Thursday, August 25, 2011

Dean's Yamaha WR250 lowering link question about sag

Dean, a WR250R/X rider, emails with.....

"I guess I do not understand why one would loosen the Lower Shock Block versus adjusting the larger threaded flange nuts at the top of the shock assembly. Also, assuming I follow the prescribed method, should/can the Lower Shock Block be loosened until it won't loosen anymore, or is there a risk of the entire shock assembly coming apart? I am 170 lbs., 30" inseam."

Our reply.....

Threaded nut flanges at TOP of shock allows spring to be loosened or compressed for sag only. The shock mount nut at the bottom allows the shock block/clevis to move up or down ONLY. Has nothing to do with sag. The shock mount should come in the most "loose" position from the factory. Riders are moving it UP to lower it. You move it up until it almost contacts your black rebound dial.

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