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hey guys im only around 125lbs and am having trouble with the sag on my 2003 kdx. Right now i have 1 3/4" of race sag and it seams that if i keep lighening the spring the static sag gets bigger but the race sag isnt getting any better. i read that i need a 4.6kg spring but i was wondeing if there are any other options other than the $120 racetech ones?
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YZ springs will fit. Look on Fleabay. Compare the part numbers for what you need, the KDX uses the same springs as s lot of models.
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I just saw this. Might be what your looking for.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Eibach-SHOCK-SP ... de&vxp=mtr
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well i thin ki am just going to get the racetech springs because were going on a trip soon. is it easy enough or should i even attemt at changing any of the shims to change the valving up? i ride in Arizona a lot so a lot of hard pack but there are some washes and rocks.
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turner wrote:hey guys im only around 125lbs and am having trouble with the sag on my 2003 kdx. Right now i have 1 3/4" of race sag and it seams that if i keep lighening the spring the static sag gets bigger but the race sag isnt getting any better. i read that i need a 4.6kg spring but i was wondeing if there are any other options other than the $120 racetech ones?

I have a like new FC 4.6 rear spring for $55.00 shipped. A 4.6 works good with the stock .35 front springs.
At least it did for my son when he was younger. :grin:
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Are you 125 or 125 in full riding gear, with all carried weight (tools, water, spare parts, etc.)?
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