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<blockquote data-quote="MajBach" data-source="post: 1295180" data-attributes="member: 27289"><p>That sounds like a great plan and I am all in to do it. I was a little hesitant when it was first mentioned as I figure it was a big job and didn't want to come acrossas someone bringing my bike to a social gathering just to save a few $$$. Actually, I would like to learn the mechanics to suspension.</p><p></p><p>But, I haven't really given this route serious thought for a few reasons - maybe you can shed some light on them:</p><p></p><p>- where can I buy a Penske shock outside of KFG or the local guy (or should I just go through one of them anyway?)</p><p></p><p>- what options are available when ordering an 8983? I heard somebody mention 'bango' something or other. I'll need a remote reservoir, yes? And an adapter kit? I also want the extra inch riding height. My understanding is Penske custom makes their shocks to meet rider and riding specifics. How do you determine these specific requirements, for example, the spring rate that would be required?</p><p></p><p>- I don't know what's involved in 'rebuilding' the forks, but, I would hazard a guess I would need to. There are valves, bushings springs and oil on OEM, yes? So, the options I have explored for my forks are: a local rebuild (minimal), dropping in 'valve kits' from either Traxxion, KFG or Sasquatch (which, as I understand it IS a rebuild because they are re-valved and get new springs. Springs are chosen just like with the shock, i.e. to meet rider specifics, but are the valves chosen specifically as well? In either case, I have no idea what I would require in terms of valves or springs. That is why, so far, I 've just been relying on the notion that these decisions will be made by the 'experts'. I've also considered the drop in cartridges such as AK20s but have deemed these to be beyond my price range and riding requirements.</p><p></p><p>- I have seen many posts on RaceTech components for the forks but have no idea what sets them apart from from say the valves kits and springs I would get from any other forum-recognized professional and therefore, would have no clue what I would need to order myself.</p><p></p><p>-finally, I work on a Coast Guard vessel and can be gone for extended periods. If the tech day in Auburn isnt't before May, there is likely only a 50/50 chance I can make it. Is there any more news on this?</p><p></p><p>thanks for all the input</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="MajBach, post: 1295180, member: 27289"] That sounds like a great plan and I am all in to do it. I was a little hesitant when it was first mentioned as I figure it was a big job and didn't want to come acrossas someone bringing my bike to a social gathering just to save a few $$$. Actually, I would like to learn the mechanics to suspension. But, I haven't really given this route serious thought for a few reasons - maybe you can shed some light on them: - where can I buy a Penske shock outside of KFG or the local guy (or should I just go through one of them anyway?) - what options are available when ordering an 8983? I heard somebody mention 'bango' something or other. I'll need a remote reservoir, yes? And an adapter kit? I also want the extra inch riding height. My understanding is Penske custom makes their shocks to meet rider and riding specifics. How do you determine these specific requirements, for example, the spring rate that would be required? - I don't know what's involved in 'rebuilding' the forks, but, I would hazard a guess I would need to. There are valves, bushings springs and oil on OEM, yes? So, the options I have explored for my forks are: a local rebuild (minimal), dropping in 'valve kits' from either Traxxion, KFG or Sasquatch (which, as I understand it IS a rebuild because they are re-valved and get new springs. Springs are chosen just like with the shock, i.e. to meet rider specifics, but are the valves chosen specifically as well? In either case, I have no idea what I would require in terms of valves or springs. That is why, so far, I 've just been relying on the notion that these decisions will be made by the 'experts'. I've also considered the drop in cartridges such as AK20s but have deemed these to be beyond my price range and riding requirements. - I have seen many posts on RaceTech components for the forks but have no idea what sets them apart from from say the valves kits and springs I would get from any other forum-recognized professional and therefore, would have no clue what I would need to order myself. -finally, I work on a Coast Guard vessel and can be gone for extended periods. If the tech day in Auburn isnt't before May, there is likely only a 50/50 chance I can make it. Is there any more news on this? thanks for all the input [/QUOTE]
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