Ducati monster front fork adjustment This is what I understand on the fully adjustable showas: 1) The screw in the middle on top of the fork is the rebound 2) The middle hex nut beneath the preload screw is the preload 3) The screw in the bottom of the fork leg is the compression May 10, 2015 · 1200 front fork: 3 clicks compression, 5 clicks rebound 1200 rear shock: 1 turn (not click) rebound. then maybe just using a Jul 29, 2011 · I'm looking for some help on how to go about adjusting the rebound and compression damping on the Ohlins forks on the Monster 1100S. this is very different from the feedback I read in this forum, and eventually, after a 2000 Monster 900Sie, a few changes 1992 900 SS, currently a pile of parts. The manual is a bit confusing - it says to use "the special wrench" to adjust the rebound damping at the top of the forks but nowhere does it say what the hell "the special wrench" is or where to find one. STANDARD factory setting is as follows: Compression: 1 and a half turns; Rebound: 2 turns. View and Download Ducati Monster 696 2009 manual online. Page 250: Front Fork Adjusters Front fork adjusters MONSTER 1200 The front fork used on this motorcycle has rebound, compression and spring preload adjustment. Sep 25, 2005 · If I got one of those wrong, please correct me. I note that the spring preload is adjusted below the bottom 1/3 of the threads on the shock body. Position the motorcycle on its side stand so that it is stable. When pushed down on, both ends should come back up at the same rate and settle without starting a second down stroke on the suspension. May 11, 2012 · I increase the pre load on the forks by 3 turns and took it out for a ride. Mine rides extremely nice except when I go into a downhill corner at speed the front tire will slip a little at times. From experience the inside edge of the top of 796 forks should sit almost flush with the triple tree, whilst ones set to 696 ride height protrude above the tree around 20mm. Notice no fingers on the front brake. Nov 15, 2016 · 3) to adjust the compression damping (small flathead screw on lower right fork leg). May 21, 2011 · 2016 Ducati Monster 1200R 2013 Ducati Diavel Carbon Red 2014 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer 2005 Ducati 999 2010 Ducati 1198 2010 Harley Davidson Sportster Nightster (WIFE'S) 2009 Yamaha YZF-R6 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 (WIFE'S) 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 650R 1982 Kawasaki KZ440 Jun 16, 2014 · Ducati Monster Forums Tech. He said that if the rear wasn't damping enough it might help cause the front end to bottom out. May 2, 2017 · Hola, I was trying to adjust my ohlins front fork rebound dampening (right side top fork adjustment screw) and it seems when I tried to turn the adjustment screw all the way clockwise I may have overtightened it, because when I then tried to turn the screw counter clockwise as per the manual to get my suspension adjusted the screw would not move, so I used a bit more force and I think I May 2, 2004 · Beware using Zip-ties, use the tiniest ones you can find. Chain PS- I suggest avoiding dropping the front of the bike by running the fork tubes up in the triples. No compression adjustment 1200S front fork: 4 clicks each for compression and rebound 1200S rear shock: 4 clicks compression, 11 clicks rebound Of course you may still need the manual to identify the adjustment knobs/screws. Jan 14, 2013 · You can see in teh 2nd picture that just bfore I roll back onto the throttle, the fork in pretty close to the middle of the stroke. Jump to Latest Front fork adjustment for 02 S4. Now running flogged successfully NHMS 12 customized. When you get back have a look at the position of the zip tie. Dunno about the M1000 forks, but on my S4's Showas, the forks at full bump go far enough that the 'head' of a normal zip tie will crunch the seal. The front felt nervous and harsh over bumps in the turns, and the front end is noticeably higher up. Jul 12, 2005 · What is the method for correctly predicting (at least getting to a ballpark figure before actual riding) the correct fork clamp height in a triple tree relative to the rear suspension? That is, if the rear is dialed in already spring-wise (sag, ride height, etc), how do you "match" the front Jul 24, 2009 · 3. I am 6'0'' 175 lbs, and the static sag at the front fork was 40 mm - preload 3 turns out from max!!! The best sag i can get is 35 mm. yes, you could probably use the entire wheel (and fender) from a 1098, but if you're going that far and don't care that the wheels don't match, etc. I am not sure if your bike has compression adjustment but if it does, start at 1/3 of its adjustment range backed out from full hard. Spring preload can be adjusted on both fork legs, while rebound and compression damping can be adjusted only on the RH fork leg. Iirc compression is bottom and rebound top (if it is adjustable- some monsters aren’t!) On the rear it’s the usual ring spanner. Jump to Latest Follow Feb 27, 2024 · A look at your photo suggests to me that the front has been lowered. yes, 1098 forks either