2013 TE250R Suspension

[gleno_181]

I have just bought a new TE250R and had to adjust the rear suspension preload to achieve the correct ride height (lower than standard setup). The thing that I have noticed is that the suspension is softer which was to be expected but I am wonder if the compression and rebound settings will help to firm the suspension back up. Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[Mike-AK]

What are your loaded and unloaded sag numbers?

 

[gleno_181]

What are your loaded and unloaded sag numbers?

I will get the measurements tonight after work.

 

[gleno_181]

Thanks Mike-AK, I think I have worked it out on my own, I added some preload back on to the suspension and it has firmed up. The final measurements after the latest adjustment are loaded: 100mm and unloaded: 30mm (approximate measurements as wife isn't so technical). Regardless it feels quite a bit better although still a little tall I will learn to work with it.

 

[Tinken]

That's pretty close. We like to run closer to 40mm of static sag and up to 115mm of race sag. Set your compression so that on your hardest hits you do not bottom. Your rebound should be set so that when you push hard on the seat, it doesn't spring back quick, just so you you can see it come up with a little drag.

 

[bigmo]

That's pretty close. We like to run closer to 40mm of static sag and up to 115mm of race sag. Set your compression so that on your hardest hits you do not bottom. Your rebound should be set so that when you push hard on the seat, it doesn't spring back quick, just so you you can see it come up with a little drag.

Isnt the 40/115 close to the Golden Rule? I always thought that was a PDS only thing???

I am only guessing here, but it seems that Husky's "average" man is small - I weigh a little under 160 and my 449 came sprung perfectly for me. I have 30/100 which I find ideal on this bike. I think KTM claimed at one time that full framed bikes were set for 75 kg (165 pounds). It seems that Husky is very close to that number as well if not a little lighter.

Tinken - has that been a consistent trend across the different era bikes Husky made? Ie is there a similar 160ish pound rider Husky aimed for regardless of bike?

Should I tweak my spring compression a bit? I have to say I am VERY pleased with performance as-is and have no plans to send my suspension out for work.

 

[Tinken]

40/100 is the golden rule, but the 449 requires extra sag to stabilize the rear swing arm lift. Remember that the 449 lifts in the rear during acceleration, it doesn't squat. This is due to the traction control system. Italians are typically small, especially compared to Americans. Set your static sag to 40mm and see how far down you sit with full riding gear on.

 

[rabskyline]

Thought I'd thread mine this !

What weight are the bikes coming out of the crate ready for ?
I am 75kg inc gear , which is 165lbs

Haven't got bike home yet but I should be aiming for 40-100 is that right ?

Any tips on clicker settings for the 14 model with the CC kayabas (god these are a great fork ) .

Looking for info on clickers, front and rear preload etc etc.

Thanks in advance !


Ps. Forgot to say the 14 has the cc kayaba SSS forks(incase that changes general setup) .

 

[Del Todd]

I have a 2013 TC250R and set sag by the book at 34/100mm and I weigh 190-195 geared up stock springs. After a ton of experimenting I'm riding closer to 40/115 now to make the bike turn correctly (not knife in) and to give me more stability in sand. I ride moto with this bike and cannot hit turns with confidence with less sag. C14 R7 HS 1 3/4 stock shock rebound is too fast and compression is kind of firm especially HS. I'm revalving my own shock next week making small changes to the compression stack, really beefing up the rebound stack and drilling the cadj piston as well as a softer cadj spring and different spring seat. I got help with the valving from a tuner on another forum. Thought I would share my findings on the rear end of these bikes to possibly help others. I like the forks so far and run the clickers at C10 R12 which is stock.

 

[Russ_dog89]

Sorry guys new to this. Just bought a new 2014 te250r just wondering where you measure the 40 and 100 from. Took it out yesterday and it sits a touch to high. Cheers

 

[Kyle Tarry]

http://www.harrymoto.com/MX/RaceSag/set_your_race_sag.htm

http://motocross.transworld.net/1000014594/features/tuesday-tip-setting-your-sag/

 

[Russ_dog89]

Cheers mate will have a go tonight

 

[rabskyline]

Sorry guys new to this. Just bought a new 2014 te250r just wondering where you measure the 40 and 100 from. Took it out yesterday and it sits a touch to high. Cheers

Awesome bikes, very planted. Stock tyres are ok but I'll be fitting s12 Michelin as soon as these are toast, they're FIM so shorter in knob dept.

 

[shawbagga]

good deal rabs if they came with the cc forks, any other 'bonuses'? remember mate its not the length of your knob but how you use it!

 

[rabskyline]

good deal rabs if they came with the cc forks, any other 'bonuses'? remember mate its not the length of your knob but how you use it!

Is basically a normal te with the TXC CC kayaba SSS forks.
Bloody awesome they are too, even with zero Klms on them.
Firm but planted, not skatey at all(which is what I've had before with overly firm front ends) .

Just need more money for toys, I'd like another big bore for the Fraser Island ride in October and not use the new bike .