you are a pillar of the motorcycle community! i finally found a comfortable motorcycle that fits me and looks good and am using all of your videos to make it perfect. tuned the forks by watching your video, and am getting the ergonomics right by watching your tutorials on that as well. thank you for all you do. i also wanted to mention that you made me laugh calling everyone out about sucking their guts in.
Thanks Dave. Great video. It’s amazing that when we all drive a car we instinctively change the seat positioning, the reach and rake of the steering wheel, and the mirrors. Why? Because we were taught this. However, the exact same principles (apart from changing the mirrors) isn’t done by most riders to ensure everything is in the right place. 👍😎
Looking forward to future content. I am riding a 2012 Multistrada 1200 S with the electronic Ohlins. Such a great bike, you look like you have a stunning example on your hands - it looks nearly brand new!
I'm normally not a big fan of YT gurus but this has been very informative. Ive had numerous bikes in my life and so far my current bike, An early Yamaha TDM 850 has been the most comfortable for me. I had to do it all by trial and error and took a few years to finally get it right. If I had seen this video sooner, i could have done it in a few weeks! I had to change the bars to Renthal 756's in the end. Ive just come back from a 1200km ride weekender and after a shower and some "necessities,"I could have jumped on and done it all again. Subscribed to this channel to save myself time setting up my bikes for my type of riding. Thanks Dave! (From a Brit in Spain)
Thank you for subscribing and I appreciate your sincere thoughts on the content provided. I hope videos will indeed shortcut your time for R&D in the future.
ref milling handlebars - I just file off the nipple on the brake / clutch clamps, then I can place them where I want on any bar. It does no harm and the clamping force is more than sufficient. I think those nipples are just for ease of assembly at the factory to ensure they all look the same and are not all over the shop, especially when Luigi has had too much wine at lunch on a friday afternoon...
You tuned my 2011 Multistrada S, at Ducati bike night in Little Italy, San Diego (got the compression to 2). Its tough with my height to tune ergonomics
Given the multistrada is on or off road capable, the slightly low brake handle is [for me anyway]... a tradeoff. If I am up on the pegs for any reason that necessarily demands that lower angle. Nothings free as they say, but having to reach up for the brake is doom: weak wrist position plus lost time, plus the chance of adding throttle.
Cant wait for more content on this bike, I currently have an 11 multi 1200s. I am planning on doing a track day on it come spring. Fresh tires this winter and replace leaking fork seal (both were recently done but one started leaking again 😢).
I had an absolute blast on it at the track in intermediate group once I got the chassis and suspension sorted. very little effot needed to get it around each lap.
@@catalystreactionsbw I'm planning on going to Barbers Motorsports park since it's in my backyard. Looking forward to finding the right suspension setup for it and dialing in it's onroad settings as well.
I ride a 2010 Multi "S" that I've had for years. I think I have it set up pretty good for myself but I am really looking forward to this video series to see if I should maybe tweak things a little. Thanks. (I'm now 75 and have 65K miles on the bike).
Excellent work with getting the chassi and suspension where you feel it is good. Look at tire wear and see if the leading edge of the tread is rounded down to see if rebound is incorrect (same applies to the front). The Contact Playlist will assist you on rebound damping.
Dave, do you mind shining your expertise on a situation I've got..? Watched probably 80-90% of all your videos + older, on the throttle episodes, but my bike seems off, or I'm missing something.. 🤔 1999 cbr900, 94,000km. Shock looks original from what I can tell online. I've opened up the rebound on the shock, because the back was coming up veery slowly. Compression is at 4/4. Preload is a ramp style, currently on the 3rd ramp out (was 1 ramp out, with no static). I'm 175lbs. The issue: I've got 40mm back sag currently with me on, but if I add more preload (back to 1 ramp out) I lose static sag on the back. With compression all in, should I look for a stiffer spring, or ticker oil (if serviceable)? Thanks! ❤ And if you have time for one more conundrum: forks are from a 2006 636. I've put comp and reb in the middle, but when I adjust the preload (nut below reb), the fork position moves inside the triple clamp.. Am I doing something wrong? I don't believe these shocks are missing preload... Sag in front is 20mm with me on, but I'm 10mm from bottom out (yes, I've marked it). Many many thanks. I hope you make new videos soon! P.s. Bike's behavior in turns can be seen in my last few videos.
