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RE: Suspension - Lord Popgun - 02-19-2017 I would think so, but there are guys on here that have changed theirs and know a lot more than me about it. Also, metric to inch converters are all over the internet. Just Google it. Here is a how to by Tink, but is for the DLX. Might be fun to look at though. http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=3773 Edit: I think I already posted that link, in this thread no less. Sorry. RE: Suspension - kennyw - 02-19-2017 You can measure in inches and convert to millimeters by multiplying by 25.4. RE: Suspension - hondamatic_imp - 02-19-2017 (02-19-2017, 01:23 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: I would think so, but there are guys on here that have changed theirs and know a lot more than me about it. Also, metric to inch converters are all over the internet. Just Google it. Yes, thanks again though for the thread link. I did look over TINKS thread there. Still trying to determine what the DLX shock length is vs standard. Assuming its a little longer for the additional weight? I think I've read hundreds of little posts and threads and have learned a lot and the next step is to pick up the phone and call a suspension guy, pick his brain, and order some shocks... 70 degrees today and 60's all week here in South central PA so I will get out and do some more 'testing" of the OEM units. (02-19-2017, 06:03 AM)kennyw_imp Wrote: You can measure in inches and convert to millimeters by multiplying by 25.4. Thanks Kenny, that sounds like something smart people do, but I will try to figure it out... ![]() ![]() RE: Suspension - kennyw - 02-19-2017 Basically, if your tape measure reads 14-1/2", multiply 14.5 * 25.4 = 368.3. If that doesn't work for you, this: https://www.google.com/search?client=ms-android-att-us&ei=gEqqWJGtM8-UjwOFo4ywAg&q=inch+to+mm&oq=inch+to+mm&gs_l=mobile-gws-serp.3..19j0l5.29534.38045.0.39356.23.20.0.5.5.0.212.2889.0j17j1.18.0....0...1c.1j4.64.mobile-gws-serp..12.10.1052.0..0i67k1j0i22i30k1j0i131k1.-n03W4B9j70 RE: Suspension - TINK_imp - 02-20-2017 (02-19-2017, 11:32 AM)hondamatic_imp Wrote:(02-19-2017, 01:23 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: I would think so, but there are guys on here that have changed theirs and know a lot more than me about it. Also, metric to inch converters are all over the internet. Just Google it. Yes, thanks again though for the thread link. I did look over TINKS thread there. Still trying to determine what the DLX shock length is vs standard. Assuming its a little longer for the additional weight? I think I've read hundreds of little posts and threads and have learned a lot and the next step is to pick up the phone and call a suspension guy, pick his brain, and order some shocks... 70 degrees today and 60's all week here in South central PA so I will get out and do some more 'testing" of the OEM units. (02-19-2017, 06:03 AM)kennyw_imp Wrote: You can measure in inches and convert to millimeters by multiplying by 25.4. Thanks Kenny, that sounds like something smart people do, but I will try to figure it out... ![]() ![]() There is no difference in the length and spring rate between the 2014 Std and Dlx, The only difference is that the Std has black springs and the Dlx are chrome. RE: Suspension - Teamwalker_imp - 02-20-2017 (02-20-2017, 12:34 AM)TINK_imp Wrote:(02-19-2017, 11:32 AM)hondamatic_imp Wrote:(02-19-2017, 01:23 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: I would think so, but there are guys on here that have changed theirs and know a lot more than me about it. Also, metric to inch converters are all over the internet. Just Google it. Yes, thanks again though for the thread link. I did look over TINKS thread there. Still trying to determine what the DLX shock length is vs standard. Assuming its a little longer for the additional weight? I think I've read hundreds of little posts and threads and have learned a lot and the next step is to pick up the phone and call a suspension guy, pick his brain, and order some shocks... 70 degrees today and 60's all week here in South central PA so I will get out and do some more 'testing" of the OEM units. (02-19-2017, 06:03 AM)kennyw_imp Wrote: You can measure in inches and convert to millimeters by multiplying by 25.4. Thanks Kenny, that sounds like something smart people do, but I will try to figure it out... ![]() ![]() There is no difference in the length and spring rate between the 2014 Std and Dlx, The only difference is that the Std has black springs and the Dlx are chrome. Just looked at my DLX spring and they are grey in color, not chrome. Is this not correct?? RE: Suspension - Lord Popgun - 02-20-2017 Team, did you buy new? You might have aftermarket shocks. Can you post up a picture? RE: Suspension - hondamatic_imp - 02-20-2017 (02-19-2017, 02:50 PM)kennyw_imp Wrote: Basically, if your tape measure reads 14-1/2", multiply 14.5 * 25.4 = 368.3. Thanks Kenny, That seems easy enough! (02-20-2017, 12:34 AM)TINK_imp Wrote:(02-19-2017, 11:32 AM)hondamatic_imp Wrote:(02-19-2017, 01:23 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: I would think so, but there are guys on here that have changed theirs and know a lot more than me about it. Also, metric to inch converters are all over the internet. Just Google it. Yes, thanks again though for the thread link. I did look over TINKS thread there. Still trying to determine what the DLX shock length is vs standard. Assuming its a little longer for the additional weight? I think I've read hundreds of little posts and threads and have learned a lot and the next step is to pick up the phone and call a suspension guy, pick his brain, and order some shocks... 70 degrees today and 60's all week here in South central PA so I will get out and do some more 'testing" of the OEM units. (02-19-2017, 06:03 AM)kennyw_imp Wrote: You can measure in inches and convert to millimeters by multiplying by 25.4. Thanks Kenny, that sounds like something smart people do, but I will try to figure it out... ![]() ![]() There is no difference in the length and spring rate between the 2014 Std and Dlx, The only difference is that the Std has black springs and the Dlx are chrome. Great, good to know. Will make it easier when ordering. I gather that with Ohlins I need the HO 011 for chrome springs, non piggy back. Also I gather that for my weight (165lbs) I need a spring rate of 01 (vs 03 riders around 200lbs or so.) This just from reading through tons of posts and I will confirm with an Ohlins guy as soon as my Paypal account has $950 in it, which will be soon as I just sold some parts.... I think they are around 360+ mm in length. Don't quote me on this stuff until I confirm. Any input appreciated. Chris RE: Suspension - Teamwalker_imp - 02-21-2017 (02-20-2017, 09:05 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: Team, did you buy new? You might have aftermarket shocks. Can you post up a picture? Bought new, everything on bike as delivered. Color of spring is really metallic silver, not grey. Will try and post pic. RE: Suspension - TINK_imp - 02-21-2017 (02-21-2017, 01:01 AM)Teamwalker_imp Wrote:(02-20-2017, 09:05 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: Team, did you buy new? You might have aftermarket shocks. Can you post up a picture? Bought new, everything on bike as delivered. Color of spring is really metallic silver, not grey. Will try and post pic. Ok, so the spring itself is silver paint. I stand corrected. |