00-01 ZX-9R rear shock spring adjustment [Archive] - TwoWheelForum: Motorcycle and Sportbike forums

simple guy

11-09-2005, 03:22 PM

I adjusted the rear shock 1.5 turns (to tighten up the spring) from the stock settings. It feels stiffer in the corner like it doesn't "sit down" as much in quick "S" turns. From those who have adjusted their rear shock, is this too much/stiff. Also include the maximum you have adjusted your rear shock spring and adjusted your rebound/compression settings (mine are two clicks from max on both). Thanks for your input in advance! jim

Gas Man

11-09-2005, 04:30 PM

Stiffer in the rear isn't a good idea...most of the time. You don't want to hit a bump in mid corner and have the rear loose grip/traction. Check out this thread! (http://www.twowheelforum.com/showthread.php?t=5923&highlight=suspension)


TwoWheelForum: Motorcycle and Sportbike forums > Manufacturers > Kawasaki > 00-01 ZX-9R rear shock spring adjustment PDA 00-01 ZX-9R rear shock spring adjustment simple guy 11-09-2005, 03:22 PM I adjusted the rear shock 1.5 turns (to tighten up the spring) from the stock settings. It feels stiffer in the corner like it doesn't "sit down" as much in quick "S" turns. From those who have adjusted their rear shock, is this too much/stiff. Also include the maximum you have adjusted your rear shock spring and adjusted your rebound/compression settings (mine are two clicks from max on both). Thanks for your input in advance! jim Gas Man 11-09-2005, 04:30 PM Stiffer in the rear isn't a good idea...most of the time. You don't want to hit a bump in mid corner and have the rear loose grip/traction. Check out this thread! (http://www.twowheelforum.com/showthread.php?t=5923&highlight=suspension)