10-24-2015, 04:19 AM
(10-23-2015, 11:17 PM)the_undecider_imp Wrote: I am finding that the stock springs are plenty stiff. I have even backed off the preload from the factory setting since I find it turns in quicker and tracks better through corners. I'm no lightweight at 230 lbs. For me, I am seeing a slight lack of rebound and compression damping. I really feel it now with some miles under my belt on the Ikon rear shocks. The factory settings are well matched, but tuned with a bias toward comfort.
I have been meaning to research what the standard fork oil viscosity is and playing around with that. I just haven't remembered to see if that info is in the service manual. Most likely, it'll be 5 wt oil, so bumping it up to 7.5 might settle the front end and reduce brake dive without adversely affecting small bump compliance.
(10-23-2015, 04:10 PM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: lash, could you please explain how your 2104 CB1100 is "a bit of a cross between the US standard and deluxe"? I thought it was a standard in a different colour?
I'm guessing the addition of ABS to the Standard, which is not available in the US with ABS makes it sort of an in-betweener.
I think it should be called the CB1100Eh in the Canadian market.
the_undecider,
I would rethink your spring choice before going to a heavier weight fork oil. At 230lb, you and I are in the same weight class...
The Honda OEM springs are progressive type and only rated at 0.75 kg/mm (according to the Race Tech web site).
Which may be good enough for a 150lb rider that's not going to be pushing the bikes suspension beyond the posted speed limits
My theory on suspension is this: Get the correct spring rating for your weight class (you and the bike) and use a lighter weight fork oil to allow the forks to work more quickly.
Fork weight will do nothing for fork dive. I prefer the Race Tech springs because they linear type. Progressive type springs are more prone to fork dive by nature and are harder to adjust for this with dampening adjustments (fork oil weight).
While I'm not a suspension expert, I have learned a lot along the way and have made both good and bad decisions about suspension set ups.
Bottom line, your suspension choices are up to you and your style of riding.
TINK