RIKMAN
Expert
The front shock bottoms out as it compresses from top and bottom from the links giving only 2/3 of swing arm motion. In other words, when shock is fully compressed, swing arm is hanging 3 to 4 inches from the bump stops on rails. Will give feedback soon....Sno-Xr said:
mach9
TY 4 Stroke Master
Sno-Xr said:
I just checked the OEM lower shock mount link movement.
I took the spring off and watched as I pushed down on the front arm until it fully bottomed out on the rubber dampers. Yes the lower shock link dose move forward or up into the stroke just a little bit right near the end of the stroke as it nears bottoming out.
Cheers
mach9
TY 4 Stroke Master
Just thought it was worth saying...
I was in touch with star suspension via email.
Answered all of my questions and with professional reply.
I was in touch with star suspension via email.
Answered all of my questions and with professional reply.
raptordan
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I ordered their 128 kit for my nytro shortie.Came by mail witin 2 days thats pretty good in my books and they do speak English.They have started to change their website due to alot of interest from us.
mnman309
Expert
raptordan said:
Please let me know how the ride/handling is after you install it. I am on the fence on ordering this kit too!
nicgagnon
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Hey guys, someone have some reviews of the Star Suspension XTX kit?
RIKMAN
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Little update on the XTX kit,
I've put around 100 miles on it and it's all worth it.
Transfert is awesome,
Feels plush in the studders,
It rides higher in the travel,
Eats up the big bumps,
Better overall ride quality.
This is how the xtx suspension supposed to feel.
Well worth the 299.00$
Love it
I've put around 100 miles on it and it's all worth it.
Transfert is awesome,
Feels plush in the studders,
It rides higher in the travel,
Eats up the big bumps,
Better overall ride quality.
This is how the xtx suspension supposed to feel.
Well worth the 299.00$
Love it
mnman309
Expert
I installed the 128 kit w/ Cobra track in my 08 RTX, will be testing it out in Michigan next weekend as there is no snow in MN.
canoehead
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Smelter said:
Nope! About half even with the Hygear spacers.
nicgagnon
Extreme
XTX kit rocks! You should install it. Amazing!
LSXM3
Expert
MNMAN309 where are you going in MI? i was thinking of heading somewhere this weekend/?
mnman309
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Going to the UP, staying in Rockland. I would have ya ride along but the truck is full- 5 guys, 4place trailer with 5 sleds.
snowmaaan
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For those with it in an XTX, does your rear skid come back to "sitting" height (no weight on seat) once you get up? I just installed mine and when I compress the rear, it stay REALLY LOW (3-4 inches lower than stock). I assume my rear shock needs a charge...but I have heard that the rear shock is only compression and no rebound.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
ttt...
berge75
Expert
Your adjusters have nothing to do with ride hieght. The springs hold the sled up. The stock springs are too soft and don't have enough preload to return the sled to proper ride height.Also, the rate is too soft, and causes the rear to bottom on G outs. I have been setting up the xtx's with one apex moutain spring (1500#),and one stock(11oo#) with hygear spacers, and having excellent results.
