Front suspension?

[pechorin75_imp]

Traditionally, Japanese bikes are set up for a 160 lb. rider.

As someone suggested, rather than worrying about measuring the fork oil, one could empty forks of all oil and then add the specified amount. Since that needs to be looked into, the cost of fork oil into the process is not too much. And if it's suspected the oil has been changed or adjusted by the previous owner, it would be best to dump it out and start over with the correct type and amount of fork oil. I believe the Honda SS10 is standard in this bike.

I'm thinking I'll probably go ahead and measure the existing level, just to see if it's actually "off" significantly, but still go ahead and replace all the oil.

I found the HyperPro spring to really smooth the front out. The front didn't seem bad until I installed rear shocks. Now it rides and handles wicked bedda'
I'd go 10w instead of the 15w that comes with the springs. I'm 165lbs
HyperPro on the left:
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That's something I'm thinking about doing at the same time. Why the recommendation for 10w oil instead of 15w? Would that be different for me, weighing 225?

I've been reasonably happy w/ the rear suspension...wonder if I'd end up in the same situation as you, in reverse! $1000+ for Ohlins is a little harder to swallow!