Hi Stefan. Thanks for supporting my work. This fight with cancer needs my attention and diligence - I do not want to lose. Therefore I have to focus on myself. The CBR900RR shock can be rebuilt. Opening shock rebound makes sense as the oil will probably have the consistency of glue at that odometer reading. It appears the shock spring is too soft as you run out of static sag, BUT - have you checked shock travel used? There's a video on that. Forks are trapped in place by triple clamps so there is no way for the fork to change position in the triple clamps unless a bolt is loose. Adding or removing preload should lengthen (more) or shorten (less) the length of the forks.
Nice! Really. As owner of similar 1200s I'm waiting for next series. Seems like bar comes with standard mount or riser installed? Drilling additional material from bar could compromise it's strength. removing pin is better way. This cool suspension may be upgraded with Ohlins ESU Mechatronic suspension upgrade unit 35000-03 _3
Like # 402 for the songs of these sausage creatures! Dave, what is your inseam? I see by FAQ stats the 1200S Duc seat height is listed at 33.5": is that seat adjustable? Hope your recovery is going well, and recommend a look into the Gerson Therapy approach to diet and the C recovery! Thank You for all your great works!
Thank you for your support! Inseam is 30 inches and I have to move to one side to get the ball of my left foot down. Seat is not adjustable for height. This is at 45mm of sag (static plus rider) and compression at 50% of the total range.
Very informative video thank you. In my case, because I'm 5'9" 63kg (yamaha xt660z) , I figured it helps me to have the handlebars a little higher so I have smaller inputs from my skinny hands. Is this a correct thought or am I messing up my set up?
Hi Dave I really appreciate your videos they are amazing! I wanted to ask you about how should I setup my Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2023. The rear shock factory preload is 5 clicks, I weight 78kg with gear 80kg. Should I add 1 click or maybe 2… For the front fork rebound and compression I have options for sport and comfort also standard which is somewhere in the middle of the 2. Also the rear shock rebound also is adjustable like the front for sport, standard and comfort. What do you recommend for those? Thanks in advance
Set sag at 30-35mm front and rear. Then set rebound in the middle of the range. Once you ride for 20 minutes, go to 25% and then 75% of the the range on the forks and shock simultaneously. Also assess fork and shock travel used after the ride to see if the bike is balanced with even travel front and rear.
@Dave Moss Tuning how r u dave?? Havent posted i a while just wondering if everything is ok with you sir... If you would like that i bet anyone over here and in the community would love for you to have some Live videos of some track days tunings or just casual stuff you know... could bet money that youre channel will skyrocket just by broadcasting you daily work routine... Also sir i would like to thank you for all the knowledge you actually saving lives sir, with all you have done over here regardless if you will continue to do more videos or not 🙏🙏 much appriciation sir all the best💪🏽💪🏽
Also sir would love for youre takes on different bikes like biej reviews or something like that for commuting or street riding the twisties... im sure any dealer would love to cooperate with you on rhat (;
@@catalystreactionsbw oh sorry to hear that dave, wish you all the best sir and if i may suggest cannabis at the right doses and right strain could be helpfull (takes a while fir the body to get used to it but with the right use for your body i truelly believe and know it can do only good..) .. used to care for my grandma for 4 years thats where the suggestion comes from... All the best sir 🙏💪🏽
I picked up nice Super tenere lot of fork dive under brake went heavy weight oil and added more oil much better also raised fork tubes up through triple clamp turns a bit quicker now for s big girl
Is wrong placement of my handlebars the cause of my upper back pain when riding between my shoulder blades?. Like a burning sensation? I found ya yesterday on YT and started watching your videos. Thank you for what you do from balmy Arizona😂
1. Reach is too far or too close on the bars - most likely too far as your shoulder blades are separating. 2. Have someone take a picture of you from the front to make sure you are centered, not necessarily the handlebar.
