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I'm also looking into adding schrader valves to the fork caps so I can stiffen up the too-soft spring rate. I'm not sure how well this will work with cartridge forks but it worked for me with damper rods. Some guys on FB filled with 30w which seems pretty heavy but 15w still feels kind of light to me. Maybe 20-30w oil will help.
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06-22-2023, 10:21 PM | #17 |
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Could they just be swapped out for a better fork?
Seems like turning a sows ear into a silk purse otherwise
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06-22-2023, 11:17 PM | #18 |
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Yes but $$$. I'm willing to settle for a pig skin wallet. perhaps I might find a good deal on some used forks.
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I’d consider buying some better adjustable forks. So far the forks are the only disappointing part of the bike for me. If anyone knows what would fit in the stock clamps please share! Would the X shocks fit?
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My X forks have yet to bottom out but I’m not that hard on it.
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I haven't noted any such issues on my X. But I have yet to really "exercise" the suspension. Looking forward doing so though and I will definitely be on the lookout for these issues.
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06-23-2023, 06:14 PM | #22 | |
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IMO the best option is to find used forks from a top tier bike but doing so probably won't be easy. I'm still looking at various options like Alibaba, eBay, etc. GL
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In my case the biggest fork problem is my weight. I weigh 250 lbs and need stiffer springs and damping rates to match. Adjustable forks would help with the damping rates but I'd still need stiffer springs. I may have to disassemble my forks again to measure the springs so I can begin the search for replacements. In the mean time I'm going to try adding schrader valves and some air pressure to supplement the springs. Maybe heavier oil too.
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The polar bear shocks do look interesting. The description says compression and rebound adjustments but I don’t see any knobs on either end of the fork. Freddy, do the brake mounts and shock body diameter line up to the Templar base shocks? I assume you checked already .
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Do you see the flathead screw on the top of the forks, just like the adjustable KKE forks on the Templar X. Probably has the same on the bottom, like the KKE forks.
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OEM KKE forks on the Templar X have no knobs either. They adjust with flathead screwdriver. There is a flathead screw on the polarbears top. I am sure that's the adjustment ... the bottom probably has the same flathead screw adjustment.
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Okay, thanks. I thought that screw was the air pressure relief screw. Either way, if they claim they are adjustable for compression and rebound I believe them.
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