MBtriple
Member
Hey guys,
so this year once i pulled the sled out to go over it i noticed my rear suspension was sitting pretty low. I know they need a rebuild and will be doing it shortly with a re-valve for a little heavier rider. Was thinking of finding some stiffer rear springs since they are usually set for 180ish lbs. im a good 215 lbs with gear. And im steched to a 136". Where on earth can i find theses haha? ive searched and nothing has come up yet. Any part numbers out there? Or is the revalve enough for my weight? its not like its always bottoming out but does happen most rides atleast once and sags pretty good once i sit on it.
Secondly, im thinking of putting drop brackes on too. Just a 2.5 inch would be all i want. Getting tired of having the back end getting hung up on the low slung tunnel.I don't like having a ton of ski pressure since im of trail 90% of the time. With adjusting limiter straps and preload can it be set up for little pressure? Or not so much?
so this year once i pulled the sled out to go over it i noticed my rear suspension was sitting pretty low. I know they need a rebuild and will be doing it shortly with a re-valve for a little heavier rider. Was thinking of finding some stiffer rear springs since they are usually set for 180ish lbs. im a good 215 lbs with gear. And im steched to a 136". Where on earth can i find theses haha? ive searched and nothing has come up yet. Any part numbers out there? Or is the revalve enough for my weight? its not like its always bottoming out but does happen most rides atleast once and sags pretty good once i sit on it.
Secondly, im thinking of putting drop brackes on too. Just a 2.5 inch would be all i want. Getting tired of having the back end getting hung up on the low slung tunnel.I don't like having a ton of ski pressure since im of trail 90% of the time. With adjusting limiter straps and preload can it be set up for little pressure? Or not so much?
super1c
Super Moderator
You can adjust the ski pressure out with drop brackets. Let out the limiters and run as much preload in the center shock as you can. Your springs should be fine, A rebuild and valving for your weight will work fine. The drop brackets can be tricky but I've got it down. If you go with the use cb performance drop brackets. Then pm me I got a few tips for ya.
drop brackets can help if done properly. dont mislead yourself into thinking that simply adding drops can cure your woes. in the wrong installations, you will create more issues. i have a few lists of optional oem springs if you want to clarify your sled. i can assume its the 2000 sxr?
super1c
Super Moderator
^^ x2 on snowdad. He knows these suspensions way better then me for sure.
MBtriple
Member
i should clarify. I already have it set for very little pressure, just hoping not to lose that if i put drop brackets on. And definitely looking into the cb brackets since they look like the only one that is only a 2.5" drop. Ill definitely give you a shout if i go with them! thanks.
Good to know on set up. Thats why i love this place, you guys know you're stuff. Yes its a 2000 sxr.