Sport rider suspension tuning bookshelf

Are you still riding on the stock suspension settings from when you purchased your bike. Oct 25, 2017 rather, we focus on the average rider size per frame and tailor the shock tunes with that information in mind. The book is structured in an easy and logical way that identifies the best steering and suspension designs. Is your bikes suspension not performing the way you think it should.

Customers drive here from three sides of the state on a sunday for suspension tuning im super grateful. Dennis smith of dunlops sport tire services recommends an increase of two. The basics whether you are a road rider or a racer correct suspension setup is the key to fast smooth riding and consistent lap times. You would definitely need new springs at that weight. Motorcycle suspension guide superbikecoach a motorcycle. May 06, 2009 motorcycle suspension setup getting to grips with a black art suspension setup. Motorcycle suspension worksheet shaun saxon photography. It is stuffed with photos and illustrations that clarify the already wellwritten text.

A finely tuned suspension might provide that edge to finally get into the top 10 or allow you to blaze the trails for an afternoon without feeling exhausted after an hour. Owner and operator ross maeda has over 40 years of experience working for kayaba industry company as a test rider. Born in the late seventies, he quickly became very interested in football or soccer as they call it in the states, and at the age of 2 he had already developed a notorious leftfoot strike. Suspension setup tuning installing inhouse developed chassis components including setup work for optimum road holding. So over a period of years, you may find more creaks and rattles in the car. Sport rider a comprehensive book about one of the most misunderstood aspects of motorcycle performance suspension. The spring load with rider aboard will necessarily be the force needed to hold up the rider. Free sag is how much the spring compresses under the bikes weight. Rider sag or sag is the amount the fork and shock compress when the rider sits on the seat. Gp suspension has a mission to give you the most confident motorcycle, the best lap times and the most comfortable ride for your specific moto. Upgrades a full line up of aftermarket components available to order including but not limited to.

Andrewt march 06, 2014 outside of having your suspension tuned and setup by a professional, you can fine tune your dirt bike. However, after reading the book i found it to be just as generic as the suspension bible. Testing and field service feedback reveals that control rider gives outstanding roadholding and ride quality, combined with gtm up to 2500 kg, for a maximum aggregate trailer mass of 2750 kg. It explains the art and science of suspension tuning and set up in easytounderstand, stepbystep instructions and explanations. Road bike suspension setup guide teknik motorsport. Mar 29, 2012 this video is the downhill section of my testing and tuning grounds that has a steep climb to get back to the top.

This results in better handling and overall rider confidence, which leads to wins. Definitive guide to suspension tuning suspensionspot. Selection is dependant on such factors as spring rate, machine weight and as a tuning tool for rider preference. From the chaos i salvaged a tachometer and placed it on a shelf next to a. Apr 15, 2008 sportbike suspension tuning after reading the motorcycle suspension bible, i wanted another reference for tuning the suspension on motorcycles. With that information all can begin to understand why setting up a motorcycle chassis and suspension is critical to rider safety for every motorcycle produced. Fitting a dual sport bike to an individual rider is a key factor in providing confidence and competence. Stiffer suspension will improve handling like taking curves at high speeds. Basically im saying i used it as an incentive to get healthier. The amount of suspension travel used by the combined. I ride a ktm exc and set my suspension to the sport setting. Sportbike magazinesuggested suspension settings for many. So, suspension tuning is tool to meet the end users expectations.

A stiff spring rate gives the f3 a firm, fearless ride. Similar to a bike fit, dialedin suspension settings will lead to improved comfort, handling, endurance, and overall riding experience. Just how good is race tech suspension on dual sport. Sport rider s setup recommendations for every motorcycle tested from 1997 november 17, 2009 these tables show suggested suspension settings for each bike tested by the sport rider staff. Have you been looking for a suspension trainer but not sure which straps to get. Suspension set up is often seen as a daunting task for many riders because it seems like there are so many different aspects and variables involved in a correctly set up suspension. On this 350 excf the choice was made to lower the seat height from the factory 38 by about 1. The information now in your hands comes from reinstating sellers around the world. An easy way to think of sag is as a measure of how.

