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Post by MaYo (((d[0_o]b))) on May 16, 2009 21:20:26 GMT -5
An easy fix for your weight is to replace your forks with 1000RR forks which will bolt right in. They have heavier springs which will easily compensate for your weight. You can get Shaun (Trackoholics/RaceTech) to do your suspension set-up in Vista.
Trackoholics West 2050 E. Vista Way Vista, CA 92084
By the way, the track is the best place to learn. Take it to the track as soon as you can.
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Post by 07cbr600rrod on May 17, 2009 17:31:53 GMT -5
Really? So I'm too heavy for my bike? Where can I get 1000rr forks? Track is definitely a plan. Hoping sometime this year or next. Seems like you guys go on a regular basis. Do you guys go as a group w/ your own trailers? That would be one of my issues. Getting my bike to the track.
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Post by MaYo (((d[0_o]b))) on May 17, 2009 18:45:52 GMT -5
You arent too heavy for your bike. Most bikes, Im told by suspension guys, are sold with forks that support riders around the vicinity of 150 lbs. You may need to get stiffer springs for your current forks but replacing them with 1000RR forks that already have stiffer springs are the cheaper and easier way to go. Check for parts on Craigslist, I get a lot of parts from there. You may need to purchase a stiffer rear spring from Elka, Ohlins or RaceTech to name a few. After that, get your sag and suspension set-up. Better suspension makes for easier riding. The less you have to work to control your bike, the more youll have fun and the smoother youre going to become and the easier it will be to go faster. As far as trackdays go, check in on this site and look for our next trackdays. If you and your bike need a ride to the track, just ask any one of us here! Some of us have trailers or trucks that can carry an extra bike or two.
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Post by Jon "bustanut" on May 17, 2009 19:37:02 GMT -5
Really? So I'm too heavy for my bike? Where can I get 1000rr forks? Track is definitely a plan. Hoping sometime this year or next. Seems like you guys go on a regular basis. Do you guys go as a group w/ your own trailers? That would be one of my issues. Getting my bike to the track. hey next week (monday) or next month june up in vegas if your interested
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Post by 07cbr600rrod on May 18, 2009 1:39:30 GMT -5
You guys are awesome. I don't know if I'll be ready for the track by next week or next month for that matter. I'm intrigued by this whole suspension thing. If I do the 1000rr forks what year do I get for a 07 600rr? Trouble is I wouldn't know a good set from a bad if it were used. Looks like I have some reading up to do. Thanks for the advice.
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Post by MaYo (((d[0_o]b))) on May 18, 2009 2:22:57 GMT -5
I believe that 600RR's use 41mm forks and the 1000RR's use 43mm forks but the 43 forks should fit into a 41 triple tree. Ask Al, I think he's using 600RR triple trees and he has 1000RR forks on his 600RR. His name here is Almighty. I have 1000RR forks on the 600RR I ride but Im also using 1000RR triple trees. If you arent ready to ride the track just yet, you should come hang out with us anyway. You can watch from the sidelines to get acclimated to Trackdays until youre ready. You can still learn something by watching.
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Post by almighty1 on May 18, 2009 11:22:03 GMT -5
Sorry guys. I also have the same setup. 1000rr forks, triple trees, calipers and clipon-ons on my 600rr. You might as well look for a complete front end. It's simple to install. Anyone here can help you install. Goodluck!
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Post by docdennis on May 18, 2009 18:01:02 GMT -5
43mm goin into a 41mm is a really tight squeeze. You might as well just get your fork springs changed (cheaper), and you don't run into problems of not knowing the history of the purchased front end.
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Post by Jon "bustanut" on May 18, 2009 20:11:56 GMT -5
43mm goin into a 41mm is a really tight squeeze. You might as well just get your fork springs changed (cheaper), and you don't run into problems of not knowing the history of the purchased front end. +1
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Post by MaYo (((d[0_o]b))) on May 18, 2009 21:04:17 GMT -5
I agree with Doc, just get new springs for your current forks. It'll cost you around $200-300.
I just got my forks back. 600RR springs were too soft for my weight and 1000RR forks were a bit harsh for my weight so I got them re-sprung specifically for me.
Good Luck on your suspension set-up. See you at the track soon!
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Post by 07cbr600rrod on May 19, 2009 0:01:00 GMT -5
I think getting new springs is the safe bet for me as well. Gastos again!! Have to save up. Track day spectator doesn't sound bad at all. I could be the umbrella boy......
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Post by Jerico on May 19, 2009 12:29:11 GMT -5
who got time to help me set my suspension =p i cant tell if its the tires cause everytime i hit some sort of bump or little bump theres like a little shock wave kinda hard to explain but its weird or just that its a new bike and i need to get used to it...
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Post by MaYo (((d[0_o]b))) on May 19, 2009 13:45:33 GMT -5
Take it to the Track and set your suspension there! ;D Race Tech's Shaun is very good at it.
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Post by Jerico on May 19, 2009 14:35:16 GMT -5
Take it to the Track and set your suspension there! ;D Race Tech's Shaun is very good at it. is this shaun from trackaholics? imma bring my bike there sometime this coming weekend i cant make it to the track low on money d**n registration took a hit on me
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Post by MaYo (((d[0_o]b))) on May 19, 2009 14:58:24 GMT -5
I already posted Shaun's info above. Good Luck with the suspension, ride safely, got morons riding on the wrong side of the road at Palomar, ggrrr.
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