Stock shock on monoshock suspension!

[Iron Doctor]

I really hate sounding like the dummy here but I was looking at the chart for the suspension setups on the monoshock systems... and it eludes to three different clips for rear spring preload (136" KYB). Whilst talking to a service tech, he informed me that it is not three different clips but different positions for the clip. When I removed my shock I could not for the life of me see three different positions. Could someone explain maybe in slow big writing for the seemingly stupid? Maybe a picture would help...couldn't find one on the net anywhere.

 

[mbw919]

There are three different grooves for a clip underneath the spring preload ramp adjuster. It gives you three ranges of adjustment. The spring needs to be compressed to change the clip position. I did something similar to ReX in this post:

http://www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=34671

I needed to install the clip in the second position for my weight. Here's the post:

http://www.ty4stroke.com/viewtopic.php?t=38479

Hope this helps.

Martin

 

[apltx08]

You have to check your SAG 1st then determine if your actual spring is the right 1 or not, with proper sag, cam adjustment (1 to 7) and "C" clip settings (1-2-3 position) your spring shouldn't compress anymore than 10.4" of installed lenght or it will BIND and cause serious damage! I highly reccomend you get your shock serviced and revalved to your riding weight and style...when was your shock service the last time and how much milage do you have on it...it should be done every 5000kms/3000miles as a rule of thumb and depending on how hard its riden, don't forget a MONO suspension only has 1 shock doing all the work! here's instructions on how to check your SAG...

1st pic is how to set your SAG...very important.

2nd pic is your 3 "C" clip locations on your shock, you must remove it and take it apart in order to do this adjustment.

 

[Iron Doctor]

Thanks guys that helps a lot. Appreciate it.