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rear shock
Posted: 02:54 pm May 30 2011
by brayden55
i think somthing is funky with my rear shock because my bike looks like its sitting low. when i stand back the swing arm is almost flat! any help on how i can fix this?
i have pics but dont know how to upload them
Posted: 03:00 pm May 30 2011
by Mr. Wibbens
When's the last time you serviced it?
Posted: 03:43 pm May 30 2011
by brayden55
i havent sevices the shocks but the thing runs fantastic! just bought it about 2 months ago
Posted: 04:19 pm May 31 2011
by brayden55
i was just wondering if it is set wrong or if there is a way to raise it. im looking to go riding the weekend and would really appriciate the help thanks
Posted: 04:32 pm May 31 2011
by scheckaet
did you set up your sag properly?
Posted: 04:38 pm May 31 2011
by brayden55
sag??? is that those spinning rings on top of the spring?
Posted: 05:15 pm May 31 2011
by scheckaet
brayden55 wrote:sag??? is that those spinning rings on top of the spring?
they are used to set your sag by compressing your spring more or less. do a search in the suspension section, you should get the procedure.
Posted: 05:16 pm May 31 2011
by scheckaet
Posted: 05:18 pm May 31 2011
by brayden55
alright thanks a lot
Posted: 06:54 pm May 31 2011
by SS109
It also helps to have the correct rate spring for your weight. Setting the sag might make your bike stick up/squat in the rear with the wrong spring.
Posted: 07:11 pm May 31 2011
by brayden55
so just to make sure were on the same page if my bike looks like its sagging under its own weight then i need to back off the shock right?
Posted: 07:33 pm May 31 2011
by Mr. Wibbens
or more likely your shock is blown , or your spring is sprung
Posted: 08:04 pm May 31 2011
by brayden55
well its not compleatly saging
what do you think
Posted: 09:17 pm May 31 2011
by SS109
Like Wibby said, "...likely your shock is blown , or your spring is sprung" or maybe someone installed some lowering links. BTW, have you disassembled all the linkage to lube it and inspect it for wear?
Posted: 09:26 pm May 31 2011
by brayden55
no i havent inspected the suspension at all except the front fork seals. is there a cheap way to fix this or do i need to buy a new shock?
Posted: 09:39 pm May 31 2011
by Mr. Wibbens
get a manual and rebuild it yourself, if needed
Posted: 11:35 pm May 31 2011
by SS109
Get those linkages cleaned and lubed soon. It is one of the few areas on a KDX that does need some regular servicing.
As for fixing it cheap, well, that depends on what is wrong with it. If you don't have the know how on how to diagnose it then I suggest taking it to a reputable suspension guy to take a look at it for you.
Posted: 04:00 pm Jun 01 2011
by brayden55
i just raised the bike on a lift and tightend the shock a couple more turnes and it seemed to raise the swing arm to the point where it looks normal and feels better. i think i will still need to fix it in time but it should be fine for this weekend
