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suspension - gtmn_imp - 01-04-2017
just want to let you guys know
I just ordered the dampener kit from traxxion dynamics
http://www.traxxion.com/Drop-In-Damper-Rod-and-Fork-Spring-Kit/
on sale at 299.00
I have yet to read any cb owners use this setup yet
I have used this kit on my fz-07 and it was awesome makes a huge diff in the bikes handling and stopping
also I just installed these progressshocks-for-triumph-thruxton-2004-2015
http://www.progressivesuspension.com/product/6152/490-sport-series
now these are made for the thruxton but went right on
I could not find much in perf shocks for the cb so I went for it and they worked great
these are preload and rebound adjustable
I have only about a half mile ride just to make sure all was good and seem great
they fit real close to the muffler but don't hit. had to swivel it out to install but very easy install
I just want to say to all that suspension mods are not for everyone. nor is spending the money on something you think already works
there are a lot of opinions out there and everyone is right , just ask them
all I have to say is ride a bike that is fixed and then ride one that isn't and you will spend the money
and if you spend it, do it right. if you don't you will just be disappointed in the results. I have said it before on here springs only hold the bike up, you need to do something with the valving to make a real diff
this is my third bike that I am fixing the suspension on. and I wouldn't have it any other way
if I could figure out pics I would put them on here but I cant make them small enough. I'm real dum
RE: suspension - TINK_imp - 01-04-2017
I installed the Race Tech springs > http://www.photosbytink.com/cb1100forksprings/
BIG improvement!
Been thinking of doing Race Tech Gold Valves next...
If I had known about Traxxion at the time, I would have bought and installed their kit.
BTW, I installed IKON 7610 shocks on the rear.
RE: suspension - gtmn_imp - 01-04-2017
I have seen your right ups and I must say great work
if you install the valves you will be very impressed
call Dan at traxxion and I am sure he will sell you the valves and new damper rods without the springs
Dan is a great guy to work with, he will likely need to know what weight springs and your weight and riding style to set up the valves
with new valves to slow the fork down you will notice much less nosedive and a lot less pogo in the corners
RE: suspension - Sam Mac_imp - 01-05-2017
I had the traxxion dynamics kit in a Harley Night Rod. Made a world of difference for one of the worlds worst handling bikes. Also had Penske double adjustable shocks on the back. Thing almost killed me one day when I hit a small bump at the apex of a corner and I darn near ran off the road.
RE: suspension - SimiPair_imp - 01-05-2017
I installed Racetech Gold Valves, Hyperpro springs, and Ikon shocks. Rides and handles great.
RE: suspension - gtmn_imp - 01-05-2017
if you look at the Honda web site the new 17 is going to have what they call sdbv or showa duel bending valve technology
or what seems to be a gold valve
ITS ABOUT TIME HONDA,
hope they fixed the rear also
and put springs in for a heavier person then 150lbs
RE: suspension - gtmn_imp - 01-12-2017
so just finished the Traxxion Dynamics damper kit so I'm done with suspension
thanks Dan at Traxxion
he sent out 1.1 springs with the kit. as I expected as I am 250lb
now all I can do is stare at it till spring, that really sucks