Premium Member bornagainbiker Posted November 15, 2017 Premium Member Share Posted November 15, 2017 If you could make only one suspension mod to your FZ-07, and had to spend as little money as possible, what mod would you choose? I ask this question because I am a bit thin of wallet and would like to know what fellow members think is the single most cost effective suspension mod. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sen07 Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 If u dont mind, id like to park here.. 🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member bornagainbiker Posted November 15, 2017 Author Premium Member Share Posted November 15, 2017 35 minutes ago, sen07 said: If u dont mind, id like to park here.. 🤔 No problem--I think we are both looking for the same advice. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crsnhppr Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 Cogent valves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crsnhppr Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 http://www.motocd.com/product/ddc-drop-in-damper-cartridge/. There ya go . And for a bit extra you can get springs for your weight which would compound the effect of driveability quite drastically. I think that website can sell the whole kit. Then eventually if you wanna do your rear shock send it in to Racetech and they can revalve it to match the front for around 250-300 dollars or something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1limited Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 Loose weight to match the 140 - 160lb spring rate “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member bornagainbiker Posted November 15, 2017 Author Premium Member Share Posted November 15, 2017 1 hour ago, r1limited said: Loose weight to match the 140 - 160lb spring rate I was 163 lbs once upon a time, 190 lbs now, but maybe if I cut out the potato chips and beer..............well potato chips at least. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1limited Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 22 minutes ago, bornagainbiker said: I was 163 lbs once upon a time, 190 lbs now, but maybe if I cut out the potato chips and beer..............well potato chips at least. In reality there is a lot of merit in loosing weight and riding a motorcyle “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member bornagainbiker Posted November 15, 2017 Author Premium Member Share Posted November 15, 2017 2 minutes ago, r1limited said: In reality there is a lot of merit in loosing weight and riding a motorcyle All kidding aside, weight loss is a serious goal for me. I have already lost 25 lbs and am determined to lose 20 or 25 lbs more. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1limited Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 2 minutes ago, bornagainbiker said: All kidding aside, weight loss is a serious goal for me. I have already lost 25 lbs and am determined to lose 20 or 25 lbs more. I lost 30 lbs a few years back changing my diet to paleo. A bout of colitus cured me of eating crap food. Good for you man, keep it going “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member norcal616 Posted November 15, 2017 Premium Member Share Posted November 15, 2017 OEM should set suspension based on each markets avg weight...seems like in Japan it's 120#, in the US it seems to be 200#, etc.... yea the numbers are fudged but just wanted to point out a simple solution... 2015 fz-07- Hordpower Edition...2015 fj-09- 120whp- Graves Exhaust w/Woolich Race Kit- tuned by 2WDW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyow5 Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 1 hour ago, r1limited said: Loose weight to match the 140 - 160lb spring rate Being 150lb, I can attest that the springs are way too soft. It isn't that noticeable though except under braking where the front end dives like crazy, but it could also be I don't know what I am looking for in turns to notice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickshift Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 3 hours ago, cyow5 said: Being 150lb, I can attest that the springs are way too soft. It isn't that noticeable though except under braking where the front end dives like crazy, but it could also be I don't know what I am looking for in turns to notice I weigh 150 and the front springs are too hard. I can't get anywhere near a reasonable rider sag figure because of the 0.87 kg/mm stock spring rate (stiff for standard!). They feel soft with lots of brake dive because of lack of damping. I've fitted cogent's DDC valves (work awesome) and the best thing now is that I can fit a reduced spring rate for my low weight with extra damping. Average weight riders will be fine with the standard springs after fitting the DDCs. Best suspension bang for buck for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattonme Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 you said "least" so I'll ante in with fork springs ($80) and a 45-55cSt@40 oil. Should net to $100 or less. Just trim the preload spacer (PVC is cheap as chips) and the 0.85's would probably have worked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member blackout Posted November 18, 2017 Premium Member Share Posted November 18, 2017 On 11/15/2017 at 10:40 PM, stickshift said: I weigh 150 and the front springs are too hard. I can't get anywhere near a reasonable rider sag figure because of the 0.87 kg/mm stock spring rate (stiff for standard!). They feel soft with lots of brake dive because of lack of damping. I've fitted cogent's DDC valves (work awesome) and the best thing now is that I can fit a reduced spring rate for my low weight with extra damping. Average weight riders will be fine with the standard springs after fitting the DDCs. Best suspension bang for buck for sure. Yup, setting rider sag is a good way to determine if your springs are in the ballpark. Around 1.5" for street is a good number. Less for track. Damping controls the springs, so poor damping can make it feel like your springs are too soft or too hard. Craig Mapstone Upstate New York Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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