Suspension Technologies
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Suspension Technologies
I was looking at getting ohlins fork cartridges but then I came across the Suspension Technologies fork cartridge. Does anyone have experience with these? I like that they are low pressure gas charged so my thoughts is that they will not have the valving exposed to the fork oil that gets contaminated during use. I was wondering how they ride.
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I cannot help you on that brand. Actually never heard of them. But I have been researching and plan to update my front end this fall. I run Pro-Action rear shocks and are very pleased. I called George at Pro-Action yesterday and discussed the fork kit. I would recommend you consider them. Call George and discuss it with him. If I try to explain it I get something wrong. His knowledge of suspension is incredible as he has been doing it a long time.
Good luck
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Sorry I have two threads going on about front cartridge forks. I need to clarify that the word "plush" isn't the correct word. I am looking for a front end that keeps the wheel on the ground over sharp edge bumps like expansion joints. The front on my bike kind of skips across these and just has a very unsettled feel. I also do want it to provide a ride that is smooth not jarring. I currently have a set of Pro-action piggy back shocks in the rear. It has taken me a while to find the "sweet spot" with these but I think I finely found it. This past week the small adjustments I made to preload and slow speed compression has provided me a ride that is smooth with no jar feeling. I am now VERY happy with the ride from the rear of my bike and just want to find a great front suspension to go with it.
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I have both the Suspension Technologies cartridge and shocks 1 inch sorter...best money I ever spent.
No more sharp hit on expansion joints...front end doesn't dive under hard braking, and I can almost flat foot when stopped.
For the price they are tough to beat. lifetime warranty and Mike will answer any question you have when you need help.
Great product.
Ken
No more sharp hit on expansion joints...front end doesn't dive under hard braking, and I can almost flat foot when stopped.
For the price they are tough to beat. lifetime warranty and Mike will answer any question you have when you need help.
Great product.
Ken
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I have both their rear shocks and front cartridges. I went with 1" lower on both sets and could not be happier. I feel like the bike is on rails through turns and I no longer have the butt clench of death when I come to rail road crossing. I can only compare to stock and say it was the best investment I made on the bike so far.
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@y22c Did you do the cartridges yourself or have a shop do them? I've got a set of these coming and plan on doing it myself, but want to make sure I do it right by replacing all the seals and O rings, etc...
I watched a video on ST doing the replacement and can't remember what they said. I'll probably just give them a call. Thanks.
I watched a video on ST doing the replacement and can't remember what they said. I'll probably just give them a call. Thanks.
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From: Tryon, NC Cape Vincent NY
@y22c Did you do the cartridges yourself or have a shop do them? I've got a set of these coming and plan on doing it myself, but want to make sure I do it right by replacing all the seals and O rings, etc...
I watched a video on ST doing the replacement and can't remember what they said. I'll probably just give them a call. Thanks.
I watched a video on ST doing the replacement and can't remember what they said. I'll probably just give them a call. Thanks.
Talking to Mike, he mentioned about 14 and up being easier to install...my bike is a 12
That would be very convenient. That's good to hear. Mine is a 16. Thanks!
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