On a 1988 LT500, Would any one Know the Stock Coil Rate???
I only weight about 165lb plus Gear. I Have Losen the coil all the way, Got the shock
rebuilt, change all Bearings and Seal, and still only sags down about 1/2" inch when
I sit on it. I think maybe some of the previous owner might of changed the coil to a heavier coil rate.
My last option is to gain a 100lb pounds or so...

Thank You !!!

 

Well if you want to gain a 100 lbs, try eating a lot of fast food like MacDonalds or Burger King [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]

 

Call a shop If your talking the pressure in the shock on my 88 LT250 its 143 psi

 

I'm having the same problem with my Zilla. It actually pogo sticked me over the handlebars several months ago so it is a serious problem for me too. I'm getting mine rebuilt and revalved and should have it back any day now. I'll let you know if it improves anything. I asked the guy rebuilding it if I should get a new spring and he talked me out of it. They are not that expensive, around $100, and the manufacturer/dealer should know stock rates for comparison. If mine is still stiff after the rebuild I may replace mine as well. I'll re-post later.