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when do i really know what good susp is like
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[QUOTE="kevin5758, post: 658178, member: 40341"] The first question was a good one. "When do I really know what good suspension is like?" After riding and tuning for several years, that question has crossed my mind several times. Here's a typical scenero. You try something new, and compared to the previous settings you may think it's great. The next time you ride at the same track, it doesn't feel as good. (that happens all the time) Then you ride a buddies and it feels different and good in other areas. (probably bad in yet another area) So, as someone stated, it's all a trade off. I think you will know when it's good when you can ride hard and aggressive and the bike doesn't kick, swap, bounce or do anything it's not supposed to. It should also feel plush, judging by whatever standards you use to determine plushness. For plushness I go for this feel when riding: It should feel firm initially, where I can feel it absorbing bumps upon first contact. (not stiff at this point) Then, no matter what size bump you hit, it should absorb it and feel like it could have taken a bit more. When you get kicking, swapping, harshness, compression spikes etc is when you know it probably NOT right. Here is an area where you can read read about changes others have made to their valving. You may find it informative. [url]http://www.shimprogram.com/major_disclaimer.htm[/url] [/QUOTE]
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