base setting zx6 shock
 

Probably going to get a chance to throw the zx6 shock onto the sv at the weekend. Just wondering what would be the best base point to work from with regards settings. Im 11 stone by the way :D

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

Set the damping adjusters in the middle to start. Important thing is to set sag right.

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

Cool. Should be about an inch from upright to upright with full rider weight right or would it be different with an aftermarket shock?

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

5- 10mm static, 30 -40mm with rider, give or take, so they say... go get the Manual for the base setting, you'll need to get it tweaked any road.

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

I have a zx10 '08 shock for my sv. are the base setting similar to a zx6?

how many turns on the compression & damping should I start with?

I'm 11st too, cheers! :D

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

I doubt it, go get the manual and review, for the base settings

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

thanks Drag, I found one and it has all the setting/adjust info i can wish for!

whats better, all base settings used in the manual are based on a 68kg rider, just like me! :D

cheers!

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

On a bike with different weight distribution and linkage ratios ;-)

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

yeah, that too :rolleyes:

The zx10 shock length and spring rate thingy are same as curvy stock shock (on paper anyway) so hoping it'll be a good enough start :D

Re: base setting zx6 shock
 

Even though the shock ls the same length on paper, the back end will be a little lower than with the stock shock