Ian Johnston 0 Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Hi All, 2017 NC750X DCT I find the suspension ok on reasonable roads but very " crashy" when hitting poorly filled potholes or tarmac joints. Question: Can YSS PD valves be fitted to forks with Dual Bending Valves fitted or is there another answer ? I've already tried lighter oil with slight improvement. Thanks Link to post
Steve Case 955 Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Evening, they all do that sir! I think people on this site have tried valves lighter oil etc but how far are you willing to go to fix suspension on what is a reasonably budget bike. Obviously if you do go ahead run a comparison route (bumpier the better) if possible and give us all your feedback please. Link to post
davebike 943 Posted May 13, 2023 Share Posted May 13, 2023 Yes did that this week I think it drilling out the damper valves that makes the biggist improvement oridgnal is way overdamped there a thread in Accessories & Modifications Mechanical Items 1 Link to post
Russ 15 Posted July 20, 2023 Share Posted July 20, 2023 On 12/05/2023 at 18:11, Ian Johnston said: Hi All, 2017 NC750X DCT I find the suspension ok on reasonable roads but very " crashy" when hitting poorly filled potholes or tarmac joints. Question: Can YSS PD valves be fitted to forks with Dual Bending Valves fitted or is there another answer ? I've already tried lighter oil with slight improvement. Thanks Hi Ian. As Steve rightly says - "how far are you willing to go to fix suspension on a budget bike. The SDBV forks on my 2019 NC750X now have 6.75W fork oil set to a level of 190mm & the harshness is reduced a little. I suspected tyres could improve things, no idea what tyres you're running ! The original Bridgestone Battlewings on mine have now been replaced with Pirelli Angel ST's (because they're sensibly priced & have relatively soft side walls) & the harshness has been reduced still further. It's not perfect, but it's significantly better. The bike not only rides more comfortably, but it actually handles. I can now ride it with confidence & it feels more like a proper motorcycle. Possibly worth a try (especially as tyres have to be replaced anyway from time to time) before going to significant expense ! 1 Link to post
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