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That's what I'm thinking. I probably know a little less than the next guy about suspension tunning, but after putting 1000 miles on a Vector I can't imagine someone having problems with the ride being too stiff. It's a cream puff IMO. Keep us posted on your progress. I remember you saying that your dealer pulled the skid and gave it a clean bill of health, but it sure sounds like something's binding.
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It is very possible you have a defective shock. Stock Yamaha shocks like these are generally Yamaha's biggest fault. May I sugest taking both shocks in the rear suspension off and send to Bruce for inspection and or revalving/replacement. Rest assured Bruce will not steer you wrong. My dealings with him have been extremely professional and Bruce actually suggested I not do certain things that he could have made money on. From my experience, Bruce is a stand up guy. Good luck.
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Shane said:undecided said:
It is very possible you have a defective shock. Stock Yamaha shocks like these are generally Yamaha's biggest fault. May I sugest taking both shocks in the rear suspension off and send to Bruce for inspection and or revalving/replacement. Rest assured Bruce will not steer you wrong. My dealings with him have been extremely professional and Bruce actually suggested I not do certain things that he could have made money on. From my experience, Bruce is a stand up guy. Good luck.
stooopid question....
whats the best way to take them off??
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Hey SKIDOZER & REAR2HIGH:
How did you guys mount your Ohlin? I'm finally installing the one I bought a few months ago...
It seems like the piggyback has to be mounted down. In this configuration, the clicker knob is almost impossible to access because the slide rail & bump stop are in the way.
Thanks, Greg
How did you guys mount your Ohlin? I'm finally installing the one I bought a few months ago...
It seems like the piggyback has to be mounted down. In this configuration, the clicker knob is almost impossible to access because the slide rail & bump stop are in the way.
Thanks, Greg
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this info is very valuable in my decision to either put an M10 in my Vector or dump the thing next year in favor of something else!
thanks garserio!!!
thanks garserio!!!
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garserio you have the shock mounted the correct way, and yes it is hard to adjust the clicker 
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MJ_SXR6 said:garserio you have the shock mounted the correct way, and yes it is hard to adjust the clicker
Thanks for the confirmation...
The only idea that I could come up with is to make a new knob that can be turned with a screwdriver or some other type of key. Then remove (or move) the anti-bottoming stoppers so that key/screwdriver could access the knob.
Maybe this adjustment issue is a good reason to consider the stock 2006 Nytro rear shock?
Buyer Beware...
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stooopid question....
whats the best way to take them off??[/quote]
No question is stupid my friend. We all have to learn somehow.
I have been around and wrenching on sleds my whole life, and i still learn TONS from other guys that may have found easier or better ways to accomplish the same job. What is stupid, is when we get blinders on and think we know everything.
It is easiest in my opinion to pull the rear skid out completely. Of all of Yamaha's rear skids, this is by far the easiest to remove and re-install. Good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Shane
stooopid question....
whats the best way to take them off??[/quote]
No question is stupid my friend. We all have to learn somehow.
I have been around and wrenching on sleds my whole life, and i still learn TONS from other guys that may have found easier or better ways to accomplish the same job. What is stupid, is when we get blinders on and think we know everything.It is easiest in my opinion to pull the rear skid out completely. Of all of Yamaha's rear skids, this is by far the easiest to remove and re-install. Good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Shane
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garserio said:
That is exactly what I thought when doing mine! :exc:
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Where have you guys placed your anti-bottoming stoppers after putting in the Ohlins shock?
rear2high
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Have mine mounted the same way, not real easy to adjust but can be. Hopefully get adjusted just right and forget about it.
SKIDOZER
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I mounted mine the same way,thats the only way it fits, i have my bottom stops opposite of garisaio so they contact later in the stroke,
I can turn the dial with no gloves but will be imposibe when iced up.
what about drilling a hole infront of screw on clicker and using a screwdriver?
Im still much happier with this shock and revalve its a whole new sled again I will find out more when the trails open here after deer season.
I can turn the dial with no gloves but will be imposibe when iced up.
what about drilling a hole infront of screw on clicker and using a screwdriver?
Im still much happier with this shock and revalve its a whole new sled again I will find out more when the trails open here after deer season.
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Maybee we should contact ohlins ,and have them give us a knob that sticks out farther, for $450 you should be able to acess it.
dont think a hole would work for screwdriver based on photo above to close to wheels
dont think a hole would work for screwdriver based on photo above to close to wheels
rear2high
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Shane, I have mine mounted in the front hole. Gives me the the right feal after the suspension squats a certain amount, almost like having heavier springs for the last half of travel.
