• 2 Stroke Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Italy - About 1989 to 2014
     WR = 2st Enduro & CR = 2st Cross

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250-500cc Suspension shop and steering damper questions...

hesutton

hesutton

Husqvarna
AA Class
I've had the '14 WR300 for a year now and have really enjoyed the bike. Riding season is coming and I want to have the suspension tailored for my weight and riding habits. The addition of a Scotts steering damper is also on the list of mods this year.

I've read some good things about ZipTy's suspension service. Have any of you had experience with them? Price? Turn around time? Other suggestions about getting the forks and shock modified?

How about the Scotts? I've only seen BRP mounts for the Scotts. I'm not a huge fan of the sub mount as the handlebar is moved up so high. You either have to live with an "ape hanger" bar position or buy a super flat/low bar bend. Flat bars won't hold the hook of tie downs when transporting the bike. Is there a "on top of the bar" mount option for the WR's that I haven't seen? How about going with a new top triple clamp vs. replacement bar mount for the Scotts?

Thanks for your time and information.

Heath
 
I have used ZipTy's for my suspension on my 2013 Husky TC449. The OEM suspension was way off and Ty did a great job at a real good price on mine. I have not had to even turn a clicker after I got it back.
He does great work, but sometimes the turn around time is a bit extended, but not too bad. I had the forks and shock resprung and revalved for my weight and it was perfect.
I could not be any happier!

Paw Paw
 
I used Solid Performance in PA (he has a website) on my 11' WR300 suspension was perfect for what I asked for. Evan was Mike Lafferty's Chief KTM mechanic when he was winning National Enduro Titles.
 
hesutton said:
Anybody try Zip Ty's removable bar mount/stabilizer mount kit on a WR250/300?

http://www.ziptyracing.com/removable-bar-mount-stabilizer-mount-kit/

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If it will work on a WR300, it'd be a way to get a Scott's stabilizer mounted without having to use a BRP sub mount. Again, keeping the bars at the stock height is what I'm looking for.

Heath
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wer may be able to help as well...drew has his own steering damper design as well as good suspension service
 
The main reason I'm looking at Scotts, I can adjust the damping without getting off the bike like you'd have to do with the WER damper.

Heath
 
Heath, I would call the shop and ask if they have those stabilizer/bar mount in stock before you get too worried. If Kim can't help you, Ty is usually out in the shop and can answer your questions, including suspension turn around time. I was out there yesterday and he mentioned that he's been swamped with suspension work, and has just hired a new full time guy to get things moving faster. You also may want to consider the GPR stabilizer as a possible alternative to the Scotts if you are concerned with bar height.
 
Called and talked to Kim at Zip Ty. The bar/stabilizer mount is for Yamaha's only. It will not fit Italian Husqvarnas. Bummed about that. Really don't want to sub mount a Scotts.

The turn around time for suspension work in one week. Which, is pretty dang good in my opinion.

Heath
 
hesutton said:
The main reason I'm looking at Scotts, I can adjust the damping without getting off the bike like you'd have to do with the WER damper.

Heath
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Dont have to with WER either. just reach over bars to it on front fender/front of lower triple clap
 
May be able to. Not sure I have the wing span for that.

Certainly can't do that while riding down the trail. With the Scotts, you can adjust the damping in real time, without stopping at all. Just reach down with your left hand and move the knob (even easier with the big knob kit). I change the damping to changing trail conditions and stay moving. It's no more difficult than grabbing the bite valve on my camel back for a drink while riding.

I'm sure the WER is a great damper, its just not for me.

Heath
 
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