Wilsons Sandbox

--- In DSN_klr650@y..., dsbseven@y... wrote:

> IM LOOKING FOR ANY INFO THAT MAY HELP ME INSTALL PROG. FORK > SPRINGS.LIKE HOW MUCH OF THE STOCK SPACER DO YOU HAVE TO CUT OFF,AND > THE PROPER AMOUNT OF FORK OIL TO ADD.I RIDE AGRESSIVE OFF ROAD IF > THAT IS ANY HELP IN FINDING OUT HOW MUCH SPACE TO TRIM

OFF. I'm 230lbs 6'0" and ride aggressively as well. I originally trimmed mine down to 1-3/4" (actually it was supposed to be 2" but after using aq bench grinder to smooth it out I lost 1/4") and it was still too soft. So I took the other stock spacer and just cut it directly in half giving a lenth of about 2-1/4". I like it a lot now. dat brooklyn bum

--- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "etuff41" wrote:

> > Hey all, > Will the progressive front fork springs help with washboard > vibrations? I've lost my fillings from washboards. I hate > washboards. > > Toast

im no expert, but I dont think the springs would make much difference, my guess is different weight fork oil would make a difference or some emulators

Try some transmission fluid, it's inexpensive, works, and if you don't like it, try a lighter fluid. Hydraulic lock (fluid can't move through the damping orifices fast enough) is the harshness you are feeling. I run RT Emulators, LR Progressive springs, with Mobil 1 synthetic trans fluid in mine. It damps very well, with good road feel. TK

----- Original Message ----- From: "squasher_1" To: DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Monday, December 27, 2004 11:21 AM Subject: [DSN_klr650]Re: front fork springs > > > --- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "etuff41" wrote: > > > > Hey all, > > Will the progressive front fork springs help with washboard > > vibrations? I've lost my fillings from washboards. I hate > > washboards. > > > > Toast > > > im no expert, but I dont think the springs would make much > difference, my guess is different weight fork oil would make a > difference or some emulators > > > > > > List sponsored by Dual Sport News at www.dualsportnews.com > List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > > >

--- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "etuff41" wrote:

> > Hey all, > Will the progressive front fork springs help with washboard > vibrations? I've lost my fillings from washboards. I hate > washboards. > > Toast

i was riding down in Baja, and hated the washboards too. The trick is to increase your speed, you tires will skim over the tops of the washboards. Don't feel comfortable increasing your speed, to float over the top of the washboards? I know how you feel. I was running street tires which I percieved as not giving me the traction I needed to go fast in the dirt. So... I would recommend progressive fork springs, more dirt biased knobby tires for the dirt, and reducing the air pressure in the tires. ( A little trial and error experimentation will let you decide what air pressure ratings are best for your circumstances.) It's a combination of things that will affect the dirt handling capabilities for your benefit. The progressive fork springs will soak up the bumps better, allowing you to go faster, but not necessarily helping directly with the washboards. Conall http://www.angelfire.com/co/klr650/index.html

In a message dated 2004-12-27 8:15:42 AM Pacific Standard Time, etuff41@... writes:

> > Hey all, > Will the progressive front fork springs help with washboard > vibrations? I've lost my fillings from washboards. I hate > washboards. > > Toast > >

By being stiffer than the stock units they will be better. If all you rode were washboards then the ideal suspension setup would be just stiff enough to let you skim over the tops of the bumps. With stiffer springs the forks will not collapse as far as with the stock springs. This means they have less travel on the rebound, requiring less time for the fork to extend in preparation for the next one. If the front doesn't feel stiff enough try a heavier fork oil or lower your oil height (measured from the top of the fork tube so it actually means adding more oil). Pat G'ville, Nv [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Are these things hard to come by or no longer available?  Been off the list for awhile.  I have two brand new black ones in the box in my basement I was thinking about getting rid of.

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--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "redred321" wrote:

> > Once upon a time, there was mention of adding a PVC spacer at the top of the front fork spring on the KLR. This was to boost up a sagging spring. Does anyone remember the details (size and length of PVC)? >

I use the gray PVC electrical conduit at Home Depot. Size is the 3/4" I.D. Length is determined by the sag that you are trying to achieve.