Which type of Grease is best for wheel bearing applications 1 Lithium red EP grease nlgi 3 2.methyl lithium red gel grease nlgi 2.5 Please specific details will help These are some options which I have in my area
Both show a dropping point of 350-400F. The Methyl version has a slightly higher dropping point based on the reading I did from here and probably is the better choice: www.freepatentsonline.com/4897210.html
Dave, I have a 2021 Yamaha mt07 with only 33 miles on it. I barely can tip toe on the bike. I would love to sit flat footed. I'm considering a lowering link for the rear and to cut the front fork spacers down, but not sure how much. I'm 5'8" 213 pounds. How much should I cut the front spacers? What oil should I use to refill the fork tube with? I don't do any wheelies, no off reading, and no stunt riding. I just want to cruise on my motorcycle and pick up girls😅. Thanks Dave
Thank you for your question. I would trim the spacer 10mm and use 400cc of 15w oil. I would set the forks with 20mm of fork showing above the upper triple clamp. Go to soupysperformance.com/ and lower the rear by 1". That should get you flat footed.
Do you have any experience with certain bikes being "allergic" to some tyre brands? I have fitted Dunlop Roadsmart 4 on my MTS1200 and the bike is crazy unstable at higher speeds,wants to initiate a wobble. On the Pirelli GTs that was unheard of.Everything remained the same inbetween tyre changes. My pressures are 2.4 bar front/2.6 rear and a 90kg rider.Suspension sag is correct with 52mm rider sag front and rear.
The allergy you refer to is geometry. There is no universal circumference for any one tyre size. Therefore, even switching between models within a tyre can create a massive impact on the chassis to create wobbles, braking instability and loss of braking power or sudden turn in. I have videos on this topic in the Contact Patch playlist.
Surgery for prostate removal (cancerous) was March 11th and life prior to that was very painful. Hoping to be filming again in a couple of weeks to push through this vs do what the doctor's say. Being 80lbs less than I used to be means my strength and stamina are low. Need to get those back.
Hi Dave as a 300lb guy (slowly dropping weight) is the standard suspension on an MT10 (non SP) something I can work with setting wise or will an upgrade be necessary?
i have cb 500 1994 assuming i want linear front spring what spring rate you sugest for me im 180 -190 lb in gear bike with full tank is 420 pounds +/- and it have weight distribution with rider on 45% front 55% rear they try sell me 6,79 however it was progresive one so it increase resist non liner as it compress deeper and depepr from some point but i think it be to soft woth linear one ,hyperpro feg have from 7 ,7,5,8 to 8,5 👍🏻 i though 8 be good or it beto stiff for ride on bad quality road ? i dont understand this rsting they say its 8 N /mm what mean with 122 kg at front when i seat on bike front should compress x9,81=1196 :8 = 149 mm and this bike have frontsuspension jump 120 mm max 🤷🏻♂️🤔 like what? ok x2 cos thers 2 spring so 75 mm after seat on bike defenitelly to much where sah shpuld be 30-35 mm with this rating is something not right or some other parts in front fork give resist what i know in regard to dynamic compresion but static? 🤷🏻♂️ assuming thers no other ststic resist than only spring and some very small friction inside fork than its probably kg/mm and not N whatever how it is what front fork spring rate ypu sugest fpr me i wonder ? or fuk this i take this progrsive one and whatever onlysnetup sag with preload caps or make biger/smaller inside spacer if required 👌🏻 now i ride on to soft withput preload front fork compress 60 mm whet i seat on bike so i put in fork more spacer now is 32 mm its progresive spring and actually not bad at high speed on bumpy road 👌🏻 but with such preolad setup with this spacer not perfect as stock bike is withput preload at all and it shpuld with stock spacer have good sag i quees 👌🏻or for spring rsting they count only driver weight divide be 2 and than it start to have sense in regsrd to at first place static sag cos then its 80kg:2 x9,81 :sag 30 mm let say = 13,08 :2 cos thers 2 spring = 6,5 around than 6,79 will fix good for me 🤔 yea probably they calculate those spring rate like this cos only than it have some sense e in regard to sag asf 👌🏻 whatever it is ,what spring rate ypu sugest for me ? 6,79 be good or not ? ☕️
@@catalystreactionsbw Hi Dave, I have Yamaha MT-07 2021y and I've noticed a problem with rear wheel. When riding on uneven surface or bumps rear wheel feels wobbly. Im 180cm ~ 6ft and 80kg~176lbs. What should I do?
dave, can you help me?? can you take a look in my last short video, my bike is woobling terrible, in turns and even in straight line, if not my stering damper i would-ve be sent into air hahaha, thanks man
@@catalystreactionsbw the bike is a RE continental gt 650 2024, is brand new, only 400miles on it... no setup yet, just how it comes from the factory, only thing ive changed is the steering damper for dont die haha
@@catalystreactionsbw the bike only have pre charge in rear shocks and front fork dont have anything, im buying a pre-charge cap for it, should i take a look in the oil? i live in Brazil... no good mechanics near here haha
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you are a pillar of the motorcycle community! i finally found a comfortable motorcycle that fits me and looks good and am using all of your videos to make it perfect. tuned the forks by watching your video, and am getting the ergonomics right by watching your tutorials on that as well. thank you for all you do.
i also wanted to mention that you made me laugh calling everyone out about sucking their guts in.
