blackbullet76
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posted September 03, 2010 07:23 PM
rear sag
Ever since I've been thinking about adjusting the suspension to my weight, I've noticed how my 14 drops down in the rear when I get on. I'm pretty sure all I need to do is add more spring pressure. Do I need the special tool to adjust this or can I do it with common hand tools?
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posted September 03, 2010 10:45 PM
 Edited By: dubious on 4 Sep 2010 06:47
you can tighten the sag with preload. Some use a spanner, others a punch and hammer.
If you weigh more than 140 lbs, you should consider at least a stiffer spring if you want to see a real change. Revalve would be even better.
just for interest, check out the suggested spring rates on racetech suspension spring guide for our bike.
http://old.racetech.com/evalving/menu/searchstreet.asp
The soft stock spring will still blow though the travel, and wallow, as its under rated, and with preload you only change the initial stiffness, not the final or mid stroke weight it can handle.
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blackbullet76
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posted September 04, 2010 04:16 AM
Ok, thanks for the link. I'll try to get a spring and install it this winter. For now, I'll adjust it.
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blackbullet76
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posted September 04, 2010 07:51 PM
Tightened up the rear spring some today. Will try it out tomorrow.
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PCIII w/track map
BMC race filter
Flies removed
16 tooth front sprocket
Speedohealer
APE cam chain tensioner
Vortex rearsets
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posted September 04, 2010 09:50 PM
I totally agree with a suspension redo if you ride hard in the twisties.
This will help you understand a bit.....,
http://www.sportrider.com/motorcycle_suspension/index.html
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ThunderCK
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posted September 05, 2010 05:36 AM
How much do you weigh?
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blackbullet76
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posted September 05, 2010 09:16 PM
in riding gear, about 230 lbs
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Brocks s-meg exhaust
PCIII w/track map
BMC race filter
Flies removed
16 tooth front sprocket
Speedohealer
APE cam chain tensioner
Vortex rearsets
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