After stopping from a ride I went to inspect the bike and noticed that my shock reservoir was very, very warm almost hot. I then checked my friends 01CR250 and his was barely warm. Now my bike (1990 RMX 250) is definitely set up softer and so the movement of my rear end is greater but is that normal. I do understand that as oil passes through valves the friction creates heat but it seemed a little excessive. I wonder if it is a symptom of a problem with the shock? We were riding at a fast pace but not jumping, it was all sand with the occasional sandy whoops throughout.
Any thoughts on this please - thanks.
Any thoughts on this please - thanks.