Wario Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Ok, it's a foregone conclusion that I'm lazy - fuck that, get over it - but, I don't feel like searching the history of time to find the right advice - just give it to me. I've got a 98 XX and I'm taking the suspension to the next level and want to either re-do the forks by putting goodies inside, or swap them out for better ones. A brother hooked me up with a great rear shock so that's done, but I'd like the front end to be able to keep up with the rear in the curves. I can swing a wrench and I'm not afraid to either - My budget is $500. If you was me, what would you do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoWhee Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 $150 racetech valves $100 on new springs $50 on new oil $50 on beer $150 on hookers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewtoy Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 $150 racetech valves $100 on new springs $50 on new oil $50 on beer $150 on hookers +1 to that. I installed racetech springs - thanks EvilXX, and it made a huge difference. Their top of the line valving is ~ $170, and seals would be ~ $50. Plenty of cash left over for beer. http://racetech.com/ProductSearch/2/Honda/...100XX/1997-2003 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redxxrdr Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 We had a group buy with Rick from Cogent a few years back. Price was around your goal. I pulled the forks and sent them to Rick. He installed Racetech emulators, proprietary springs, new seals, oil, and returned them to me. I put them back in and checked the SAG. It was spot on for the weight and riding style I had told him. I have never done a suspension before, and chose to let a expert do the setup. I am very happy with the results. Rick will sell you the parts, selected for your weight and use. I am planning on doing this for my SV. Rick's pricing was comparable with buying on-line from different suppliers. They were the best choice for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogerb Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 HYA--THE BEST FORK UPGRADE FOR A GOOD PRICE, 100MM LONGER SPRINGS--100MM SHORTER SPACERS, WORKS A TREAT. £91.50.+P&P WWW.JAWS MOTORCYCLES.CO.UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HANKSXXX Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Cogent Dynamics (Rick) offers longer springs also....got them in my BB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wario Posted January 22, 2012 Author Share Posted January 22, 2012 Great input! Thanks Ya'll! I knew I'd get my answer fast. I've run the race tech kit before and really liked it, John also has this exact setup on his 02 and it's sweet. :icon_clap: $150 racetech valves $100 on new springs $50 on new oil $50 on beer $150 on hookers Excellent! You and I think a lot alike, except you like spendy hookers... :icon_eyebrows: :icon_suck: $150 racetech valves $100 on new springs $50 on new oil $50 on beer $150 on hookers +1 to that. I installed racetech springs - thanks EvilXX, and it made a huge difference. Their top of the line valving is ~ $170, and seals would be ~ $50. Plenty of cash left over for beer. http://racetech.com/ProductSearch/2/Honda/...100XX/1997-2003 thank you... thank you very much. :icon_thumbsup: We had a group buy with Rick from Cogent a few years back. Price was around your goal. I pulled the forks and sent them to Rick. He installed Racetech emulators, proprietary springs, new seals, oil, and returned them to me. I put them back in and checked the SAG. It was spot on for the weight and riding style I had told him. I have never done a suspension before, and chose to let a expert do the setup. I am very happy with the results. Rick will sell you the parts, selected for your weight and use. I am planning on doing this for my SV. Rick's pricing was comparable with buying on-line from different suppliers. They were the best choice for me. Rick?!? Rick who?! :icon_think: Seriously. Introduce a brotha please. :icon_noshare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wario Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 Do I need all the bushings and washers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HANKSXXX Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 "Rick?!? Rick who?! :icon_think: Seriously. Introduce a brotha please. :icon_noshare:" Rick from Cogent Dynamics (see post 6 above) Here's a link to his site: http://www.motocd.com/cd/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wario Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 "Rick?!? Rick who?! :icon_think: Seriously. Introduce a brotha please. :icon_noshare:" Rick from Cogent Dynamics (see post 6 above) Here's a link to his site: http://www.motocd.com/cd/ Cool... I get that part. But, there's nothing on his site about XX's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HANKSXXX Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 "Rick?!? Rick who?! :icon_think: Seriously. Introduce a brotha please. :icon_noshare:" Rick from Cogent Dynamics (see post 6 above) Here's a link to his site: http://www.motocd.com/cd/ Cool... I get that part. But, there's nothing on his site about XX's. Doesn't matter...He works on all brands. He's done a lot of Blackbird front ends. Call tomorrow and talk to Joyce or Rick if he's not busy. Great people.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redxxrdr Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I figured that Hank would respond with better contact info faster than I could. The web site shows very little of what Rick and team can do. As I said, they did a group buy upgrade of my forks, and offered a great deal on a shock. But I am always tight on funds, I wish I could have done both. Rick is excellent to talk to on the phone, and has always responded quickly to emails from the "contact us link" on the web site. I have a email on my other computer from him concerning the SV. His pricing on the parts was better than I could get from Racetec directly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wario Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 Thanks! I'm gonna call him this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobicus Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 If you're just interested in the parts, I can get very good pricing on RaceTech stuff through CycleFarkle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Para045 Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 $150 racetech valves $100 on new springs $50 on new oil $50 on beer $150 on hookers $150 racetech valves $100 on new springs $50 on new oil $150 on hookers $50 on beer Fixed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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