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Old 15-09-17, 09:10 PM   #1
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Default Preload on standard forks & shock

Evening all,

Got a 2004 model pointy sv650. Having read several threads regarding the lack of adjustment on the standard forks & shock I understand the only available option is the preload. At 13 stone kitted out I've found it very soft so am going to stiffen up & set the sag accordingly.

I have no manual to hand, have searched online & am struggling to find anything to download, so my questions;

1. Forks - rings showing or not for soft or hard?
2. Shock - notches up or down for soft or hard?

Thanks in advance for any help. I am aware heavier internals front & different spring back seems to be the chosen fix, but I am just looking to make the most of what's on the bike for now.

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Old 15-09-17, 10:19 PM   #2
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Default Re: Preload on standard forks & shock

1.The less rings showing on the fork preload the more preload (harder)

2.higher notches = more preload, harder


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Old 16-09-17, 12:15 PM   #3
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1.The less rings showing on the fork preload the more preload (harder)

2.higher notches = more preload, harder


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Old 16-09-17, 12:20 PM   #4
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Default Re: Preload on standard forks & shock

your preload adjusters dont make it 'soft or hard' it only adjusts the height of your sag.

less rings on the front = more height
taller notch on the rear = more height
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Old 16-09-17, 09:27 PM   #5
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Do you have the stock fork springs? Because if so then an puppy would find them too soft, on any settings.
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Old 17-09-17, 04:10 AM   #6
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+1 on Bibio, preload wont affect how hard it feels.

Compression damping will affect how hard it feels, but you cant adjust that (apart from new fork oil)
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Old 17-09-17, 12:17 PM   #7
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Default Re: Preload on standard forks & shock

Thanks for the help lads.

Yes, all standard springs/hardware. Apologies for the mix up on my terminology of soft & hard, just wanted to set the sag which is now all done.

Yep, you guessed it, preload front fully in with 0 rings showing, preload rear on top notch 7!
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Old 17-09-17, 08:59 PM   #8
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You should get new fork springs, but if the rear is anything like the curvy, 4 or so on preload is fine. The difference with the rear is the rising rate linkage - more preload means a bouncier ride with less damping, a bit less means a better balance of both. Check the damping in the back shock hasn't gone - they don't have a reputation for longevity.
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Old 18-09-17, 05:14 PM   #9
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Check the damping in the back shock hasn't gone - they don't have a reputation for longevity.[/QUOTE]

Ive read about fitting a ZX shock etc but can anybody recommend somebody to rebuild the original shock, if so what's the cost?
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Old 18-09-17, 06:42 PM   #10
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Fraid orignal SV shock is non rebuildable. Search on here for suitable secondhand shocks or a new aftermarket jobbie....
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