New Seat and front fork question

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Old 04-18-2017, 12:13 AM
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So I got my Renazco seat the other day and finally got a chance to use it this weekend, I had discussed what I wanted with Mr. Renazco when he gave me a call after I placed the order.
The new seat is between 1 3/4 and 2 inches taller than stock and allowances were made for tailbone issues, as in the stock seat made me want to cry after an hour or so, old high jumping injury.
Well I rode 125 miles Friday with about 30 of that slab and the rest dirt and I have to tell you that the seat really is nice. Not one twinge from the old TB.
The seat is vinyl sided with the suede top, black with green thread and green logo. So far I'm very pleased.
My fork question is, I was experiencing a front end that wanted to wash out on me on freshly graded dirt road. I added three clicks to the fork adjustment screws (clockwise) and the handling was much better. What effect did my adjustment have on how the front tire gripped the road?
2014 KLX250S.
 
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Old 04-18-2017, 01:46 AM
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You firmed up the compression damping of the forks. Have you matched the fork springs weight with your riding weight? They may be a bit soft for you.

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Old 04-18-2017, 01:46 AM
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Cool

It's Quicker. Not so mushy.
 

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Old 04-18-2017, 02:02 AM
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I find that setting your tire pressure lower on gravel is a big difference, especially with the stock factory tires.
 
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