suspension

Hello, I havent a clue about suspension, coming from a sprrdway/grasstrack background, we dont have much, and when i rode trials, I had someone set it for me. Im racing on sand on sun, and wondered if any of you enduro lads could tell me how to have my suspension (ie twisting the black knobs...

I will be having the oil changed in my forks and shock soon. I already have a stiffer 84/250 shock spring and imagine I need to go up on the fork springs too. My 05 650 comes stock with the 4,2 springs so I should probably go with the 4,4. Other than that, from what I have heard, I will request...

Took possession of the new 08 FS650 nearly 6 weeks ago now & have had a few problems with the suspension setup as stock. I've got 300kms on it now & have backed both the front & rear compression clickers nearly fully out & still feels like I'm riding a brick. I've done the static & rider sag so...

Hallo! Awhile ago a real pro rider tried my bike... and one of his comments afterwards was that "the bike invited him to sit down".... we didn´t have the time to clear what he meant... does the expression make any sense to you... in that case what does it mean and what should I do about...

Men , has anybody tried the Nost compression adjusters or midvalves I'm interested how they would compare with fork tuning with the traditional shims etc..........colin

I've recently acquired an '07 Husaberg FE550, couple of upgrade questions... I find it difficult to find aftermarket mufflers for the Berg. As the muffler is a KTM part (model K 620) does that mean that any aftermarket muffler that replaces the K 620 for a KTM (eg 525 exc) will fit the...

Hi Guys, I've had Frank at home this weekend for another of his workshops and we discussed the Force Ride workshop. I'm taking bookings now, so pm me with the following information: Name Contact email Ciontact phone, AH, BH Bike Model Year Rider Weight, including gear Setup...

Ok I have 20 hours on my bike and the suspension has broken in big time. It now rides like a cheap pool stick on rocks from hell. I mean I was misrable today on the bike. Dropped two clicks on compression and rebound last week to help a little, but this week it's a disaster. I weigh 260...

I am looking in to doing a revalve on my 02 fe501. I was thinking about giving it a try myself. I am considering using the Race-tech gold valve fork kit and shock kit. I will also need to change the fork springs to about a .54 rate I believe. I have already changed the rear shock spring to a...

Hi Gang, Subject to the date variable, let us know if you would be interested in getting some suspension work done near Louee the day before we go riding. You've read about what Frank can do on a couple of threads. We won't need too many to convince Frank to come along, he might even have an...

hello all, i havea big problem,i have bought a second hand frame( 2001 or 2002 was supermoto or enduro I think),and did a complete set up for motocross training. There is a 2006 engine in the frame,it l goes well except the suspension,it is impossible to ride for me more than 15 min due...

Hi, looking for some advice from those who know. I now have my '07 FE650 rallye all built for the Australian Safari in 6 weeks time, just need to get the suspension set up now and she is done. With all my riding gear, bumbag with tools, full Camelbak etc, I weight in at 110kg The bike...

I have a 04 fs650s standard suspension and cant seem to get the settings rite, can anyone give me a tried and tested setup for racing who is around the 13 stone mark, would be very much appreciated as I am racing this weekend and its playing on my mind. Thanks in advance.

Hey. I have A Husaberg Fe 501 from 2000. And I have A problem! All the oil in my rear damper is gone. I think the reason is A leak in the bush or the seals. So my question is, what oil can I use? Is it A special oil or can I use the same as the fork (SAE 5). I live in Europe so if there is...

My FE is converted into supermoto. Using the stock suspension I should I set up my suspension? I am about 210 lbs. Please tell me in details cause I know nothing about suspension setup! I am looking for the FS rear shock and FS forks or FE forks that I would get modified. Thanks!

Based on current ergonomics and suspension how does Husaberg rate as a trail bike? I ask as most general offroad motorcycles seem to benefit from a reduction in seat height and center of gravity. Tight single track, etc, seem to favor a reduction in overall height of some 3 - 4 inches. I...

I have recently purchased a FE650S - 03 which has motard wheels, 4-piston calippers etc. Very nice bike... ... but my issue is that it feels a little too soft. Im not an experienced rider on asphalt though I have been racing motocross before. Are there any good fixes to this problem ? It...

Guys, If I were to convert an FE to motard, what would be the differences in suspension? Looking to ride mostly-street, maybe some track days. Mostly interested in firmness differences and any height differences between the two. Would the difference be negligible? Thanks Lou

I have seen a bit of hype regarding the '07 suspension parts as being much better. What specifically is better? Are the parts something that I could purchase and put in my '06? How about the kit for the Force models with the polished internal parts? Any idea of costs? I'm likely going to...

i have been working on my suspension for a while , just after a setting that suits my weight and enviroment . i was not happy with the results so i took the shock and forks to a competent suspension dude . he suggested 48 fork springs and gold valves , the rear shock was...