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Old Apr 22, 2026 | 07:50 PM
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If your running Proaction shocks how many clicks from full closed (clockwise) are you running your bypass screw?
 
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2, it’s what George told me to do.
 
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From full clockwise or counter clockwise
 
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2 clicks from the left.
 
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Originally Posted by Drtumolo
If your running Proaction shocks how many clicks from full closed (clockwise) are you running your bypass screw?
I've always set mine from fully open as that is how George sets them up
My clutch side is at 0
My throttle side is at 4 clicks closed

George explained to me that if you have the bypass too far open you will blow past the first stage of the compression valving, resulting in a harsher ride, ditto if you don't have enough preload, you'll be sitting too far down the stroke for the first stage to be affective
 
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If your running Proaction shocks how many clicks from full closed (clockwise) are you running your bypass screw?
You really should call them. They are more than happy to direct you through as each rider is different.
 
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Call George or DJ. They are super guys and will walk you through the proper setup for you and your bike.

No to are the same.

 
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I emailed George and he set me up. Thanks.
 
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Originally Posted by Candubrain
I've always set mine from fully open as that is how George sets them up
My clutch side is at 0
My throttle side is at 4 clicks closed

George explained to me that if you have the bypass too far open you will blow past the first stage of the compression valving, resulting in a harsher ride, ditto if you don't have enough preload, you'll be sitting too far down the stroke for the first stage to be affective
I'm pretty sure thats how he had me set mine up too.
 
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My Pro-action shocks are some of the first piggy back shocks George and DJ put together. I have the free bleeds at 4 clicks from full counter clockwise, fast compression at 3 clicks from full counter clockwise and the slow compassion also at 3 clicks from full counter clockwise. I have sag set at 3/4". The shocks fully extended are 12.25"
 
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