DocShadow wrote:
I'm with Curt on the air ride. I've notice a slight instability if yoo're running at partial fill. At first I thought I was imagining things but I've been paying careful attention when I'm riding and at what height.
The most stabile ride occurs when the shock if fully loaded + some. If you ride at half height the ride is soft .. OK for in town but way to mushy and unstable on the highway.
Doc
I agree with you Doc. Most wouldn't ride 1/2 full on the highway. It's way too soft and bouncy. But, that's the way it works and it depends on common sense, right?
The ride characteristics are perfect at a stock ride height for me(120LB +-). Most would be happy at any rebound rate when fully filled. Depends on the weight of the rider(s), bags, trunk, cargo, etc.. Everybody is going to be different in that respect. And, it looks really cool sitting in a parking lot slammed to the ground.
But, riding soft and bouncy in-between doesn't make too much sense unless you're doing a straight, smooth stretch through downtown in front of the ladies...
Tricky isn't here to defend (which he probably would have). Personally, if I lose control of my bike(God help me), I won't be blaming my mods. I chose to do them. And, if I didn't take the time to learn to handle the bike with them on, then it's my fault. Right?
Rich
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