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callam_nffc
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Suspension adjustment

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Just reading through the paperwork from revolution regarding my suspension upgrade and how to set preload/rebound etc

I figure how its all done etc but ive come across some specifications

0.85kg/mm spring rate
SAE 7.5 Weight oil grade
135mm air gap

is this a specific set up to a certain person or....?

when i have time im gonna get a mate to help me measure/set it all up
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The spring should be weighted to the rider .
So should be the sag .
Air gap and dampening is personal choice and some like more and others like less sag .
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is it a kit you have bought, or have they built them up for you ?
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the upgrade was done last march but for the previous owner, he was a couple of stone lighter than me id say

Im not sure whether to leave it or not tbh as the bike feels pretty sweet how it handles already
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try to get a ride on another storm and see what you think to the way that handles as a comparison just to make up your mind
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Been out for a good ride today and the bike felt perfectly fine so think ill probably just leave it alone
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Well 0.854 kg/mm is good for a rider weighing 12st with all their kit on.
http://www.vtr1000.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=26473

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Well I'm more like 15 with my kit on easily, the bike doesn't dive heavily or anything though :s
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Sayin that if that guide is correct, the difference between a spring for a 12 stone rider and 15 stone rider is about 0.06kgmm, which is very marginal, no wonder it feels absolutely fine
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great now just ride the butt off it :thumbup:
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Certainly did that today mate, had a real good thrash on her, handles a treat
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