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Re: [ST] suspension setup
- Subject: Re: [ST] suspension setup
- From: "Eric Mann" <eric91z@xxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sat, 4 May 2002 23:53:44 -0500
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From: "Erik Miner" <Axeis@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <ST@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, May 04, 2002 10:08 PM
Subject: Re: [ST] suspension setup
> Eric start with the basics.. Check front and rear pre-load best way
> is with a measuring tape! You want to aim for about 35mm sag in back
> and about 37mm in front. There are numerous sites on the web that
> will give you exact instructions on how to do this (if you can't
> find any ping me and I'll explain in more detail) also check the
> rebound setting on the rear shock, and check steering head bearing.
> Although it does sound as if the preload is off in fact I'd say that
> the bike with just you on is nose low, that would cause the bike to
> feel too quick and darty.. Also make sure that you have the right
> tire pressures 36 front/ 42 rear..
I guess tire pressure could be to blame, too. I think last time I checked
it was about 32 front AND rear. Should it be at 42 rear all the time?
>
> Erik
>
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