Suspension Setup

[BugR]

I am picking up my new FJR is saturday.

Any recommendations on basic suspension settings, (Solo, bags but no luggage) for a 220 lb (with gear) rider.

I like the bike to be set up slightly on the firm side.

Thanks in advance

BugR

 

[JohnBryer]

Get ready to drop nearly $1K on a real suspension in the near future!

 

[BugR]

I know have done that with all my bikes

Just wanted something cause I know the dealer is going to set it up like a hippo.

BugR

 

[Pending]

stock suspension, with your weight, & you want it on the firm side, try Front Fork:

Spring Preload: 2 lines showing

Rebound Damping: 4 clicks out from full stiff

Compression Damping: 7 clicks out from full stiff

Rear:

Spring Preload: Hard position

Rebound damping: 3 clicks out from full stiff

 

[Woodstock]

For a lighter rider, dial it looser all around? (or just preload)?

 

[f1fan]

I used the same settings that Pending posted and I am ~210 lbs. I like those settings a lot and would try that first. You can always drop more money to get a new shock later. I also have a Superbrace fork brace installed and that just makes the front end work even better. Nice and solid in the turns.