After a couple weeks of diet and exercise im at 180. How to set up dirt bike suspension compression and rebound. Works enduro rider by drew smith wp kyb showa kayaba enduro harew scramble gncc extreme enduro ecea netra forks shocks ohlins steering damper wer revalve suspension. With over 15 years of suspension tuning experience, we can adjust or modify your suspension to specifically suit your riding style. The generic suggested settings in sport rider are based on a 170 pound rider under track conditions. Check out a guide to motocross suspension tuning for more information on getting the right dirt bike suspension setup for your ride.

The settings for my bike are much stiffer than the settings in the owners manual for a 150 lb rider. Suspension tuning guide street bike or road racing pnw. Road test editor ari henning explains what rebound damping is and how to check it in order. It is important to the suspension function that the bike retains some static sag in most cases. It is the best of both worlds that allows me to feel the bike without having to worry about the trail as i can basically ride it in my sleep. Testimonials listen to he best talent in the business, give their endorsements to the products and services at gp suspension. A leader in our industry, we know youll be satisfied with your suspension when you buy from us. I recently got a suspension rebuild on my track bike and chose components for 175 lb rider even though i was 190. Motorcycle suspension 101 a complete guide for riders. In tight woods use, the new ktm has great suspension travel and ground clearance.

Its a chart with most bikes and suggested suspension settings. Stock suspension components and adjustment ranges are generally more applicable to 150190lb rider weights with average riding skill level. The suspension setting process provided here is a basic methodical guide to. If suspension bottoms in big bumps or hollows, it should not automatically mean the suspension should be set harder. Aug 20, 2014 there are certain rider weights that generally struggle to work with stock oem components, lbsandunder and 215lbsandabove. Dont worry about tuning the bike yet until you start doing track days. However, if suspension bottoms at the place where the maximum grip is essential the tyre cannot create the.

Use what we have learned to maintain your selling privileges and, if you receive the dreaded suspension email, use this book to carry you to your quick reinstatement. With an incredible array of aftermarket accessory options available dont overlook the best upgrade of all, suspension. You can spend all the money you possibly can on the best suspension components, and while you might notice some improvements, those parts arent set up to work together properly to give you the best performance and that is exactly what suspension tuning takes care of. While most associate suspension upgrades with comfort, its also an important part of the handling and stability of your car. The first step in setting up your suspension measuring and adjusting suspension sag are the first steps in setting up any bikes suspension. The most common type of suspension for lowriders is an air suspension. Klr 650 is perhaps the most versatile of the adventure models. But as a dual sport rider suspension sag is something i only thought about once when i originally purchased my bike. These kits can be installed by individuals interested in understanding and tuning their own suspension or they can be installed by a race tech center or race techs service department. You can also use the tables to find which issues of sport. With varying rider weight, ability and track conditions, the average rider production suspension settings wont be up to a racers requirements and wont provide the traction and confidence racers require. The bag is connected to an air reservoir and an air compressor that can inflate or deflate the bag, raising and lowering the car.

About enzo racing enzoracing is a motocross suspension workshop offering services to the professional and amateur racer, as well as to the enthusiast. We will send an electronic gift card on your behalf to this person letting himher know about sport rider magazine subscription. But being a commuter, i also ignored the importance of even having good suspension. Component handling condition resolution tires more front tire pressure less rear tire pressure less front tire pressure more rear tire pressure try to get tire temps within 10 degrees across the face of the tire. Weve even heard reports of people riding into their neighborhood dealer, copy of sport rider in hand, asking to have their bike set up just like we say. Marathwada mitra mandal college of engineering pune 52, maharashtra, india. Also, many of the notes below are taken from sport. The suspension setting process provided here is a basic methodical guide to providing a way to update you current suspension to the style of riding to best suit your needs. Once the general suspension settings are where they should be, i use small compression changes to optimize rebound and viceversa. From my reading, the stock bike is setup for a rider weight of 175lb. We generally recommend the racetech method of measuring sag, which takes into account any stiction in. Basic suspension tuning for your dirtdualsport bike. How to set up your skidoo rmotion rear suspension youtube.

