keithaba
Well-known member
I recently purchased a used wilburs shock that has an upgraged spring on.
The spring was upgraded as the previous owner felt the original from wilburs was undersprung, some of you were part of that saga.
My question is, it was set up for a rider that weighs 230lb + gear + luggage. I weigh 165, and rarely carry any luggage.
What ramifications am I looking at here? It is a 640 with adjustable preload, so I figured I could just dial down the pre-load a lot.
I don't know much about suspension, so I figured someone who is more knowledgable may be able to provide insight as to weather this will actually have any adverse effects on handling since the spring will be very stiff. Or am I just looking at a rough ride, but improved handling???
The spring was upgraded as the previous owner felt the original from wilburs was undersprung, some of you were part of that saga.
My question is, it was set up for a rider that weighs 230lb + gear + luggage. I weigh 165, and rarely carry any luggage.
What ramifications am I looking at here? It is a 640 with adjustable preload, so I figured I could just dial down the pre-load a lot.
I don't know much about suspension, so I figured someone who is more knowledgable may be able to provide insight as to weather this will actually have any adverse effects on handling since the spring will be very stiff. Or am I just looking at a rough ride, but improved handling???
) I'd try that combo and back the preload way down to start. That stiffer spring may suit your riding style better that a softer one. If you find that it is too stiff, then send it back for a softer spring.
