mxracr825
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Post by mxracr825 on Aug 4, 2019 21:41:31 GMT -7
Hello I'm new to the group and the mt10. I'm 300lbs and around 6ft3 and was wondering if anybody had any tips on setting up suspension on this bike for big guys. I know I'm a big guy but I love the bike and just want to fine tune it a bit for my size if possible without a re-spring if possible
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Post by Deleted on Aug 5, 2019 14:39:12 GMT -7
I don't have specifics for you (others will, for sure), but all I can tell you is with that weight, you absolutely need to replace your suspension. So I'd start coming up with a budget, so other heavier guys can help you better  . And yes, you could just ride it with the stock suspension, but you'd miss what it's capable of. I'd be like towing a trailer with a sports car. You'll be amazed what it can do once dialed in to your weight. Good luck. |
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jwc
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Post by jwc on Aug 9, 2019 14:40:46 GMT -7
I’m 6’1” and 250. I’d suggest you at least re-spring it but recommend you do cartridges up front and a new shock out back, all valved and sprung for your weight. You won’t regret it. Everything about the ride will be better.
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mattemike
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Post by mattemike on Nov 29, 2019 5:50:31 GMT -7
All ready to ride I've upgraded my suspension for my weight of 225/ I went with AK-20 cartridges from Traxxion Dynamics for the forks & A Penske shock from Traxxion at rear. Amazing difference in ride & comfort.
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jacoby
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Post by jacoby on Nov 30, 2019 6:01:32 GMT -7
Lose weight. It’s not hard to do and your bikes suspension will thank you for it
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harry76
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Post by harry76 on Nov 30, 2019 18:38:45 GMT -7
Lose weight. It’s not hard to do and your bikes suspension will thank you for it Gee, why didn't us fat guys ever think of this before now! I am so glad you are here to enlighten us. |
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aavmann
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Post by aavmann on Dec 1, 2019 5:53:04 GMT -7
Lose weight. It’s not hard to do and your bikes suspension will thank you for it Really? Stupidest advice I’ve read to date on this forum. I’m 6’5” 250...maybe come over and state this comment in person...I’ll find a new place to store the stock spring I had removed as per my suspension tuner’s recommendations.... |
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vstate60
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Post by vstate60 on Dec 2, 2019 22:22:47 GMT -7
Hello I'm new to the group and the mt10. I'm 300lbs and around 6ft3 and was wondering if anybody had any tips on setting up suspension on this bike for big guys. I know I'm a big guy but I love the bike and just want to fine tune it a bit for my size if possible without a re-spring if possible Good to hear there’s another one of us! I’m an ex pro ball player and the same size—6’3 and just south of 300lbs. I’m currently on stock suspension and just set the sag and small adjustments for pre load. I’m obviously bottoming out the forks damn near constantly and sliding around a good bit but I can say that for the street and up to early expert track times—it’s not a big deal to run the stock stuff. If you’re light on the bars and smooth on the throttle...there’s quite a bit of room in the factory stuff. Take it to your local race shop and have it resprung for your weight and ability and it’ll become a whole new bike. In the meantime...get used to sliding and buying lots of tires. Just installed my second rear at 2.6k miles and living the dream. |
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vstate60
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Post by vstate60 on Dec 2, 2019 22:23:49 GMT -7
Lose weight. It’s not hard to do and your bikes suspension will thank you for it Really? Stupidest advice I’ve read to date on this forum. I’m 6’5” 250...maybe come over and state this comment in person...I’ll find a new place to store the stock spring I had removed as per my suspension tuner’s recommendations.... Hahaha he would never. Ever. Ever. The little kids need a way to feel big every now and then & the keyboard is their favorite tool for the job. Emphasis on ‘tool’. |
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gordonlasiter
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Post by gordonlasiter on May 18, 2020 6:50:42 GMT -7
Recently purchased a 2017 FZ10 with less then 3k miles.
I am a heavy rider 350lb.
What changes to the suspension can i make?
Have not adjusted the rear spring.
Any suggestions besides losing weight!
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mistico
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Post by mistico on May 19, 2020 5:44:18 GMT -7
You need to changed springs at the very least. When you change springs the valving will be off for the rate of springs. Unfortunately, the only way to get it set it for your weight is to re-spring and re-valve. A new rear shock is a better option than re-valving the stock one in my opinion. Front forks are good with spring/valving or you can install GP or AK20 cartridges.
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Post by RSH on May 25, 2020 19:12:31 GMT -7
The load capacity of the FZ/MT 10 is 370 Lbs. As a start set the sag as best you can, this may mean maxing the preload front and rear. You won't know until you take some measurements. As for suspension settings start with the factory settings, you can adjust as necessary for ride comfort or handling depending on your riding style, start with the basics. Like others have said, you may need to make some suspension upgrades.
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. And yes, you could just ride it with the stock suspension, but you'd miss what it's capable of. I'd be like towing a trailer with a sports car. You'll be amazed what it can do once dialed in to your weight. Good luck.