I was recommended this book because of the technical expertise of the author, andrew trevitt, from sport rider. Rebound damping is adjustable on all but the most basic suspension systems. To coincide with the addition of the r, honda redesigned the 650 to be sportier, with a more aggressive rider geometry and styling that mimics the cbrrr superbike. Found this while looking around online for a setup for my bike and i thought others could use the info. Rake is defined as the angle of the steering head relative to a line drawn perpendicular to the ground usually between 20 and 25 degrees. The kits include valving charts and valving shims to allow a custom setup for a specific rider. No matter what shock or fork you have, they all require proper adjustment to.

As i mentioned previously, the suspension manufacturers build in a wide range of usability within their product which has the ability to cater to riders that might be the same size but weigh differently. The most common options are a regular suspension and a sport tuned suspension. Hyperpro products and our services are to be found worldwide. Sport rider magazine the ultimate resource for sportbike hobbyists, sport rider is packed with comparisons of the hottest new bikes, safety tips and track tests. It is critical to both the safety and performance of any motorcycle with adjustable suspension.

There is some micro crossover between compression and rebound, and finding that optimum setting is part of the challenge of suspension tuning. Suspension in bikes considering preload, damping parameters. For most novice riders its easy to assume that once sag is set it will not change. Enduro spec suspension offroad motorcycle suspension. The sport rider suspension settings are a good place to start with a stock bike. Suspension in bikes considering preload, damping parameters and employment of mono suspension in recent bikes prof. Race sag is the amount the rear suspension compresses under the weight of the bike with your fat ass riding it, including all your gear and.

Motocross action magazine motocross action magazine is the worlds leading publication about motocross and supercross. One of the major keys to a successful suspension setup is the condition of the components. Basic suspension tuning for your dirtdualsport bike post by tawmass sun dec 10, 2006 4. Apr 11, 2008 bmws sport suspension usually includes stiffer rated shocksstruts, thicker antiroll bar and a slightly lower spring usually about 12 inch.

Our custom off road suspension builds account for your weight, riding ability, terrainstyle, and preferred parts. Daves mission is to ensure that every motorcyclist anywhere in the world gets the fundamental information needed to understand the basics of their own motorcycles suspension. Suggested sport bike motorcycle suspension settings. How can i gift a sport rider magazine subscription to someone. Also landing of the front wheel after wheelies can cause excessive use of the front fork stroke. As a street rider typically expects a more compliant and plush suspension that. It seems everyone is clued in that suspension setup can be a key to riding fast and. These tables show suggested suspension settings for each bike tested by the sport rider staff. This is the amount the bike settles with the rider on in riding position.

Any of the off the shelf ohlins or penske shocks will be tons better. The rmotion rear suspension from skidoo is the benchmark for comfort, capability and adjustability. Setting rear suspension sag on a dual sport motorcycle. All six articles are on this site and youll find this to be the best setup guide around. I rode a friends klx450f and he had his suspension redone and had it set up so plush he wouldnt feel anything.