Thank you for watching and putting the information to good use.
Thanks Dave. Great video. It’s amazing that when we all drive a car we instinctively change the seat positioning, the reach and rake of the steering wheel, and the mirrors. Why? Because we were taught this. However, the exact same principles (apart from changing the mirrors) isn’t done by most riders to ensure everything is in the right place. 👍😎
Looking forward to future content. I am riding a 2012 Multistrada 1200 S with the electronic Ohlins. Such a great bike, you look like you have a stunning example on your hands - it looks nearly brand new!
I hope you're doing OK Dave! Sending good vibes from accross the globe.
I'm normally not a big fan of YT gurus but this has been very informative. Ive had numerous bikes in my life and so far my current bike, An early Yamaha TDM 850 has been the most comfortable for me. I had to do it all by trial and error and took a few years to finally get it right. If I had seen this video sooner, i could have done it in a few weeks! I had to change the bars to Renthal 756's in the end. Ive just come back from a 1200km ride weekender and after a shower and some "necessities,"I could have jumped on and done it all again. Subscribed to this channel to save myself time setting up my bikes for my type of riding. Thanks Dave! (From a Brit in Spain)
Thank you for subscribing and I appreciate your sincere thoughts on the content provided. I hope videos will indeed shortcut your time for R&D in the future.
Embrace the gut, never deny the gut.
Hope you're doing better Dave. Stay strong!
Thank you, yes - getting stronger every day with focus and commitment.
Thank you very much for sharing this valuable information 👍
Thank you for watching!
Love the dedication to detail. Lots of food for thought.
Thank you!
Wonderful, looking forward to upcoming series 🎉 Thank you so much for all
Dave moss is a guru can learn a lot from this gentleman
Dave lost some weight, goddamn....looking great, man! Eager to see this new adv project.
ref milling handlebars - I just file off the nipple on the brake / clutch clamps, then I can place them where I want on any bar. It does no harm and the clamping force is more than sufficient. I think those nipples are just for ease of assembly at the factory to ensure they all look the same and are not all over the shop, especially when Luigi has had too much wine at lunch on a friday afternoon...
You tuned my 2011 Multistrada S, at Ducati bike night in Little Italy, San Diego (got the compression to 2). Its tough with my height to tune ergonomics
Hi Dave. Really enjoyed your videos. Looking for more.
Twp
Thank you. I am glad you are enjoying them. I am recovering from cancer surgery and hope to be back in front of the camera in a couple of weeks.
Good luck with the recovery medicine has made great strides with cancer.
@@johnpublic168 Thank you!
Given the multistrada is on or off road capable, the slightly low brake handle is [for me anyway]... a tradeoff. If I am up on the pegs for any reason that necessarily demands that lower angle. Nothings free as they say, but having to reach up for the brake is doom: weak wrist position plus lost time, plus the chance of adding throttle.
Cant wait for more content on this bike, I currently have an 11 multi 1200s. I am planning on doing a track day on it come spring. Fresh tires this winter and replace leaking fork seal (both were recently done but one started leaking again 😢).
I had an absolute blast on it at the track in intermediate group once I got the chassis and suspension sorted. very little effot needed to get it around each lap.
@@catalystreactionsbw I'm planning on going to Barbers Motorsports park since it's in my backyard. Looking forward to finding the right suspension setup for it and dialing in it's onroad settings as well.
I ride a 2010 Multi "S" that I've had for years. I think I have it set up pretty good for myself but I am really looking forward to this video series to see if I should maybe tweak things a little. Thanks. (I'm now 75 and have 65K miles on the bike).
Excellent work with getting the chassi and suspension where you feel it is good. Look at tire wear and see if the leading edge of the tread is rounded down to see if rebound is incorrect (same applies to the front). The Contact Playlist will assist you on rebound damping.
