big red

I AM NOT A EXPERT...I have the same bike and I've heard that the "sag" is 1/3 of the travel of the suspension. I don't know how much you weigh ?? Rear end stiff ??? Check how much the rear spring is "turned down". Good luck, Jim

Who has a referal for rebuilding a Showa rear shock in the Mid-south-west U.S.A. Phoenix, AZ. Must be GOOD. Thanks Jim

Hello everyone, first thank you for all of your knowledge regarding this bike. I'm new to the sport (although I've been riding motorcycles for 28 years) and reading your posts have help greatly. I'm alittle on the large side ( 6'6" 275 lbs) and I'm putting the bigger TSP spring on the rear shock. However, dispite the fact that I hear great things about the Showa front fork, I would think that I would have to beef up the front forks to? (to keep the sag adjustment correct) I know that a plush suspension is what is desired. I also know that a heavier fork oil can help. And what is the best setting in regards to the round lines on the top of the fork ? Thank you for your input. Jim

I just bought a 2001 Montesa 315 R and I to am a novice. I'm a Honda guy, so the choice was easy. I LOVE making bikes LOOK good, however, I don't like working on them just to keep them running (that is not a hit on the other bike, I know nothing about them). My bike is in near mint condition and RUNS GREAT. I hear that the resale value is greatest on the Montesa ? Honda has something to do with that. I vote: ... Montesa. Just my 2 cents. Good luck. Jim