Rider sag also sometimes called ride height, one g, or race sag. We offer custom suspension setup for your needs with a variety of options to choose from. Sportbike suspension tuning after reading the motorcycle suspension bible, i wanted another reference for tuning the suspension on motorcycles. Explore our enormous assortment of suspension products for your mitsubishi raider and pick out of our line of shock absorbers and other suspension systems parts that you can use for your rider to get the feel you want. When the rider gets on the bike and the suspension compresses called sag, equilibrium will be reached when the spring force equals the combined weight of the rider and bike as supported by that spring. Suspension tuning guide a complete guide to setting up your sportbikes suspension, including all the terms, technology and troubleshooting introduction get started on your setup. Apr 20, 2014 rider specific suspension set up mrsparkyaprilia. Yamaha wr450 there are many variables in suspension sensitivity rider weight, rider bike weight, weight distribution, the addition of pillion passenger and luggage, and so on, and every adjustment you make affects another aspect of suspension performance. With a stiffer frame, sporty suspension tuning, and wide tires, the f3 can run through the twisties at a pulsequickening pace. In air suspensions, the metal springs are replaced with a very strong rubber bag. Some of the top riders actually prefer to run a positive stop with no topout spring as the more abrupt stop allows them to initiate a slide in, more.

Experienced and novice motorcyclists alike will benefit from the comprehensive coverage found in each new issue of sport rider magazine. When reading those articles depicting test rides of the same bike at a couple of different events, take notice of the riders personal stats. I found your suspension tuning videos on youtube, and they really gave me the confidence to try. Additionally, our service packages will ensure your suspension performs top notch and you remain confident on your motorcycle, season after season. Suspension adjustments raising or lowering the fork or lengthening or. If you are on the lighter side 140180 the sport rider suspension setting guide done by nick i. Suggested sport bike motorcycle suspension settings cycle world. Static sag is the amount the rear suspension compresses under the weight of the bike itself. Suspension tuning is a critical part of getting the ultimate performance package, it is even possible to have a more competitive car then a rival with superior upgrades by having a well balanced set up, which maximises the available grip levels. The whole bike is just awesome riding smooth twisty roads etc. Do the stock springs have enough range for my weight. For rugged construction and excellent long term durability,our qualitybuilt control rider suspension is widely regarded as amongst the best in its class.

Most people know that the suspension is an integral part of their cars, but few realize that there are actually a few different kinds. It is good for 95% of the riders with just a click or two of adjustment. Jolts from rough pavement are passed on to the rider, but the suspension is well controlled and prevents the machine from leaning noticeably in corners. Race tech dual sport adventure race tech suspension.

Superbikecoach motorcycle suspension guide the suspension setting process provided here is a basic methodical guide to providing a way to update you current suspension to the style of riding to best suit your needs. Intro suspension tuning is the final step a lot of serious racers take in setting up their vehicles. Sportbike suspension guide cycle world sport rider. Learn how to set up your rmotion rear suspension correctly. Lap times can be dramatically slower and overall safety for both.

I could feel the trail better and felt more in control of the bike. If you liked the way your 2008 mitsubishi raider rode and handled when it was new, you can experience the feeling again with our replacement suspension parts. Normally the free sag is between 5% and 10% of the total travel. Recently, more performanceoriented vehicles, like the mustang, have had the option of a magneride suspension. To check sag the distance between the fender and swing arm first check the distance with the rider off the bike and then with the rider on the bike in full riding gear. Measuring and adjusting suspension sag are the first steps in setting up. Here at donaldsons volkswagen, we often get asked to compare a sport tuned suspension vs regular suspension. Stock suspension setup suzuki gsxr motorcycle forums. The standard felt a little spongy to me so i changed it to sport. Welcome to part one of a sixpart series on suspension setup, written by steve brouggy of the australian superbike school, and published a couple of times over the years by australian motorcycle trader. The book competition car suspension is an excellent, well written manual that describes the design evolution of vehicle suspension and steering systems. Motorcycle handling like a pogo stick with a broken spring.

Sportbike suspension tuning is an outstanding primer on a complex subject, and trevitt leads us logically from ignorance to wisdom. You need to learn your bikes language and find out just what your suspension is trying to tell you. Light rider suspension setup i only weigh 140 and feel like the stock suspension is way too stiff. Fork services fluid change, cartridge kits, revalving, seals. With incorrect suspension setup, tire wear is increased and handling suffers, resulting in rider fatigue.