There is a set of +2 Laeger arms for sale right now in the classifieds, I suggest you get them ASAP!

 

Hey Raychalp,
I have a question regarding shocks for TT/flattrack racing. What shock setup would work to find traction both off the line and out of turns? Any help would be appreciated.

CT250R

 

For the TT it'd be hard to beat Works Stadium Series or PEP ZPS. The way they acheave ZPS causes them to not want to roll into corners. You could also call Todd at TCS and talk to him about setting up some SAG CONTROLL shocks up for TT, but i can't recommend it cuz i haven't seen them used like that. I ride at the local dunes with florida's #1 amiture tt rider and he uses the works. (thought he is thinking of upgrading)

Mr_400eX.

 

Well, I don't know too much about flattracking but I will share what little knowledge that I have on the subject. First of all, if you are strictly running TT with your bike, you need to get a link less swingarm(that is if you want ultimate traction) that is about 3 inches shorter than stock. The reason for this is that it takes away the progressive action of the link which is what makes the bike sag down in the rear under acceleration. Even with ZPS or SCS shocks you will have that problem if you are using a linkage rear end. The absence of the link help prevent the compression of the rear shock a little better so that you will get more traction. Next, you want to get shocks that are specifically setup for TT. That means that they are about 1 inch shorter than normal, and I am guessing that they would be setup relatively stiff in the valving, so as not to compress under the power of acceleration. Works or PEP would probably make the best TT shock because of their valving/spring combinations. If you use your bike for more than just TT, then you would probably have to go with a Lonestar Dual mount swingarm. It allows the use of a linkless shock and a linkage shock. However, as I said earlier, a TT swingarm needs to be very short. Your best bet would be to call Baldwin or Nacs and see what they do for Tim Farr and Doug Gust's TT bikes. They will know more about it than me(obviously) and they will guide in the direction of the products you need. Be prepared to wait though if you decide to go with the PEP stuff, there is a terrible wait right now. Hope this helps, if not, give me some more specifics on your current setup, what type of riding you do most and your budget and I can probably give you a little more guidance.

 

i have a 400ex with works triple rate fronts with rezzies. i run the stock rear. i weigh 195 without gear. I race hare scrambles. Any setup tips would be appreciated. Thanks Matt