DR650 suspension modification.

**puddy** · 11th November 2008, 21:04

I have a DR650, and have thrown on a few bits and pieces, and would like to do something about the suspension. The suspension is stock at the moment, and I weigh about 130 kgs..... Can anyone recommend a place that could sort it out. I could go through some place like Kientech, but don't know WTF to do with the springs from there!

Shit! I was proud of myself for fitting the IMS tank and B and B bashplate! Any advice?

**98tls** · 11th November 2008, 21:08

PM Robert Taylor,ive a mate in Australia that bought some suspenders for a DR off him.

**NordieBoy** · 11th November 2008, 21:21

Get the Eibach's and take them to a bike shop or grab a local KB DR rider and have some beer on hand...

**puddy** · 12th November 2008, 21:11

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

Get the Eibach's and take them to a bike shop or grab a local KB DR rider and have some beer on hand...

Ta! Will do.

**ducatijim** · 13th November 2008, 07:52

You really need Robert Taylers help here, a DIY 'homer' just will not do....this is a specialist feild not for smart arses who think they know wot makes suspension work.

I have RT supplied Ohlins on mine and it is a huge improvement over the piss-poor stockers.

I do not owe Robert any favors, in case ur wondering!

**talbertnz** · 13th November 2008, 08:03

Where in aucks are You
Might be able to give a hand fitting springs

**CookMySock** · 13th November 2008, 08:11

I was too fat for my springs, so I lost some weight. 112KG to 90KG and many many more things than my bike suspension are light-years better. It was cheaper too.

Steve

**NordieBoy** · 13th November 2008, 08:44

Originally Posted by ducatijim

You really need Robert Taylers help here, a DIY 'homer' just will not do....this is a specialist feild not for smart arses who think they know wot makes suspension work.

I have RT supplied Ohlins on mine and it is a huge improvement over the piss-poor stockers.

I do not owe Robert any favors, in case ur wondering!

He's only fitting springs.

**talbertnz** · 13th November 2008, 10:03

Originally Posted by DangerousBastard

I was too fat for my springs, so I lost some weight. 112KG to 90KG and many many more things than my bike suspension are light-years better. It was cheaper too.

Steve

I like it!!! Another free modd!! I'll try it this afternoon. no more food for me!

**ducatijim** · 13th November 2008, 11:27

Originally Posted by NordieBoy

He's only fitting springs.

Ha ha haa....a DR with 130kg + luggage will need a LOT more than springs son.

Their damping( if they have any) is APALLING!

**Bass** · 13th November 2008, 11:42

Originally Posted by puddy

I have a DR650........any advice?

Suicide is one option

Seriously, I have one that has had the full Ohlins makeover and (sorry mate) but if you weigh in at 130kg, I tend to side with DJim. The rear rebound damping is close to non-existant as standard.

If you are interested, PM me and we will see about arranging for you to give mine a run up to one of the Hunua reservoirs. However beware, you might like it and the conversion cost me significantly above $2,000.

**NordieBoy** · 13th November 2008, 13:13

Originally Posted by ducatijim

Ha ha haa....a DR with 130kg + luggage will need a LOT more than springs son.

Yep

He'll need at least re-valve on the rear and emulators up front soon as well...

But springs are a good start.

**HenryDorsetCase** · 13th November 2008, 13:43

Originally Posted by Bass

Suicide is one option

Seriously, I have one that has had the full Ohlins makeover and (sorry mate) but if you weigh in at 130kg, I tend to side with DJim. The rear rebound damping is close to non-existant as standard.

If you are interested, PM me and we will see about arranging for you to give mine a run up to one of the Hunua reservoirs. However beware, you might like it and the conversion cost me significantly above $2,000.

Its money well spent, though!