K-TOOL Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Did the whole 6mm spacer to the rear shock the other day. :shock: Man what a difference. I agree w/ some of the previous posts, it kinda feels like the bike shed 40 pounds. Turn in is really easy. Oh yea, backin it in seems to happen without effort. Almost scary but not quite. Any more than 6mm would definitely be to much. The back seems to be a little more sensitive to mid corner throttle inputs. Also it got rid of my 45-50mph deceleration headshake. Great upgrade! All praise goes to the all knowing forum. Thanks a bunch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 what did you use for a spacer? Can I just throw in a couple washers that equal to 6mm or have to buy something special :?: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demon Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Before I got my adjustable link, I used regular washers with the side noched out so I could slide them in without taking off the shock. The washers look like a u when you are done with them. Someone said they used fender body shims that are used on cars to line up the bodywork. Or you can remove the shock and put full washers on the top of the shock and reinstall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Cool deal will have to borrow some washers from the bolt bin at work anyone happen to know the size of the shock shaft ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demon Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Not off the top of my head. I have a bunch of metric bolts and washers at the house that I used. Pop the seat off and it's right there at the back of the tank. Easy to get to and to judge size This is what I run now. Good for whatever mood you're in. Low or High? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 cool deal... I am riding to work tomorrow.. will just pop off the seat and fill my pockets with some washers... :wink: That adjustable link is plain sick :shock: Wonder if Santa could fit one of those into my stocking this yr :twisted: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demon Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 He prolly could. $129 from Schnitz racing. Right now I got mine slammed to the ground. Big race this weekend. Let me get it finished up and I'll post up a pic of the mods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzz Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Just did the same 6mm modification last week before my wife and I rode through Yosemite for the weekend. Even riding two-up there was no problem with bottoming out. The size of fender washers recommended on the IXXRA forum is 12mm inside diameter and 28mm outside diameter. I used 4 washers wich equated to 6mm thickness, but were a few mm larger than the recommended just because I used what I had rather than making a special trip to the hardware store. Worked fine. One comment, I measured the chain sag before and after the spacer modification and noticed that my chain loosened up by at least 1/2" afterwards due to the different angle of the swingarm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Thanks for the heads up on the chain.. I probably would have forgotten about that :shock: $129 bucks.... shit Santa might get screwed this yr on that toy.. I might pick it up before Xmas.. :twisted: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in PA Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Darn, thought it was a rifle caliber thread. Someone blasting groundhogs. :roll: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 So, where do you put these washers? I assume you loosen the top bolt and let it drop about 10 mm, then slide in the cut washers and tighten it up again? And people are mentioning not grounding out, why would you, wouldn't it raise the rear end of the bike but pushing the swing arm down a bit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rider99XX Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Darn, thought it was a rifle caliber thread I shoot a 6mm Rem in a custom 98 Mauser action :twisted: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaine Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Cool deal K-tool, I'll have to sit on it then next time your up at the Steak N Shake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Would dropping the front instead of raising the rear do the same thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytooslow Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Would dropping the front instead of raising the rear do the same thing? kind of, but you loose ground clearance. way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-TOOL Posted July 21, 2004 Author Share Posted July 21, 2004 I used a chrome spacer that just happened to be 6mm. No reason for the chrome, just happened to be the right size and thought one would be better than 3 or four. The ID is 3/8" SAE. The chain was awfully close to the center stand after the install. When the bike is on the side stand the chain very nearly rests on the centerstand. It was way to close for me. I just took the damn thing off. Demon- That adjustable link is SCHWEET. More pics. Blaine- Now everybody meets at HOOTERS right down the street. C-ya there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demon Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 More to come shortly. Just got my new to me wheel from Purple Passion in today :cool: . It's fully polished like my rear. I polished my rotor carriers on the front as well. Mine's lowered for drag racing right now. Hope to get it all back together tonight and snap some pics tomorrow in the light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XXTi Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 You might check out this thread if you have a chain rubbing your center stand. http://www.cbr1100xx.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11377 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 ok... I found 3 washers at work.. Broke out the digital micrometer and they add up to 5.3 mm :cool: good enough for government work.. If it improves it enough to where I like it I will go back and get my wifes uncle to machine me one :wink: So like Demon said, got washers cut a slot into them to make them "U" shaped popped of the gas tank, loosened the shock nut and slid them in.. Tighten the nut back down and adjusted the chain slack.. No rubbing and haven't done a test ride yet... did I miss anything :roll: its been a long day, and I went ahead and tackled this since I didn't feel like finishing up cutting my grass :grin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northman Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Would dropping the front instead of raising the rear do the same thing? Yes and no.....there are some distinct differences. Now that I've opened my mouth, I have to say that I'll address this later.....hurried right now. But that at least answers your question...... :razz: I totally agree with Joe. I did this last year, at the beginning of the season, trying to find a "perfect" setup. Dropped the forks 6mm, and the bike turned in much better. Felt awesome with a passenger, but was a bit hairy when solo riding. Raised the front up again, and installed the 6mm spacer. Bike handled great solo, and much better than stock when 2-up. I now have an Ohlins with remote preload adjustment, so that'll help with the adjustments, too. Shock bolt OD is 10mm. As stated above, 3/8" SAE washers will work fine, as the SAE washers tend to be a bit larger on the ID than they are advertised as. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northman Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Thank you, Joe :worship: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in PA Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 I've got a stainless Winchester model 70 Heavy Varmint in .243 with a 6.5 to 20X scope. :razz: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Thanks Joe. I dropped the rear 1" with a dog bone and slide the tubes 8 & 1/2 tenths to start. I guess I should go a little more down in the front looking for the twitchy feeling and back it off a hair. I would rather it be a little slow turning in than it doing something strange at 160 mph! BTW-dealing with the bike day in and day out, I love the lowered stance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobicus Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Ok, so for a guy who's 5'6" and weighs 160 lbs... how much will the bike be affected by adding the 6mm spacer? I'm already at close to my limit for getting my feet to touch, etc, when on the bike. Also.. has anyone done the pictures with step by step instructions? If so.. where? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 I am 5'8 1/2 and after adding them I am on my toes.. I added 5.3 mm to my rear shock and don't think I want to go anymore after sitting on it.. we will see when I test ride it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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