suspension

Ok I have a 98 VMAX have progressive forks springs lowering kit lowered 1" so should I get progressive rear shocks 13" , 12.5" or 12" want bike to handle good in twisties... I'm 220LBS. so should I get the heavy duty springs or regular springs? The wifey rides with me more than usual cause she...

Okay, I've read a bunch of threads on what front suspension upgrades best work on the V-Max. I've seen many threads on Progressive springs and Ricor Intiminators and those who use Race Tech springs along with the Gold Valve emulators. My brother has a 2007 V-Max and is leaning towards Ricor...

So, I may be able to have some extra cash. I was looking at suspensions and it is one thing that wasn't really high on my buy-list, but I was wondering, How much of a difference does it really make? I know the front springs are a basic upgrade, for the back springs it seems like you have a...

Need info, dropped the front 2" and 1.5"in the rear will I still be able to use the center stand aldready ordered a adj. Kickstand.

So i weigh fully loaded about 210-215. i have the progressive springs in the front dropped 1 inch. I have a set of 416 i bought used from captainkyle. Currently i have them set on 2 up top and the bottom i have it one notch furthest from the left. Kyle said these are 12.5 shocks but they...

Hi, I own an 2009 1700 VMAX which I love and have been riding bikes for some 32 years now. Unfortunately I have a problem with the VMAX, the rear suspension is extremely stiff to the extent that the riding is very unpleasant. To give you an idea, it is stiffer than a BMW S1000RR. While this...

Hi, I am new to this forum but glad to join. I own an 2009 1700 VMAX which I love and have been riding bikes for some 32 years now. Unfortunately I have a problem with the VMAX, the rear suspension is extremely stiff to the extent that the riding is very unpleasant. To give you an idea, it...

I was looking into air ride suspension..Doesnt matter brand..Anyone have any experience with these ??I have progressives,,but I need something to ride soft and for long distances ...The progressives are ok ,,but having to rebuild them every so many miles is not good.. I want soft comfy...

Just finished my progressive front spring mod. I can't believe the difference, night and day.later all can't wait for the next mod.

Out riding and I found when Im accelerating hard, the rear tire "skips" I weigh 150lbs and was wondering if it was my weight or lack there of or if I can adjust the suspension to aid in the power delivery. I usually ride RD's which dont have nearly as much power as the max so I have never...

Whats the best low cost forks do-over? I'm thinking just springs and oil. No emulators or fork swaps for now. Suggestions for springs and oil? I'm about 190# Thanks in advance!

"Motorcycle Classics" has an article in the May/June issue, "11 Upgrades for your Classic Bike." One of them is for the YSS PD Fork Valves. Here's the data for your '93-'98: Model YSS PD Fork Valve # Oil Oil level Outer dia. Yamaha VMax 93-98 model #360 20W SAE 160mm 43C and Model YSS PD...

So I went for a ride today with a fellow vmaxxer and got to sample his bike for about 20 miles. Its a 98 and to put it simply the ride on his bike was BUTTER. He sat on my bike and said "I think your suspension is bottomed out". After experiencing how another Vmax rode and thinking about his...

Hi all, and oh yeah Happy New Year! My name is Jared I am a new member,I got my self a V-Max about 2 months ago. My last bike was a Kawasaki GPZ 1100. I am loving the vmax, I had to replace the fork seals after I got it and also the regulator rectifier. My bike was imported from Japan and it...

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Ok, I have been riding on my current setup since early this season of ricor intimidators and progressive springs lowered by 1" internally. Riding today at lower speeds I noticed a clang if I hit a bump. Normal riding is responsive, but hitting bumps makes a clanging sound. Could this be due...

I read in the manual that you can add air to the front forks. I'm 220 fully geared up. What suspension settings are most of you guys running with stock suspension? How much air in the front and what compression/rebound/preload setting on the back shocks? when i pull up in my driveway i...

Hey Guys, I got my 440's installed yesterday. They fit and look great IMO. You can tell they hadn't moved (been in the box) in a while because when I sat on it, it was like sitting on a bike with struts... Hey... I'm a big guy so that's saying something. I bounced a few times and they...

Has anyone used both Progressive suspension 412 and then 440's? I am looking for a comparison from someone who has used both and actually compare the two with their own experience. I am wondering if the 440's are worth the extra dollars.

Don't suppose anyone has a spare I can buy or know where I can get one. Apparently the previous owner lost it for my max. Thanks, MG