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Title: K75 front shocks
Post by: beemuker on January 21, 2022, 04:03:52 PM

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Title: Re: K75 front shocks
Post by: Past-my-Prime on January 24, 2022, 08:54:27 PM

How are those an upgrade from stock? (I've got a K75 RT and I've just ordered a new rear shock and wondering if I should do anything for my front end besides replacing the fork oil I just did last summer).

Title: Re: K75 front shocks
Post by: The Mighty Gryphon on January 24, 2022, 10:17:45 PM

The front forks on the K75RT have long travel and a mushy combination of spring rate and damping.  The bike had a lot of brake dive and yet it still felt harsh on concrete pavement seams.  Handling was not real nice, especially on steep downhill blind curves in the mountains.  It didn't like speed changes when in a curve.

Couple years ago I installed a set of Race Tech gold valve cartridge emulators and springs and the difference was amazing.  The front end doesn't dive or buck in turns with application of the brakes or throttle and the ride on concrete highways is noticeably smoother.  It's a much better bike that inspires a lot more confidence.

Title: Re: K75 front shocks
Post by: BrickDad on January 27, 2022, 01:30:51 PM

I just read up on the Race Tech emulators, thanks to this post.  Much appreciated!