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V7 III Suspension Thread
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GUZZINO001
Tuned and Synch'ed
Service info.
I mounted the Bitubo WME02V2 rear shock absorbers with preload/extension adjustment.
Another planet, I had done it before... apart from that he feels the millimeter adjustments of the preload, but the comfort has increased dramatically....
No more dry barrels on the back even at 120-130 per hour....
Mount Oram, mount Bitubo, mount Ohlins, Mount Matris, mount whatever you want....
Throw away that shit of original shock absorbers.
I mounted the Bitubo WME02V2 rear shock absorbers with preload/extension adjustment.
Another planet, I had done it before... apart from that he feels the millimeter adjustments of the preload, but the comfort has increased dramatically....
No more dry barrels on the back even at 120-130 per hour....
Mount Oram, mount Bitubo, mount Ohlins, Mount Matris, mount whatever you want....
Throw away that shit of original shock absorbers.
coondog
Just got it firing!
Hey team, I've got the opportunity to put a pair of mint bitubo piggy back shocks on my V7iii that came off a v7ii racer. Obviously the shock length is different - from 350mm on the iii to 390mm for the ii. Question is, will it work without compromising the handling/longevity? I know that 370mm is preferred by lots of people as a replacement to OEM. And secondly, if it isn't a good idea, can 20mm be taken of it's length without too many dramas or expense (work obviously done by a shock expert).
Also, if you run longer rear shocks, does that negate the need to drop the forks in the triple clamps? Currently I run them 15mm down, and it's made a huge difference. Thanks for your help!
Also, if you run longer rear shocks, does that negate the need to drop the forks in the triple clamps? Currently I run them 15mm down, and it's made a huge difference. Thanks for your help!
Bill Meyer
Cruisin' Guzzisti
I did some trial fitments with longer dampers on my V7III. First try was a pair of 380 mm Hagons. When the bike was on the paddock stand rotating the rear wheel revealed definite binding at the gearbox end of the driveline. When the bike was on the ground this binding was still apparent when pushing the bike around the shop. When the pre-load was set at minimum and my weight was on the bike the binding was not present.
I think the recommendation of 370mm length as maximum should be heeded. I finally chose 360mm Hagon dampers with 20kg springs. The ride quality is more controlled with less harshness. I know there are better dampers available but the Hagon 2810 suit my riding style and didn't cost a huge amount.
With respect to the fork tube protrusion on the top yoke it will become apparent when you ride with longer dampers if the tubes need to be moved. I set mine at about 15mm proud with the 360mm shocks and it's just fine for me. YMMV.
I suspect altering dampers to a shorter O.A.L. would be an expensive pain in the rear.
I think the recommendation of 370mm length as maximum should be heeded. I finally chose 360mm Hagon dampers with 20kg springs. The ride quality is more controlled with less harshness. I know there are better dampers available but the Hagon 2810 suit my riding style and didn't cost a huge amount.
With respect to the fork tube protrusion on the top yoke it will become apparent when you ride with longer dampers if the tubes need to be moved. I set mine at about 15mm proud with the 360mm shocks and it's just fine for me. YMMV.
I suspect altering dampers to a shorter O.A.L. would be an expensive pain in the rear.
Maturecruiser
Just got it firing!
I decided to check the rear setup on my V7111 stone. Stock standard. I am 70Kgs and full winter riding gear is another 5 to 6 Kgs so 165Lbs. I thoroughly read the entire thread in relation to standard shocks and tried to grasp the information on page 1 and various other YouTube vids. 6 months ago I had reduced the visible threads from 12 down to 6 and that improved it a lot for me.
Enlisted a helper last Sunday and away I went.
Did the 3 measurements and even checked measurements both sides. I decided on a target sag of 1 1/4 inch. (An Australian but with only a really old tape measure) Utilised a backpack with 5kg of weights inside. The initial few turns resulted in target sag going from 7/8" to 1" after that results slowed down.
End result is I am down to 1.5 visible threads on both sides but it appears that the spring is fully extended and I cant quite get 1 1/4inch. I am at about 1 1/16th.
I dont really want to lower the lock nut any further.
I haven't been for a ride yet, and the way I corner its not critical.
Just wanted to post here and see if I have missed something in my calculations.
Enlisted a helper last Sunday and away I went.