Dave, do you mind shining your expertise on a situation I've got..? Watched probably 80-90% of all your videos + older, on the throttle episodes, but my bike seems off, or I'm missing something.. 🤔 1999 cbr900, 94,000km. Shock looks original from what I can tell online. I've opened up the rebound on the shock, because the back was coming up veery slowly. Compression is at 4/4. Preload is a ramp style, currently on the 3rd ramp out (was 1 ramp out, with no static). I'm 175lbs. The issue: I've got 40mm back sag currently with me on, but if I add more preload (back to 1 ramp out) I lose static sag on the back. With compression all in, should I look for a stiffer spring, or ticker oil (if serviceable)? Thanks! ❤ And if you have time for one more conundrum: forks are from a 2006 636. I've put comp and reb in the middle, but when I adjust the preload (nut below reb), the fork position moves inside the triple clamp.. Am I doing something wrong? I don't believe these shocks are missing preload... Sag in front is 20mm with me on, but I'm 10mm from bottom out (yes, I've marked it). Many many thanks. I hope you make new videos soon! P.s. Bike's behavior in turns can be seen in my last few videos.
Hi Stefan. Thanks for supporting my work. This fight with cancer needs my attention and diligence - I do not want to lose. Therefore I have to focus on myself. The CBR900RR shock can be rebuilt. Opening shock rebound makes sense as the oil will probably have the consistency of glue at that odometer reading. It appears the shock spring is too soft as you run out of static sag, BUT - have you checked shock travel used? There's a video on that. Forks are trapped in place by triple clamps so there is no way for the fork to change position in the triple clamps unless a bolt is loose. Adding or removing preload should lengthen (more) or shorten (less) the length of the forks.
Thanks for the useful content Dave.👍👍
Nice! Really. As owner of similar 1200s I'm waiting for next series.
Seems like bar comes with standard mount or riser installed?
Drilling additional material from bar could compromise it's strength. removing pin is better way.
This cool suspension may be upgraded with Ohlins ESU Mechatronic suspension upgrade unit 35000-03 _3
Like # 402 for the songs of these sausage creatures! Dave, what is your inseam? I see by FAQ stats the 1200S Duc seat height is listed at 33.5": is that seat adjustable? Hope your recovery is going well, and recommend a look into the Gerson Therapy approach to diet and the C recovery! Thank You for all your great works!
Thank you for your support! Inseam is 30 inches and I have to move to one side to get the ball of my left foot down. Seat is not adjustable for height. This is at 45mm of sag (static plus rider) and compression at 50% of the total range.
Very informative video thank you.
In my case, because I'm 5'9" 63kg (yamaha xt660z) , I figured it helps me to have the handlebars a little higher so I have smaller inputs from my skinny hands. Is this a correct thought or am I messing up my set up?
Golden tips👍 Thank you
Thank you for watching.
Love the mulitsrada lot of coin electronic suspension nice but any gremlins and u need pockets like a mine shaft
Hi Dave I really appreciate your videos they are amazing! I wanted to ask you about how should I setup my Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2023. The rear shock factory preload is 5 clicks, I weight 78kg with gear 80kg. Should I add 1 click or maybe 2… For the front fork rebound and compression I have options for sport and comfort also standard which is somewhere in the middle of the 2. Also the rear shock rebound also is adjustable like the front for sport, standard and comfort. What do you recommend for those? Thanks in advance
Set sag at 30-35mm front and rear. Then set rebound in the middle of the range. Once you ride for 20 minutes, go to 25% and then 75% of the the range on the forks and shock simultaneously. Also assess fork and shock travel used after the ride to see if the bike is balanced with even travel front and rear.
Great vid! What is the bike in the background? Is it a Kawasaki Ninja ABS 1000?
@Dave Moss Tuning how r u dave?? Havent posted i a while just wondering if everything is ok with you sir...
If you would like that i bet anyone over here and in the community would love for you to have some Live videos of some track days tunings or just casual stuff you know... could bet money that youre channel will skyrocket just by broadcasting you daily work routine...
