Vitaman
New member
I recently purchased this low mileage ZX. Not my primary sled but I would like to be able to trail ride with the suspension working at a reasonable comfort level. This sled appears to be completely stock, although I am the third owner an have not spoken with the original owner. I pulled the skid just to get a good look at things. Thought I might have a seized shaft at the base of the transfer rods, but all is fine. Very little wear on skid, nothing broken, w arm good. I do not know what the original transfer rod shims size should be , but I will assume for now they are stock.
There is NO sag when I put my 220lbs on it. The skid shock springs are at the standard settings and I am guessing they were never changed.
So the question is : Is this normal on this sled? I would like to get at least 2" of sag.
My thoughts are to soften the full rate rear shock adjuster ( it is in the center) and soften the center and rear shock springs some, reinstall and see where I am at.
I may end up with Viper shocks, adjustable transfer rods, but I would like to start slowly.
There is NO sag when I put my 220lbs on it. The skid shock springs are at the standard settings and I am guessing they were never changed.
So the question is : Is this normal on this sled? I would like to get at least 2" of sag.
My thoughts are to soften the full rate rear shock adjuster ( it is in the center) and soften the center and rear shock springs some, reinstall and see where I am at.
I may end up with Viper shocks, adjustable transfer rods, but I would like to start slowly.
Vitaman
New member
I softened the center and rear shock spring settings and moved the rear shock full rate adjuster to the soft position. Reinstalled the skid and it does not feel like such a brick. Just have to wait and see what it rides like. At least I know there is nothing binding, bent or broken.
Our grandson picked up a 97 Vmax XT last fall. It sits higher and has about 3" of sag. I know it has the longer shocks and the shims at the base of the transfer rods are allot thinner. That in itself allows for more weight transfer. I'm guessing the SX is designed to be low, so by design it is not going to move as much as the XT.
Our grandson picked up a 97 Vmax XT last fall. It sits higher and has about 3" of sag. I know it has the longer shocks and the shims at the base of the transfer rods are allot thinner. That in itself allows for more weight transfer. I'm guessing the SX is designed to be low, so by design it is not going to move as much as the XT.
super1c
Super Moderator
Looks nice and right on the money about skid. Short travel low slung skid. Lots of guys long travel them with a viper skid (direct bolt in) or viper shocks and limiter straps.
Vitaman
New member
Thanks for your comment on this. I would be more likely to change out the shocks and limiter strap and keep this skid. Other thoughts are on the track. Stud this OEM track. ( only has 1410 miles) or upgrade and stud the new track. Sounds like a new thread...
shaggyzr2
Active member
Just get a good 1" track, you don't need studs unless you do a lot of riding on ice.
sleddineinar
VIP Member
A 1" or 1-1/4" track will be a huge improvement over the OEM track. Use a 1" if you plan on studding it, if you try to stud a 1-1/4" track you will risk having the studs rub thru the coolers. There is not enough clearance at the front of the tunnel.