03-21-2021, 07:58 AM
If you were measuring the front fork SAG linearly on the fork the true value of the front end dropping is actually less because of the rake angle of the front forks. The 5mm change in the rear is more vertical. So in effect you have raise the rear of your bike more than the front compared to where you started, and shortened your trail, thus making it a little quicker to steer. If you cannot meet your target 30% SAG I think it is more important to get your geometry right rather than aim for that 30%, so 35% or 40% even might be a good trade off for a better handling bike with a slightly reduced overall suspension travel. Jack up the rear preload one more notch and see if it improves the ride for you again, it has such an impact.