Also sir i would like to thank you for all the knowledge you actually saving lives sir, with all you have done over here regardless if you will continue to do more videos or not 🙏🙏 much appriciation sir all the best💪🏽💪🏽
@CatalystReactionSBW
Also sir would love for youre takes on different bikes like biej reviews or something like that for commuting or street riding the twisties... im sure any dealer would love to cooperate with you on rhat (;
@@almogmazor1040 No dealer will give me a bike to test, nor will any manufacturer. I have been offline due to cancer and I am recovering.
@@catalystreactionsbw oh sorry to hear that dave, wish you all the best sir and if i may suggest cannabis at the right doses and right strain could be helpfull (takes a while fir the body to get used to it but with the right use for your body i truelly believe and know it can do only good..) .. used to care for my grandma for 4 years thats where the suggestion comes from...
All the best sir 🙏💪🏽
@@almogmazor1040 Thank you for your advice, much appreciated.
Are still there!!
I picked up nice Super tenere lot of fork dive under brake went heavy weight oil and added more oil much better also raised fork tubes up through triple clamp turns a bit quicker now for s big girl
Thank you for sharing what you did to help others!
Is wrong placement of my handlebars the cause of my upper back pain when riding between my shoulder blades?. Like a burning sensation? I found ya yesterday on YT and started watching your videos. Thank you for what you do from balmy Arizona😂
1. Reach is too far or too close on the bars - most likely too far as your shoulder blades are separating. 2. Have someone take a picture of you from the front to make sure you are centered, not necessarily the handlebar.
R.I.P Dave.🥺
I have sane bike with 37k kms. I am still not 100% keen on electronic suspension. Hope to see your thoughts on that.
I will be changing the fork and shock oil veery 8,000miles to make sure the suspension oil is optimal and does degrade too far.
Which type of Grease is best for wheel bearing applications
1 Lithium red EP grease nlgi 3
2.methyl lithium red gel grease nlgi 2.5
Please specific details will help These are some options which I have in my area
Both show a dropping point of 350-400F. The Methyl version has a slightly higher dropping point based on the reading I did from here and probably is the better choice: www.freepatentsonline.com/4897210.html
bacon grease...
Hey Dave thanks for the help . I have a new 2024 mt-07 I’m 175lb. What should I be cutting the spacers down too?
Cut the spacers 10mm shorter for your bike.
@@catalystreactionsbw your the real MVP thanks
Dave,
I have a 2021 Yamaha mt07 with only 33 miles on it. I barely can tip toe on the bike. I would love to sit flat footed. I'm considering a lowering link for the rear and to cut the front fork spacers down, but not sure how much. I'm 5'8" 213 pounds. How much should I cut the front spacers? What oil should I use to refill the fork tube with? I don't do any wheelies, no off reading, and no stunt riding. I just want to cruise on my motorcycle and pick up girls😅. Thanks Dave
Thank you for your question. I would trim the spacer 10mm and use 400cc of 15w oil. I would set the forks with 20mm of fork showing above the upper triple clamp. Go to soupysperformance.com/ and lower the rear by 1". That should get you flat footed.
Do you have any experience with certain bikes being "allergic" to some tyre brands? I have fitted Dunlop Roadsmart 4 on my MTS1200 and the bike is crazy unstable at higher speeds,wants to initiate a wobble. On the Pirelli GTs that was unheard of.Everything remained the same inbetween tyre changes. My pressures are 2.4 bar front/2.6 rear and a 90kg rider.Suspension sag is correct with 52mm rider sag front and rear.
The allergy you refer to is geometry. There is no universal circumference for any one tyre size. Therefore, even switching between models within a tyre can create a massive impact on the chassis to create wobbles, braking instability and loss of braking power or sudden turn in. I have videos on this topic in the Contact Patch playlist.
Did you try pushing the forks down in the triple clamps to eliminate the wobble/instability? A few mm can make a huge difference.
Come on Dave, -lease upload more Multistrada content, waiting not so patiently 😜
Surgery for prostate removal (cancerous) was March 11th and life prior to that was very painful. Hoping to be filming again in a couple of weeks to push through this vs do what the doctor's say. Being 80lbs less than I used to be means my strength and stamina are low. Need to get those back.
Wow, that is bad news, hope surgery went well! Take care, and get well soon! Video's can wait, when you are up to it we'll gladly see them coming!
@@catalystreactionsbwBest of luck with the recovery my friend. You are a motorcycle education treasure.
@@TheCvac That is very humbling and gracious, thank you!
