11-08-2014, 05:10 AM
Little thread revival here...
So has anyone weighing over 200 pounds made any specific changes to either the springs, fluid level/weight, or rear shocks that has made the bike handle better for them?
I know the bike isn't right.. I've dropped it once in a parking lot, and that knocked the bars out of whack, so I have a feeling whenever I take the forks off to install my gaiters, I can drain the fluid and realign things and hopefully get the bike feeling a bit more right.
Would really like to change out the springs if I can while doing this, just because it would be easier.. I've sent off a couple of emails to try and get recommendations for my weight that won't break the bank, but any input from the forum would be much appreciated.
So has anyone weighing over 200 pounds made any specific changes to either the springs, fluid level/weight, or rear shocks that has made the bike handle better for them?
I know the bike isn't right.. I've dropped it once in a parking lot, and that knocked the bars out of whack, so I have a feeling whenever I take the forks off to install my gaiters, I can drain the fluid and realign things and hopefully get the bike feeling a bit more right.
Would really like to change out the springs if I can while doing this, just because it would be easier.. I've sent off a couple of emails to try and get recommendations for my weight that won't break the bank, but any input from the forum would be much appreciated.