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  Definition of preload, rebound and compression
Posted by: 1997f3 - 06-15-2011, 09:59 PM - Forum: Help and How To - Replies (7)

Thought this might help some out. It did me. <br />
I took this off of r6-forum<br />
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<font color="red">PRELOAD</font><br />
This adjustment is always found on the top of the forks. Clockwise increases preload, counter clockwise decreases it. The adjusters are usually integrated into the fork cap and are sometimes differentiated by color. The preload adjuster may have adjustment lines machined into it so that you can compare to check that they are even. <br />
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Preload is initially used when setting SAG. Preload can be added if the rider experiences the forks “diving” under hard braking. A more accurate way of assessing “dive” is to attach a thin zip tie on the slider tube (make sure that it slides easily but is not sloppy), or place an appropriately sized rubber “o” ring on the tube that slides into the fork leg (this will require one fork being removed). The zip tie/O-ring will allow you to see how much of the fork travel you are using. If the zip tie/O-ring is firmly against the dust scraper or axle casting, then the fork is bottoming out. In that case you need to add more preload, and then check the zip tie/O-ring again. If the zip tie/O-ring rests 5mm prior to the dust scraper or axle casting, this indicates that you are using almost all of the available travel. <br />
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<font color="red">REBOUND</font><br />
The rebound adjuster is usually located in the center of the preload adjuster, and commonly requires a flat head screwdriver to be used for making adjustments (there are exceptions like Ohlins which require Allen wrenches). Sometimes the adjustments are measured in “clicks”, other times in degrees of turn. Usually OEM settings are in the middle of adjustment.<br />
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Firstly turn the rebound adjusters all the way in on both forks and write down how many turns/clicks there were. Then take the rebound adjustment all the way out on both forks so that you know how much total adjustment there is. With the adjustment all the way out, hold the front brake on to lock the wheel and then push down vigorously on the forks. As the forks begin their upstroke, let them move naturally and observe the action of the fork. The stroke may come back and then return into the downward motion once more, and may even return again on the upstroke (do not let go of the front brake while doing this!!). <br />
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Then adjust the rebound all the way in on both forks, repeat the pumping action with the front brake fully engaged and observe the difference in the range of motion –the forks will rise back up slowly. What you are trying to achieve is the fork rising back almost to the top of the first rebound stroke and staying there. You will need to work the adjusters so that they are always the same on both legs until you have the rebound action set correctly.<br />
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<font color="red">COMPRESSION</font><br />
These adjusters are usually found on the underside of the fork or close to the brake calipers at the bottom of the fork facing the rider. They commonly require a flat head screwdriver to be used for making adjustments (there are exceptions like Ohlins which require Allen wrenches). Sometimes the adjustments are measured in “clicks”, other times in degrees of turn. Usually OEM settings are in the middle of adjustment.<br />
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Firstly turn the compression adjusters all the way in on both forks and write down how many turns/clicks there were. Then take the compression adjustment all the way out on both forks so that you know how much total adjustment there is. With the adjustment all the way out, hold the front brake on to lock the wheel and then push down vigorously on the forks. You will be able to feel the way in which the forks move through the downward/compression stroke, which will be fairly easily (do not let go of the front brake while doing this!!). <br />
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Then adjust the compression all the way in on both forks, repeat the pumping action with the front brake fully engaged and observe/feel the difference in the range of motion –the forks will compress more quickly and will not travel as far on the compression stroke up. What you are trying to achieve is the compression stroke allowing the fork to move without restricting the amount of travel in the fork, which causes the sensation of “packing”. You will need to work the adjusters so that they are always the same on both legs until you have the compression action set correctly.<br />
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NOTE: compression adjustment is very subjective compared to the rebound adjustment that is very easy to see. It takes a lot more feel when making adjustments, which will take time to acquire.<br />
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Also note that compression can be used in tandem with preload adjustment to help prevent the forks bottoming out. This is not the right solution to the bottoming issue, but one that helps in the interim.

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  afs/xdl nashville video???
Posted by: !!A2K!! - 06-15-2011, 05:41 PM - Forum: Stunt Discussion - Replies (19)

<img src="images/legacy/smilies/shruggs.gif" border="0" alt="" title="Shruggs" class="inlineimg" /><img src="images/legacy/smilies/shruggs.gif" border="0" alt="" title="Shruggs" class="inlineimg" />

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  heading to VA for the huge lot sesh August 5-7
Posted by: ADBZ Matt - 06-15-2011, 02:14 PM - Forum: Adrenaline Boyz - Replies (1)

Im taking my popup camper, who wants to roll with me? Flowers, Niner, Carter? Ive ridden this lot before! its huge and has some real good spots to ride (after a good sweeping)<br />
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Sounds like its gonna get pretty wild... Guys weekend for sure.. gonna leave the women and kid at home... <br />
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Mark your calendars!!<br />
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-Matt

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  Progress video
Posted by: Buffalo - 06-14-2011, 06:29 PM - Forum: Videos and Reviews - Replies (15)

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  Fargo
Posted by: *Gswitch33 - 06-14-2011, 05:08 PM - Forum: Midwest - Replies (5)

Are me and Kevin the only ones in Fargo???

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  Anyone Wana ride in stroudsburg pa
Posted by: ltz400rida1290 - 06-14-2011, 02:39 PM - Forum: 50 stunts - Replies (9)

Hey guys need some riders to ride with and get better and have fun if ur close post here

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  Sick side mount zero degree 50mm WTT or sell
Posted by: nj636 - 06-14-2011, 10:54 AM - Forum: For Sale - Parts/Accessories - Replies (16)

trade for 7 degree 50mm side mounts or sell for $150 shipped comes with uncut tubes<br />
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  Jesse Toler 1140 ft Endo XDL Nashville
Posted by: ROWDY - 06-13-2011, 08:08 PM - Forum: Videos and Reviews - Replies (19)

This was Practice at Nashville. He rolled 964 during the comp, in the dark. <br />
AM Stoppie School 4 Life<img src="images/legacy/smilies/rockwoot.gif" border="0" alt="" title="YEAH" class="inlineimg" /><br />
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  AM Stoppie School Stickers
Posted by: ROWDY - 06-13-2011, 06:43 PM - Forum: Anger Management - Replies (17)

Who wants to earn one? <img src="images/legacy/smilies/rockwoot.gif" border="0" alt="" title="YEAH" class="inlineimg" /><br />
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  Go pro HELP!!!!!!
Posted by: slidewayz89 - 06-12-2011, 04:10 AM - Forum: Photography / Videography / Gadgets - Replies (3)

Okay well im not very techngically advanced lol so im having issues i have been recording and taking pictures with this go pro and i took all the pictures off of it went through em and deleted what i didnt want, well the videos would not delete in the &quot; view pictures in windows media player&quot; but the pictures would so i went through and read the manual on it and there was an ALL part of if which means &quot; to delete all files on the card and format&quot; i assumed that is what i was supposed to do so i followed the instructions and deleted and formated the card, guess that is not what i was supposed to do cause now the damn thing when i turn it on the red light is blinking and it wont let me switch modes or do anything like before, and when i say before i mean an hour ago in which 57 minutes ago i did the &quot;delete and format&quot; so i know its not the camara itself what can I do or has anyone else experienced this???? thanks and let me know.

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