955 st. can i stiffen the rear shock to give greater resistance??
955 st. can i stiffen the rear shock to firm the ride or add any resistance to it??? if yes how plz Lewis
if nothing can be done ignorance on my part is not mechanically minded but how do i tell if it is knackered
if nothing can be done ignorance on my part is not mechanically minded but how do i tell if it is knackered
Motorcycles - Triumph - Sprint ST - 2000 Triumph Sprint ST
Answers & Comments
Yes, it can be adjusted. It should have three adjustments on it... preload, rebound dampening and compression dampening. The preload is the overall stiffness of the shock and should be set to your normal riding weight ( If you normally carry 50 pounds of tools when riding then set the shock with that weight included). You adjust that by turning the notchy washer on the bottom of the big spring. Use the spanner wrench that came with your tool kit. The compression setting is on the end of the resevoir and the rebound is on the top of the shock. They are more delicate and should be set to your taste. Im sure your local dealer would help you adjust it to fit you and your style for minimal or no cost if you just showed up and asked.