need the 1098 axle, or a spacer made to fit the 696 axle to the right-hand fork. Also you might have better luck on other Ducati Forums. surprisingly, I was unable to feel that much of a difference from the OEM inserts - fork is still soft and swingy. I too need to be schooled on getting the proper setting. Ducati Monster Forum at www. Feb 12, 2007 · My mechanic said my stock front forks were performing about as well as expected for a Sport 1000, which is not that great as far as I can tell. Avoid heavy use of the front break to avioid diving the fork. Jun 27, 2011 · Totaly dismissed the rear ride height setting because most sport bikes don't have that setting, we drop the front forks down in the tube. I don't know if it is my fork adjustment or if I am keeping my weight too far forward on downhill corners. I think i will for go the "recommended" suggestions to have forks at 25mm to 35mm of sag by most, and stick with what feels right. Front fork Removal of the front forks Overhauling the Page 54 Adjusting the throttle and choke cables Apr 2, 2004 · No guru either, but bascially, there are damper rod forks, and cartridge forks. They're essentially the May 15, 2016 · Dark Mode; Light Mode Jun 21, 2004 · The point is, once the suspension is set up on your Monster, I think you'll find it very stable. Suspension and Tire Tech Front fork adjustment for 02 S4. Dec 27, 2005 · On my S4, with the front forks fully bottomed out, the fender pushes on the radiator. Turn the adjuster (1) at the top end of the RH fork leg with a flat screwdriver to adjust rebound damping. I have two questions: Sep 23, 2020 · On front, preload is the large nut on both fork legs. Clockwise to increase tension, anticlockwise to decrease). Oct 7, 2023 · Hi all and a message to the Ducati Monster 937 SP owners, just bought a new SP that comes with Ohlins front and rear. Did that on my R6 and it made the bike so much more stable in the turns. Turn the adjuster (3) at the bottom end of the RH fork leg with a flat screwdriver to May 7, 2018 · I got my inserts replaced last year, and I instructed the mechanic to set up the base setting of the forks, as the installation manual says. . Damper rod forks generally have no adjustment capabilities, but could have adjustable pre-load. The owners manual is quite clear on adjusting the front compression and rebound, however I find that the bars run low and across the preload adjusters and subsequent internal Oct 20, 2007 · Sorry I can't help you with the adjustment. He had the suspension of the rs dialed in by a shop, and I hadn't taken the time to adjust it until this last weekend. adjuster (big blue nut) with a 22 mm hexagon wrench, starting from the fully open position. Let me know how it works out. ducatimonsterforum. Apr 28, 2021 · Ducati included a special stand with my Pani that fits under the caliper mounts of modern Ohlins forks. Damper rod forks damp through fixed orifices, which ends up with poor low speed damping and too much high speed damping. org Dec 11, 2010 · Then adjust rebound damping to balance both ends of the bike. This is pretty close to where you want it. This one is pretty dead without a lot of traffic. Ok. Then raise the rear like tardo mentioned. Jun 10, 2009 · Put a zip tie around one of the front forks and take it for a spirited ride. Feb 18, 2007 · Then, with the added height from the fork adjustment, the bike was leaning over pretty far again. Never mind recommended sag settings. Apr 18, 2007 · My bike's previous owner was ~5'6'' 160 lbs. Next step is actually adjusting all that stuff. If its moved down to within an inch or so of the bottom of the fork then its a pretty good sign you'll need a stiffer front springs. May 16, 2004 · front fork preload adjustment 99 M900 Jump to Latest 1K views 1 reply 2 participants last post by CRASH! May 14, 2015 · 1200 front fork: 3 clicks compression, 5 clicks rebound 1200 rear shock: 1 turn (not click) rebound. yes, one can slide the forks tubes to adjust the height/length 4. Now retired. That said, I've never bottomed the front on the road, but in that exciting a situation I sure wouldn't want the front tire trying to eat the fender and/or radiator as well. I for one am not among the crowd that suggests steering dampers are mandatory equipment on your S4 or most other sportbikes for that matter. From your description of the bicycle forks, you'll have no problem with the ones on your duc. It holds the front end up with less chance of slippage than the Pitbull Forklift Stand, and this might be an option for you (I imagine it is available at Ducati dealers). Mar 7, 2011 · Adjusting the front fork To change preload of the spring inside each fork leg, turn the hex. As far as the rotors go, there are a couple of folks here that have warped the stock ones, just as T-Vik described. Lowering the front by sliding the fork tubes up solved the problem and maintained the relative height change as you've mentioned. Twice. T3 too. Going to set the sag and adjust the forks back to 100 percent stock. wtymwo kln cwqgcoc rqnf mhtbo hfgwa gwhwz gcyd znyf kajns kufrc vgcjp vgjvghow qwims pnrzca