Springs oil?

[Griff1977]

Hi y'all. Happy Christmas as well.... Anyway!

Been wanting to improve my bikes ride- as when you go hard on the brakes it sometimes feels like the front tyre is soft!! So... Was at NEC in Nov and got talking to a HyperPro guy and was happy with their product and so ordered a front springs kit and a rear spring from them (black not purple). Calsport (from whom I ordered) estimated 2 weeks for del, I still haven't received it but that's due to my choice of rear spring colour apparently, oh well.

My Q is: the front springs kit comes with oil (not sure what wt) but can anybody advise on the best/ideal oil wt or is it individual? Is there a wt to avoid? I don't want it too sporty, just responsive (and a safer feel)- front and rear will be progressive. I've got a local mobile mechanic to help me fit them.

Ta. Griff.

[agentpineapple]

i could bring you back some olive oil from spain, you could give it a try, you never know mate.....

[AMCQ46]

7.5wt oil 140mm airgap

[tony.mon]

+1.
You could try 145mm gap, but try both and see what it feels like.
And use decent branded fork oil.

[Griff1977]

Mac and Tony, thanks for that, I will try both gaps. I'll see what oil is supplied by HyperPro- not sure if they do their own or package another brand. Their delivery isn't until mid Jan now- taking the p&ss considering they were estimating 2nd week of Dec, oh well.

And as for you Marty, a nice bottle of Lerida, any variety, will do!! Ta.

Regards. Griff.

[tony.mon]

Got a feeling they supply Silkolene with their sets, but if it's not up to much try Oilman's selection at Opie Oils. We get a Forum discount, and he has a good selection.