PM
 Edited By: zxbob on 22 Apr 2007 15:23
Can I suggest 2 other options for you ?
Bob
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GHOSTMAN
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posted April 22, 2007 05:32 PM
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6'2, 390lbs.
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Ha Ha!! Soon
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GHOSTMAN
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posted April 22, 2007 05:34 PM
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6'2, 390lbs.
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Ha Ha!! Soon
Excuse me ROFLMAO!!!! Trying to get use to this "Letter=Word" Stuff.
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zx14r191
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posted April 22, 2007 09:43 PM
Pretty standard stuff really. You don't need Ohlins on the front or rear to make a difference - I have Ohlins front and rear on my R1 and White Power on my race bike. Given your weight the front and rear springs will be simply too soft - no question. You can play with adjustments but that will only help some. First thing is to get the spring rate right for your weight and then consider revalving the front forks and rear shock. Call the guys and www.gpsuspension.com and talk to Dave or Ben and they will set you straight.
S.
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GHOSTMAN
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posted April 22, 2007 10:55 PM
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Pretty standard stuff really. You don't need Ohlins on the front or rear to make a difference - I have Ohlins front and rear on my R1 and White Power on my race bike. Given your weight the front and rear springs will be simply too soft - no question. You can play with adjustments but that will only help some. First thing is to get the spring rate right for your weight and then consider revalving the front forks and rear shock. Call the guys and www.gpsuspension.com and talk to Dave or Ben and they will set you straight.
S.
Thanks for the info. Checkin' it out now.
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zx14r191
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posted April 23, 2007 08:23 PM
Let me know how you get on.
Good luck.
S.
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