I ‘m proceeding with the 900 RR rear shock installation. For those who have done the installation, what are the setting for the preload ramp, rebound and compression? :roll:
My weight is 170 lbs. without gear so I guess another 20 lbs. with gear. I also have the 3 Givi cases. I also ride 2 up sometimes (she’s 115 lbs.)

Should I set the preload to the max of 7? I got the 16KG spring on the RR shock before installing it. I know I have to measure the sag but since the preload is hard to get at, it would be easier to take an educated guess at it first

What about the rebound and compression, should they be set in the middle to start? ? :roll:


Rick :-o

With that spring even at max preload two up with luggage it's going to be way too soft. For the damping settings I liked full compression and half turn back from full rebound.

If the preload is set to the max (7), I assume this is change geometry slightly, should I had a spacer to compensate to the adjustment?
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Rick

Not sure what you mean, but... Even at max it will not be high enough to maintain stock angle. So yes, a spacer is necessary just to bring it back to normal. But the spring is still way soft.

Carlos,

Do I need a spacer to correct the ride height (5 to 6 mm)?

What about those springs 16.8 KG? are you going ahead with it ?
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I sure can use one!

Rick

Rick, I put a 6mm spacer on top of mine, and it worked great. Definitely improved turn-in, and still remained stable.