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Progressive springs

Posted: 24 May 2012 19:40
by unreal
Hi all,
I have replaced the forks springs on my '82 Strada with a progressive pair from NLM (Hagons), they feel like they need some pre-load. I wa s wondering if any one has an idea as to what size spacer I should start with? I have found a set of adjustable pre-load spacers for Marzocchis which go from 20-70mm, a good plan?

Simon

Re: Progressive springs

Posted: 27 May 2012 22:25
by Daddy Dom
I didn't use any with my new springs but am keen to hear any other users' advice.
Dom

Re: Progressive springs

Posted: 28 May 2012 08:09
by EVguru

Re: Progressive springs

Posted: 28 May 2012 13:16
by mgelder
What they said.

The front fork sag with you sat on the bike, feet on the pegs, should be around 1/3 of the total travel.

Re: Progressive springs

Posted: 29 May 2012 22:14
by unreal
Thanks for the help.
I ended up with 5mm spacers and it feel about right.
The biggest problem I've been facing is stiction which I tracked down to the replacement mudguard bridge, all was ok without it but binding when tightened, a little persuasion with a mallet seems to has eased thing up!

Simon