front suspension setup

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littlebigman
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front suspension setup

Post by littlebigman »

Ho guys/gals,
nc35 front fork setup. Got a nitron rear which is sound. Feel like the front is not great after a trackday last year.
Getting vibration under heavy braking, feels to me like its too soft.
Any thoughts?
manicguitarist
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Re: front suspension setup

Post by manicguitarist »

You're in Southport. Visit TW Suspension in Preston for their £40 ride in/ride out setup. You won't regret it.
Dynamohum
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Re: front suspension setup

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Could be loose head bearings/knackered wheel bearings warped disc fork bushes worn possibly.
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Re: front suspension setup

Post by SPOONDIDDLY »

It could also be a lack of oil, poor damping etc.

I highly suggest taking to a professional for a rebuild and correct setup - you certainly won't regret it
jedidude04
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Re: front suspension setup

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Make sure your sag and rebound is set correctly or you're gonna run into some problems, i think checking static sag determines if your springrate is too soft or too hard. Vibration could be warped rotors or as the other examples here :D
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Re: front suspension setup

Post by manicguitarist »

Like I said before - you live close to one of the best suspension guys in the country. £40 for his ride in/ride out service is the best bike related £40 you'll spend. If your forks are shot, he'll also rebuild them to your specs.

http://www.twsuspensiontech.co.uk/
littlebigman
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Re: front suspension setup

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Thanks peeps...

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