Which Fork Springs K6s? - SV650.org

31-03-12, 10:04 AM

I'm replacing the stock springs on my 2006 pointy and have decided on getting the K-tech linear ones but am a bit unsure of which weight to get. I'm about 17st kitted up, so after doing a few searches here and checking the racetech calculator it comes out about 0.92 or the nearest.

So it's a choice between 0.9 and 0.95. Some say the 0.95 could be a bit harsh for anything other than smooth tarmac (I just ride road) so I'm leaning towards getting the 0.9 springs and silkolene Pro RSF 10wt oil.

I've also got the comfort kit conversion with renthal bars, so I guess I don't transfer as much weight over the front if that makes a difference.

I've currently got the standard rear shock on, but intend doing an upgrade soon for a zx10r one.

Do the 0.9 springs sound about right for me?

Cheers,

sniff · 31-03-12, 12:31 PM

Why is it when I go on to the K-Tech web site there is nothing for a K9 SV650????

31-03-12, 01:09 PM

I'd say go for the 0.9 ones if your 17st with gear, i'm 13st without gear and i'll be getting the 0.85 linear ones soon,

MJC-DEV · 31-03-12, 02:05 PM

I'm 12.5 stone with gear and 0.85 K-Tech suit well. If you're more comfort orientated then 0.9 would be it. If the Racetech is 0.92 then I would go low rather than high as that is the nearest.

31-03-12, 02:22 PM

.9 would be the best option.

31-03-12, 09:48 PM

Cheers for the input guys

, I'll go for the 0.9 springs then.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sniff

Why is it when I go on to the K-Tech web site there is nothing for a K9 SV650????

Sniff, try this link on the k-tech website

k-tech site

31-03-12, 10:04 AM	#1
aliwakeskate Guest Posts: n/a	Which Fork Springs K6s? I'm replacing the stock springs on my 2006 pointy and have decided on getting the K-tech linear ones but am a bit unsure of which weight to get. I'm about 17st kitted up, so after doing a few searches here and checking the racetech calculator it comes out about 0.92 or the nearest. So it's a choice between 0.9 and 0.95. Some say the 0.95 could be a bit harsh for anything other than smooth tarmac (I just ride road) so I'm leaning towards getting the 0.9 springs and silkolene Pro RSF 10wt oil. I've also got the comfort kit conversion with renthal bars, so I guess I don't transfer as much weight over the front if that makes a difference. I've currently got the standard rear shock on, but intend doing an upgrade soon for a zx10r one. Do the 0.9 springs sound about right for me? Cheers, Last edited by aliwakeskate; 31-03-12 at 10:08 AM.

31-03-12, 12:31 PM	#2
sniff Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dagenham Posts: 724	Re: Fork Springs K6s Why is it when I go on to the K-Tech web site there is nothing for a K9 SV650????

31-03-12, 01:09 PM	#3
Urbanfireblade Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Fork Springs K6s I'd say go for the 0.9 ones if your 17st with gear, i'm 13st without gear and i'll be getting the 0.85 linear ones soon,

31-03-12, 02:05 PM	#4
MJC-DEV Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Falmouth Posts: 621	Re: Fork Springs K6s I'm 12.5 stone with gear and 0.85 K-Tech suit well. If you're more comfort orientated then 0.9 would be it. If the Racetech is 0.92 then I would go low rather than high as that is the nearest. __________________ 2006 SK6, wavy discs, 8.5N K-Tech springs, Debrix Emulators, Nitron Shock, Silkolene RSF Pro 10W, Eastern Beaver H4 Dual Headlight Relay Kit, Avon Storm Ultra 2 tyres, Ebay billet brake/clutch levers

31-03-12, 02:22 PM	#5
SV650Racer Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Fork Springs K6s .9 would be the best option.

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