Hi Dave as a 300lb guy (slowly dropping weight) is the standard suspension on an MT10 (non SP) something I can work with setting wise or will an upgrade be necessary?
You will likely need different springs. Check your race sag and your static sag, but likely the OEM springs are too soft.
Hi Dave. You lost your Facebook a count. Please advice if you have another one.
Thank you
Waiting on FB to restore my account post hack and if they will not restore it, I have to start from scratch.
what happened to your concours 14 love that bike did you like it ?
Loved it, still have it. Video project bikes come and go.....
Is it better to keep the grip parallel to ground or to the upper steering plate or something in between?
Parallel to the ground is priority as test #1. Then go slightly angled above and below and see what YOU feel is most comfortable.
i have cb 500 1994 assuming i want linear front spring what spring rate you sugest for me im 180 -190 lb in gear bike with full tank is 420 pounds +/- and it have weight distribution with rider on 45% front 55% rear they try sell me 6,79 however it was progresive one so it increase resist non liner as it compress deeper and depepr from some point but i think it be to soft woth linear one ,hyperpro feg have from 7 ,7,5,8 to 8,5 👍🏻 i though 8 be good or it beto stiff for ride on bad quality road ? i dont understand this rsting they say its 8 N /mm what mean with 122 kg at front when i seat on bike front should compress x9,81=1196 :8 = 149 mm and this bike have frontsuspension jump 120 mm max 🤷🏻♂️🤔 like what? ok x2 cos thers 2 spring so 75 mm after seat on bike defenitelly to much where sah shpuld be 30-35 mm with this rating is something not right or some other parts in front fork give resist what i know in regard to dynamic compresion but static? 🤷🏻♂️ assuming thers no other ststic resist than only spring and some very small friction inside fork than its probably kg/mm and not N whatever how it is what front fork spring rate ypu sugest fpr me i wonder ? or fuk this i take this progrsive one and whatever onlysnetup sag with preload caps or make biger/smaller inside spacer if required 👌🏻 now i ride on to soft withput preload front fork compress 60 mm whet i seat on bike so i put in fork more spacer now is 32 mm its progresive spring and actually not bad at high speed on bumpy road 👌🏻 but with such preolad setup with this spacer not perfect as stock bike is withput preload at all and it shpuld with stock spacer have good sag i quees 👌🏻or for spring rsting they count only driver weight divide be 2 and than it start to have sense in regsrd to at first place static sag cos then its 80kg:2 x9,81 :sag 30 mm let say = 13,08 :2 cos thers 2 spring = 6,5 around than 6,79 will fix good for me 🤔 yea probably they calculate those spring rate like this cos only than it have some sense e in regard to sag asf 👌🏻 whatever it is ,what spring rate ypu sugest for me ? 6,79 be good or not ? ☕️
If you have regularly bottomed the forks in the past, I would suggest you use 15w oil with the 78nm spring.
@@catalystreactionsbw Hi Dave, I have Yamaha MT-07 2021y and I've noticed a problem with rear wheel. When riding on uneven surface or bumps rear wheel feels wobbly. Im 180cm ~ 6ft and 80kg~176lbs. What should I do?
@@asaro5608 Cold pressure would be my first question followed by odometer reading to see if the shock needs to be replaced with aerviceable unit.
Where the hell is Dave?! Been like a year …
Struggling with Cancer and trying to beat it.
@@catalystreactionsbw damn, my bad. I’ll do my part 🙏
@@catalystreactionsbw Prayers for you brother, you'll beat this and get back to shredding tires!
@@BOB24502 Thank you!
dave, can you help me?? can you take a look in my last short video, my bike is woobling terrible, in turns and even in straight line, if not my stering damper i would-ve be sent into air hahaha, thanks man
Have you had the bike set up yet? How old is the fork and shock oil? Was rebound set with hot or cold oil?
@@catalystreactionsbw the bike is a RE continental gt 650 2024, is brand new, only 400miles on it... no setup yet, just how it comes from the factory, only thing ive changed is the steering damper for dont die haha
@@catalystreactionsbw the bike only have pre charge in rear shocks and front fork dont have anything, im buying a pre-charge cap for it, should i take a look in the oil? i live in Brazil... no good mechanics near here haha
@@catalystreactionsbw i just discover by the manual, the fork oil is 2,5w... LOL