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wheatonFJR
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Re: front suspension'
I did the Racetech springs in my 15 and its made a HUGE difference. Now I'm thinking I may need to upgrade the rear.
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Re: front suspension'
I'll ask for this to be a sticky, but you should read my suspension matrix.
viewtopic.php?f=60&t=2373
Aftermarket springs in the forks, for your weight. Rear shock, a Gen3 shock is reasonably cheap and better sprung than previous Gens. Aggressive riders will perhaps want an aftermarket shock.
viewtopic.php?f=60&t=2373
Aftermarket springs in the forks, for your weight. Rear shock, a Gen3 shock is reasonably cheap and better sprung than previous Gens. Aggressive riders will perhaps want an aftermarket shock.
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Re: front suspension'
I wouldn't label myself as an aggressive rider, but I'm no slouch, am of larger proportions, and have quite a playground at my disposal. Maybe just need the correct settings dialed in...
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Re: front suspension'
I'm running a set of Traxxion front springs in mine. I'm thinking of upgrading to a penske or ohlins rear shock after the stock shock gets more miles on it.
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Re: front suspension'
The Gen 3 is surprisingly good. However, if you are a big boy, and ride hard, then aftermarket might be the route to go. I don't ride very hard most of the time, but I will likely go aftermarket. My stock Gen 3 is still sufficient at 25k miles. My 04 was soft and toast at 16k miles.
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