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A little more thinking, before I start hacking on a very expensive unit...
I seem to have backwards percentages, and am wondering which way to go on preload.
Free sag = 21mm (2/3)
Race sag = 32mm (1/3)
That seems to be not enough preload for free sag, too much preload for race sag settings...
Finally locked and loaded. Did a final measurement on the front end: 32mm so I’m off by10mm. (At zero preload)
Given the 10.00 spring rate, I probably need a .09 or .08, but I’ll ride it w while to see if things settle at all. Easy install besides the extra 150.00 for the spring compressor...
My Matris S fork kit came in today!
I’ve already reached out to Todd for specifics, but if anyone else has experience installing a Matris kit on a Bassa/Bellagio front end, I’m all ears. Looking forward to checking these out!
Good news on the spring swap... looks like all my numbers on sag are dead on. 28 mm with rider now, and 8mm with bike weight alone. Now looking forward to the front end kit. Thanks to all for guiding me on this bike build.
It sounds like the way to go. I’ve learned over the years that cutting corners just gets more expensive, because you end up doing it later anyway. I’m a bit late to swap my Ikon purchase, but I’m hoping I can get them to work. At least they are cool enough to exchange the springs for free. Love...
Crap, so I checked the sag under bike weight and I get very minimal. (1.59mm difference) so if I am understanding correctly, weight of bike 10-15, with rider 25-30, so close to half for each. Does the Shock length play a part at all, since the wheel hangs as far as the shock allows?
Ordered the good stuff, hopefully the last of the big ticket items. But hearing your feedback, it sounds worth it.
I managed to get the new set of Ikons from the original 38 to the 30mm sag on the rear. (Target of 29.66,as Todd states) I’m hoping it’s close enough, as I’m plum cashed out on...
You do mean one step stiffer spring, as it sounds like my rear is too soft, front too stiff. Isn’t there a sweet spot within the stroke that’s optimal? (My experience is solely on dirtbike suspension)
I just saw these responses, and they are very appreciated. So I should go stiffer rear spring, one step up I’m guessing. I have a free return on the springs, but will be reaching out to Todd for the front end. (Yikes) As far as the rears, I have these options:
“So if you have a black code 230...
THANK YOU.
This gives me a solid starting point.
I do have the rebound and compression adjusters on top. Dumb question, (I’ll investigate) but does Todd sell the springs for these bikes or should I ask around?
Well, I took some rough measurements and wow, it doesn’t sound right. Although I’m unsure whet the numbers should be for a LeMans style Guzzi.
M1= wheels off the ground
M2 = weight of the bike upright
M3 = me with riding gear
Front
M1 = 508mm
M2 = 495.3mm
M3 = 482.6mm
Rear
M1= 431.8mm
M2 =...
Alright guys, the quick rundown is that I have a V11 that I stripped down to a LeMans weight.
My question is, do you think the stock front end can be adjusted to the new weight, or should I be looking at replacing internals? I’m dialing in the rears with a set of Ikons at the moment.
Thanks!!!
It ‘s killing me that I can’t remember where the EV Cali crank breather vent returns to the air box and sump. The Bassa (EV twin) has the breather tube going to the frame under the tank. But where the heck does it go from there, and where is the outlet from the frame to the air box/sump? I’m...