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embee · 01-09-20, 05:28 PM

I'm not sure exactly what springs the K3 had, but my K1 springs were definitely too soft. I suspect the K3 were the same spec ? (just added a preload adjuster).
At 140lbs plus gear I'd suggest you might consider going to a stiffer linear spring, I have had a couple of sets from https://www.ktechsuspension.com/

I'm about 160lbs (plus gear) and have 0.85 kg/mm (8.5N/mm) linear springs in it which made a huge improvement to the pogo stick original spec. I use Silkolene/Fuchs RSF Maintain oil at 7.5W, which admittedly is on the comfy side rather than firm (suits my riding). I would suggest this rate would be OK for your weight, it's still very compliant.
FWIW, one of the "pleasant" aspects of the Michelin Road5 tyres is that they are very supple at absorbing coarse road surfaces. If you like a plush ride they are just the ticket.
Just my 2p.

01-09-20, 05:28 PM	#4
embee Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 2,801	Re: SK3 fork oil level, weight and general confusion I'm not sure exactly what springs the K3 had, but my K1 springs were definitely too soft. I suspect the K3 were the same spec ? (just added a preload adjuster). At 140lbs plus gear I'd suggest you might consider going to a stiffer linear spring, I have had a couple of sets from https://www.ktechsuspension.com/ I'm about 160lbs (plus gear) and have 0.85 kg/mm (8.5N/mm) linear springs in it which made a huge improvement to the pogo stick original spec. I use Silkolene/Fuchs RSF Maintain oil at 7.5W, which admittedly is on the comfy side rather than firm (suits my riding). I would suggest this rate would be OK for your weight, it's still very compliant. FWIW, one of the "pleasant" aspects of the Michelin Road5 tyres is that they are very supple at absorbing coarse road surfaces. If you like a plush ride they are just the ticket. Just my 2p. __________________ "Artificial Intelligence is no match for natural stupidity"