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Old Mar 11, 2012 | 05:10 AM
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Default My first ride .

Finally got to ride my new bike. Loved every moment of it. So at the end of the day, I don't need to lower the bike after all. Just right for me now. Suspension lowered itself a little.
All stock except acerbis hand guard which already payed for itself when I had my first spill lol. Next mod after the 13t is the skid plate. Any suggestions? Thanks. Pics.






 

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Old Mar 11, 2012 | 05:32 AM
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Geezz you don't even have plates on it yet and you dropped it? Strong work! Where were you riding?
 
Old Mar 11, 2012 | 05:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Lotrat
Geezz you don't even have plates on it yet and you dropped it? Strong work! Where were you riding?
Lol. unfortunately yes. Very hard for me. Lake arrowhead. Need skidplate asap. I'm rookie so it comes with gaining experience lol. So far I love my ride and this forum.
 
Old Mar 11, 2012 | 06:12 AM
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glad your liking the bike!

radiator guards would be a good idea as well
 
Old Mar 11, 2012 | 06:31 AM
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When you get tired of being knocked off-line every time your front wheel hits a rock, get the front revalved....MUCH more important than increasing the power.
 
Old Mar 11, 2012 | 07:10 AM
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Are you missing your radiator guards?
 
Old Mar 11, 2012 | 07:19 AM
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Welcome to your first ride. Looks like nice riding country.

Skid Plate: Find one under the names Utah, Ricochet, or Moose. They all appear to be the same unit under different names. That should be about the best price and good coverage. Scorpion also makes some nice stuff. And there's a few others.

Blackheart also hits it spot on with the front suspension. When you start outriding it, look for valves, and springs if you're heavy enough to need them. Also consider some radiator guards.
 
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Thanks for all the replies and suggestions guys.
Skidplate, radiator guards, and maybe front revalving. I know I need to adjust the rear I feel rear tire bounce at times. Thanks again all.
 
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Originally Posted by Pogiboy
Thanks for all the replies and suggestions guys.
Skidplate, radiator guards, and maybe front revalving. I know I need to adjust the rear I feel rear tire bounce at times. Thanks again all.
You'll probably be able to improve the rear by setting preload and adjusting the clickers. Note where your clickers are now, and adjust a couple clicks at a time. Someone here probably has better advice on which ones and which direction you want to go.
 
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Originally Posted by IDRIDR
You'll probably be able to improve the rear by setting preload and adjusting the clickers. Note where your clickers are now, and adjust a couple clicks at a time. Someone here probably has better advice on which ones and which direction you want to go.
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