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Old Jul 29, 2003 | 10:03 PM
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I want to make my fronts a little stiffer. How can this be done simply and correctly? Like a fool I somehow lost my adjustment tool, probably by throwing it out w/ the box. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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Old Jul 29, 2003 | 11:02 PM
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It's not clear which kind you have? Mine have a C-clip. You just compress the spring (a spring tool is nice, but you can do it with zip ties if necessary), then move the clip up or down.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2003 | 08:51 PM
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Honestly i haven't looked at them yet or even ridden them on dirt. Just wanted to check up. Didn't know it was that simple. The spring compression tool is probably what I lost. Thanks.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2003 | 10:21 PM
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If you don't have a tool, have someone heavy stand on the front bumper. While the springs are compressed, put several big strong zip ties on the springs to keep them compressed--be careful!! This relieves the tension on the adjuster. Move the clip up or down, then cut the zip ties and check you ride height.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2003 | 10:23 PM
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how much of a difference are your works over the stock shocks? Would you say it was well worth it?
 
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 08:36 AM
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I have works fronts and they are deffinatly worth the money...I haven't run elkas or anything else but for 329 on ebay you can't beat them.
 
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Old Aug 15, 2003 | 04:22 PM
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So far I've only ridden it in the sand. And compared to last year on the stock shocks, it was a huge difference. The ride was smoother overall, track straighter through whoops, and improved cornering tremendously. Anxiously awaiting my new rear shock and a dry motox track.
 
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Old Aug 17, 2003 | 07:57 PM
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I have works triple rates on my 250r. I had them valved for a 230lb rider. I am now down to about 190. I know works doesnt adjust to exact weight; they adjust have ranges. I am wondering if I am still in the correct range or if I should have them revalved? Thanks.
 
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