Static sag?

[thorns]

Other than being a good guide as to if you need heavier or softer rear spring. Does static sag affect the bikes handling at all, or anything else on the bike?

If you have the bike set at 100mm sag, only 12mm static sag, but it feels good to ride and handles well, is it really worth spending the money on heavier springs?

[raglanash]

I'd say any suspension guys will say yes. 12mm static sag indicates you have your spring screwed right down to get the rider sag and should have a heavier spring.
Probably means you are loading up the front a bit more, getting any headshake or tucking the front??
I have never had that, my pie arse is ok on a stock spring.

[Grubber]

Other than being a good guide as to if you need heavier or softer rear spring. Does static sag affect the bikes handling at all, or anything else on the bike?

If you have the bike set at 100mm sag, only 12mm static sag, but it feels good to ride and handles well, is it really worth spending the money on heavier springs?

If it feels good to ride, why would you be considering changing anything?
I would be leaving it as it is to be honest. 12mm sag isn't too bad.

[thorns]

I'd say any suspension guys will say yes. 12mm static sag indicates you have your spring screwed right down to get the rider sag and should have a heavier spring.
Probably means you are loading up the front a bit more, getting any headshake or tucking the front??
I have never had that, my pie arse is ok on a stock spring.

The front would be the most stable and hooked up on any bike I have ridden to date, including those that I have respiring for my large arse. Havent noticed any headshake so far, although limited seat time on this bike to date.

I know from what I read online, and using spring calculators I should be using a heavier spring.

Perhaps I'm just too slow for it to make a big difference?



If it feels good to ride, why would you be considering changing anything?
I would be leaving it as it is to be honest. 12mm sag isn't too bad.

That's my thinking at the moment, but I guess at the same time, do wonder perhaps if I had the correct springs it may be even better.

[scott411]

If it feels good to ride, why would you be considering changing anything?
I would be leaving it as it is to be honest. 12mm sag isn't too bad.

the best you have ridden is the best you know, it may feel alright, but it can be a whole lot better,

12mm free sag is pretty small, 30-35 is recommended,

[Mental Trousers]

Having the wrong spring rate (in your case it's too soft) means you're not getting the correct return rate, so your rear tyre isn't staying on the ground putting down power.

If you're only interested in going slow and doing skids enjoy what you've got.

[buggerit]

Ive noticed a bit of static sag on the other arf lately, dont think its worth mentioning though:crazy:

[Akzle]

Ive noticed a bit of static sag on the other arf lately, dont think its worth mentioning though:crazy:

i wouldnt! It can lead to extended periods of sag for your mono, certainly no good if you want regular forks!

[Crisis management]

the best you have ridden is the best you know, it may feel alright, but it can be a whole lot better,

12mm free sag is pretty small, 30-35 is recommended,

What he said, correct suspension is really good, I can come up with some obscure formula if that would help? ;)