Fork Spring Rate
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Fork Spring Rate
Does anyone know the front fork spring rate? Racetech doesnt show it nor does the service manual. I'm thinking of going with a 1.0 or 1.1kg spring to help with the excessive brake dive.
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What's in it now is irrelevant. Since its diving, it too light and worn out. Get the spring rate appropriate for your weight. Racetech's website has a chart to pick the correct set.
How much do you weigh?
How much do you weigh?
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Im 180lbs. Im aware of choosing the correct spring rate ( Ive built several track bikes) but Im curious how much of a rate increase Im looking at. I may go a little softer than "ideal" depending on whats in there now.
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What's in there now was probably set up fora 140lb rider. They come pretty soft from the factory, then became even softer over the years.
Choose a little stiffer than what your target rate is. It will soften up a bit when it gets a few miles on them.
Choose a little stiffer than what your target rate is. It will soften up a bit when it gets a few miles on them.
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