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npat
26 posts recovered 3 threads started First seen 27 May 2012 Last seen 1 Jul 2012
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All 26- Stock shim-stack configurations on the VFR forks [image: View Post]Duc2V4, on 01 July 2012 - 11:39 AM, said: Not sure how soon you're looking for this info, but I have yet to update my forks with the new internals I got from Jamie D. Been too busy to start this…
- Stock shim-stack configurations on the VFR forks Does anyone know what the stock shim stack configurations (compression and rebound) are on a VFR800 VTEC (6th gen, 2002-2009) fork? When I rebuilt mine, I neglected to record the original configurations, and I think it…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. Today I (tried to) install the Ohlins HO605 shock I just bought. Some comments: 1. The installation was a huge PITA! We had to practically strip most of the rear part of the bike. Especially painful has trying to route…
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? [image: View Post]Baileyrock, on 21 June 2012 - 11:32 AM, said: I had Phil at Aftershocks build my forks 5-6 years ago. He did different shim stack and maybe modded the valves and installed .95 springs. This alone…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. Ok... I'm "pulling the trigger", so to speak. I've already ordered the 0.95kg/mm springs (from racetech) together with their "gold" compression and rebound valves. Tomorrow I'll place the order for a HO-605 shock from…
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? [image: View Post]Baileyrock, on 30 May 2012 - 08:01 PM, said: [image: View Post]npat, on 30 May 2012 - 07:57 PM, said: Oh, ok. That's approx a 1000lbs/inch, then. Not even close, a 300 lb rider would need something…
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? [image: View Post]whiteboyslo, on 30 May 2012 - 07:16 PM, said: ..... crap. Uhm, not sure. Will check the box when I get home. It's whatever RT recommends for a 300 lb rider on the VFR. That's what I meant. Mike Oh, ok.…
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? [image: View Post]MBrane, on 30 May 2012 - 05:49 PM, said: Got a 929 with a 1100lb spring out back. Need more spring, and better damping so a Penske 3-way will replace that when I do the front. Gotta do both ends or…
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? [image: View Post]whiteboyslo, on 30 May 2012 - 11:09 AM, said: that's a linear 300 lb unit You mean 1300 lbs, don't you?
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? [image: View Post]whiteboyslo, on 30 May 2012 - 08:57 AM, said: Worth every penny. ... What spring-rates, both front and rear? Also when you revalved the front, did you put the shim stack configurations suggested by RT,…
- Fork upgrade with Race Tech's gold valves. Impressions??? I see than many in here have upgraded their front forks with Race Tech's gold valves (either, compression, rebound, or both). I also read this excellent thread on how to do the mod yourself. What I don't see (much of),…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. Does anyone know what is the stock fork-springs rate for the VTEC? I thought it was 0.75kg/mm, or is it 0.85? The rear is 15.3, right?
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]zRoYz, on 28 May 2012 - 06:44 AM, said: That is a very valid point & one could answer with maybe some every day life logic. ... So really it is a matter of asking questions & asking the tech you might…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]zRoYz, on 28 May 2012 - 04:39 AM, said: Unfortunately I have allot of knowledge about suspension from feel & how to setup, but as far as knowing the exact modification to the shim stacks to achieve…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]zRoYz, on 28 May 2012 - 02:31 AM, said: There are so many variables it is very hard to advise what spring rate you should use because everybody is different for the feel they want, just upgrading the…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]spud786, on 27 May 2012 - 08:29 PM, said: If changing the spring rates, then you'd want the valving that goes with it, and would have to rely on who is setting it up and their recommend for spring…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]scmiata1990, on 27 May 2012 - 08:08 PM, said: I hope this helps. A lot. It supports the conclusions in the "transformed wow!" thread (but seems to contradict spud786's statement about 1.0kg/mm springs…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]spud786, on 27 May 2012 - 07:44 PM, said: Well, lets take the time I had those CR forks just perfect, except for uphill Big whoops section, I spent about $300 for race tech to do gold valves and a…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]spud786, on 27 May 2012 - 07:18 PM, said: But going to stiffer spring, if you also go to a heavier oil to slow rebound, then you also get heavier compression, which can create a different can of worms.…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]spud786, on 27 May 2012 - 06:32 PM, said: Hope that clarifies Yes it does. Is my assumption correct, that using a stiffer spring, I will also need heavier oil in order to compensate for the increased…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. [image: View Post]spud786, on 27 May 2012 - 06:04 PM, said: drop the oil height 5 mm to 105 oil height. Huh? You mean RAISE the oil level (and reduce the height of the 100mm air-chamber), or the opposite? I'm confused!…
- Transformed Wow ! turtlecreek comp/rebound will impact things more than anything with your bumps. the rate is necessary for your weight and to get proper sag geometry for handling. do what you will, but my suggestion is at least the 20kg…
- Transformed Wow ! Baileyrock I would do a 20/21kg rear on the front how about .975kg (one .95 & one 1.0) . Ohlins should install whatever spring you want at no extra charge. BR Thank you for your answer. I'm a little hesitant to use so…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. Thanks for you answers. [image: View Post]Veefer800Canuck, on 27 May 2012 - 03:43 PM, said: You're probably right about not going too stiff on the spring rate, seeing as how the roads are frequently rough. You think…
- VTEC suspension upgrade / overhaul. Hello everyone. I live in Athens / Greece. Having clocked approximately 150,000 km all over Europe on my trusty old CBF600S, I replaced it (last summer) with a dark-red VFR 800 VTEC ABS (RC46C / 2006). I bought it…
- Transformed Wow ! I own an RC46C/A6 (VTEC 06 ABS). I'm about to upgrade my suspension (both front and rear). I will replace the fork springs with ones from RaceTech and also install the Gold Valve kits (for compression and rebound). At…
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