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Should I Re-Spring My Bike (I'm 300 Lbs)


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Hey guys I have a 2004 2.9 with stock springs.

I'm a bigger dude at 6'4 and pretty heavy at 300lbs way way over normal skinny euro guy weight.

The more I learn/ride the more I realize how important timing is and using

the suspension to help make things happen.

Back when I rode motocross it was pretty easy to get my suspension done because the

suspension shops knew how to set the bike up for guys like me.

No one knows crap about trails bikes here or how to set them up, esp for a 300 pounder.

Is this something that would be of use to me and if so any suggestions on how to go about it?

I ride for fun but I don't mind spending money to have my bike match my body as

much as possible.I expect to stay at this for many more years and would like to get my bike matched for me

any suggestions on where to start?

Tnx

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GOOD LUCK FINDING A HEAVY SPRING FOR THAT SHOCK, as there were few around even ten years ago.

I cannot recall if that is an Olle or Sachs shock on that year.

At your given weight a +20% spring would be what I would suggest. And the things can be special made for a price, yet one must stay within clearances that will fit the bike and the wire diameter, ID and OD are considerations as length is limited and too much preload a no-no.

A new shock from something like Ohlins is not cheap, and even then spring selection is limited, figure $600 + with the upside being they can be modded and overhauled to fit later bikes for a price.

Right not I might suggest you take your static sag to zero(weight of bike on wheels) on rear and consider going to 7.5 wt in the forks, being sure your air caps are sealing well with fresh US(non metric) thicker O-rings and possibly add 10ml or so to the standard 330 ml to reduce headspace.

My thoughts,

Just ride it! MC

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What is the standard spring weight for a 2012 sherco? I am also on the larger side, 265. Should I be looking for a heavier spring as well?

Probably recommended to get the steering angle back where it needs to be, as the more the rear sags the more the fork angle rakes out like a chopper! Not the best on sharp corners!

"12 2.9 would have the Olle R16V shock and I think I seen where Splatshop had a heavy spring for them. Email Chris at sales@splatshop.co.uk and pick his b-r-a-n-e!

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Probably recommended to get the steering angle back where it needs to be, as the more the rear sags the more the fork angle rakes out like a chopper! Not the best on sharp corners!

"12 2.9 would have the Olle R16V shock and I think I seen where Splatshop had a heavy spring for them. Email Chris at sales@splatshop.co.uk and pick his b-r-a-n-e!

I emailed him to see what he thinks. I ride the lower class, so I am not doing any big splatters or anything. I was just wondering if it would be better on my bike to have the heavier spring. Looks as though its not that much of an investment if it would be beneficial.

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Had an awesome time riding with Biff and the a few others from WGASA club last weekend!

A few little tips right off the bat helped me a bunch, lever position, clutch engagement point, bending the knees, letting the bike move around you

and some other stuff, it all adds up.

Very glad to get the chance to get some input on my technique (of lack of it) so I can correct and move on in a better direction.

I about puked up a lung or 5 before we were done, I knew I was outta shape but damn...

I need to lose about 40 lbs for sure this weekend kinda nailed that idea shut for me so sure that will help.

I still feel like the suspension could help me but it kinda became apparent to me that if you do things the right way

you don't need it as much as I thought.

I was feeling pretty crappy about not being able to hop yet and was wondering if maybe it was my bike holding me back.

I guess that is not as easy as all you experienced folks make it look to be.

Was a great time for sure, excited to get back again.

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