Need a heavier spring for my RT-X SE

[kkokko]

Hi guys,

I am looking for any advice or suggestions on how to make my rear suspension stiffer for my 2017 RT-X SE Sidewinder. I am about 290 lbs and have the rear springs on the highest setting and when I hit larger bumps it bottoms out or when the sled is hooking up well on the trail the rear suspension also collapses due to the torque of the sled. I have talked to my dealer and there is no factory "Heavy Spring" option coming out or in the works that he knows if. Searching online, I found one company that sells custom rear springs based on the weight of the rider, the company is called Hygear Suspension. Has anyone ever dealt with this problem and what did they do to correct it. Has anyone done any Business with Hygear on their custom springs and how did they work. Thanks in advance for any help. Kevan

 

[hibshman25]

I have adjuster blocks that have a 4th position that adds another 1/2" of prelaod.

 

[kkokko]

I have adjuster blocks that have a 4th position that adds another 1/2" of prelaod.

Thanks for the reply. Did it help quite a bit and where did you get the blocks from?

 

[ROCKERDAN]

Just wondering where you have tried setting your compression? I know 3 is barely usable, but I assume you tried 2?

At your weight, it seems like you will likely need more spring out back.

Dan