Bike gets dropped off tomorrow with a shop that is setting up the suspension for my height, weight, and riding style. This will include a new rear spring, setting sag, re-valving the front forks, and a few other things.
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Thatguy
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I agree!
He said this particular bike is setup for a 165 lb rider from the factory. I'm 210 lbs with gear, so I can already see how this will benefit me.
Thatguy
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My 300 is by far my best set up bike that ive owned to date, my 500 is relatively stock in comparison. Swapped with a friend yesterday, his bike is sprung for his weight, but not valved for the terrain we rode (stock valving) I wanted to give his bike back immediately and he wouldnt give mine back, night and day difference. He is sending his suspension off as soon as he gets home.
I used to have a former AMA racer setup the suspension on my sport bikes. I remember how profound of a difference it made. That being said, the first thing I do with any bike I purchase is have the suspension professionally setup.
Just saw this thread - congrats on the KTM, Chris. Welcome to the “Bleed Orange” club. I ride the 1190 Adventure, and off road it quite a bit.
I flew to Oregon today. I'm going to go to the Honda dealer tomorrow and "try" to put a deposit on a Honda 300 Rally. Hopefully, full list price will be acceptable.
DropTopDon
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