New Front Springs???
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New Front Springs???
ok so I had my suspension adjusted for my weight... I am 6'2 220LBS... My rear shock had plenty of room to play but the front was of course too soft... My friend who did the adjustment suggested a set of race tech 1.0 springs... Just wanted to get some feedback from you guys...
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Going for springs alone will be a let down at your weight... Get springs and valving at the same time, or it will feel like a pogo stick... The stock valving is as much to blame as the spring, and it's just getting worse with a heavier spring putting it even more out of adjustment range...
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Yeah that sounds right. Look on the race tech website and they have a chart that shows you what you need.
Here is the chart Race Tech Fork Spring Rates
Here is the chart Race Tech Fork Spring Rates
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A good quality one in the correct spec for the valving... Playing with oil thickness isn't a good idea unless you know the exact flow characteristics of the valves as it can result in oil-lock... So with stock valves, refer to the manual... With racetech valving, go by their spec...
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Well, not quite drop in. There is some distmantling involved. Again, check out the website to see the instalation instructions. Its way more involved. I think suspension guys charge a couple hundred at least for the install.
Look up Jamie Daugherty on this site, he is a suspension guy. Always did right by me.
Look up Jamie Daugherty on this site, he is a suspension guy. Always did right by me.
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Well, not quite drop in. There is some distmantling involved. Again, check out the website to see the instalation instructions. Its way more involved. I think suspension guys charge a couple hundred at least for the install.
Look up Jamie Daugherty on this site, he is a suspension guy. Always did right by me.
Look up Jamie Daugherty on this site, he is a suspension guy. Always did right by me.
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Here is a step by step install by Jamie Daughtry: Daugherty Motorsports - V4 Honda Carb Removal and Installation Procedure
Here is the RaceTech Spring rate calculator, they say the SH comes with .585 kg/mm, RT - Digital Product Search Just feed in the information it asks for.
If you want the same quality and more cost friendly, contact Daugherty: Daugherty Motorsports - Motorcycle Suspension Performance and Modification Excelent customer service
Here is the RaceTech Spring rate calculator, they say the SH comes with .585 kg/mm, RT - Digital Product Search Just feed in the information it asks for.
If you want the same quality and more cost friendly, contact Daugherty: Daugherty Motorsports - Motorcycle Suspension Performance and Modification Excelent customer service
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It's not even hard to do, all it takes is some basic logical thinking and the ability to read and understand information...
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Northman, Please don't go down the squid / whinning path. The group has explained to you the best route to fix your problem, and improve the handling /braking of your bike. Not to mention the very best modification of the superhawk.
Spend the money, enjoy the improvements....
2001 Superhawk was taken to GMDcomputrack- Front forks- Kent's special blend, Rear-Ohlins-Kent worked.. plus alignment $1600.00 later- PRICELESS
Spend the money, enjoy the improvements....
2001 Superhawk was taken to GMDcomputrack- Front forks- Kent's special blend, Rear-Ohlins-Kent worked.. plus alignment $1600.00 later- PRICELESS
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For your weight the correct spring rate is 0.95kg/mm - FYI.
I hope this helps!
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