Did the 3 measurements and even checked measurements both sides. I decided on a target sag of 1 1/4 inch. (An Australian but with only a really old tape measure) Utilised a backpack with 5kg of weights inside. The initial few turns resulted in target sag going from 7/8" to 1" after that results slowed down.
End result is I am down to 1.5 visible threads on both sides but it appears that the spring is fully extended and I cant quite get 1 1/4inch. I am at about 1 1/16th.
I dont really want to lower the lock nut any further.
I haven't been for a ride yet, and the way I corner its not critical.
Just wanted to post here and see if I have missed something in my calculations.
The stock spring is a 9".
It is factory set at a compression of 1", i.e. a packed spring length: 8".
With 75kg you should not deviate more than 1/2" from this value for the preload.
I am 70kgs and I set a spring length of 8"1/4 for a SAG of 1" 1/3
It is factory set at a compression of 1", i.e. a packed spring length: 8".
With 75kg you should not deviate more than 1/2" from this value for the preload.
I am 70kgs and I set a spring length of 8"1/4 for a SAG of 1" 1/3
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Maturecruiser
Just got it firing!
Thanks for this. I will check it out in the next couple of days. I haven't seen this data anywhere else, and it will be easier for 1 person to measure spring length.
Vagrant
GT Reference
It will work but shock still is poor. Get a set of GT shocks and enjoy
Thanks Steve, but why bother. Despite all of my work and research posted here, people still would rather not read and pretend they are the first to have to solve a problem, and use this Forum to work out the solutions I have already posted on how to, sometimes nearly decade ago. That, or listen to other random people on other sites and social media channels, and try to argue and debate me on it (and get indignant when I don’t agree). Also many prefer to discuss, in detail (and usually with links to) products I don’t sell here. Not sure why, and at this point it’s easier to delete than explain that they just need to read, listen, comprehend and click on the STORE tab above. And last, everyone wants to complain about the cost.
Maturecruiser
Just got it firing!
Disappointed in the put down GTM. Thought I had explained myself fairly well. Don't bother with the reminder to log in that comes to my email every now and then. As for Vagrant he probably has never heard of Australia.
I think you personalized something that was made as an "in general" comment.
You complain about Todd as if he directly attacked you but then you go and do the exact same thing to both Todd and Vagrant. Can you not see this?
We all know where Australia is around here.
Unfortunately, every time there is a clash of some magnitude around here, it is invariably with somebody from Down Under.
You guys are a cantankerous people for sure. The Kiwis are always super nice, but the Aussies, never. What is that? I wish I knew.
Huh? My statement is in truth. I didn't quote or call you out. All of the info you are looking for is in the first part of the of this post. This isn't a social media site (in which I put the fault) where people show up and demand attention. It's a reference site to come and gain knowledge by reading what is here, and has been for a very long time. I think I've earned that respect by developing and maintaining this website since 2001, working on Guzzis for nearly two decades (and owning a professional workshop for ~7 years) and my lifetime in motorcycles. My resume HERE in case you care to read it. That is all.
Thanks also Scott.
On my V7III Special I have the 20mm longer (370mm ctrs) Matris M40D shocks and the F15K fork cartridge kit which makes the handling and ride so much better over stock suspension!
Sag is set up OK as per these pages.
Should I also raise or lower the forks, as mentioned in this thread, to compensate for the longer shocks? I do note you recommend raising the forks in the triple tree in the first post, but was wondering if that would effect the geometry too much with the rear raised.
Thanks.
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Thanks for the post. What front tire size and type are you running?
110/80 Pirelli MT-60 RS for a bit easy gravel and tarmac.
Might go to a road 110/80 Pirelli Sport Demon or Dunlop Arrowmax type later this year.
Might go to a road 110/80 Pirelli Sport Demon or Dunlop Arrowmax type later this year.
Thanks Todd. I'll give the 10mm a try. Tire recommendation noted - I'll see what is available when I need them.
Thanks for your time.
Andy
Vagrant
GT Reference
The smart thing to do is always have a spare set ready to go. Tires are tough to come by since covid.
bmw111
Tuned and Synch'ed
Doing a lot of reading on upgrading the suspension on my new to me 2017 Stone and keep seeing mention of raising the forks a bit. What is the standard height of the stock forks above the triple clamp? On my bike (see the pictures) the forks are raised 6 mm (1/4") above the triple clamp (measuring from the top of the black clamp to the top edge of the fork cap). Is this standard? I plan on doing a front/rear suspension upgrade but am curious about the stock fork height measurement.
