YSS suspension for the R3T

[Stoand]

I have just had a set of shockies fitted and the forks are being done as we speak. I took the bike in to Walter, the YSS guy, last week so he could suss it out as he hasn't done a R3T before. I should have the forks back early next week and once fitted I will be going on a ride next weekend. Will post up a report after the ride. Cost for shocks $900, fork springs + PD valve + fitting($100) $464.

 

[Blastedbones]

Going with longer rears? (was well worth it on my R3 for the clearance)

 

[Stoand]

actually trying to get it lower so I can get flat footed, clearance is all good for my riding

 

[GPMAZ]

Looking forward to your report. Please include part numbers if possible. I've got my motor running well, but the suspension needs some attention. I've been running a set of used Progressive 440s that I picked up when one of my stock shocks developed a leak but I think there are better options out there. And the front end really needs help. I probably got spoiled after too many years on Ohlins equipped BMWs.

 

[Stoand]

well, finally got the shocks set up correctly, I eventually had to adjust the preload, something they told me should not be needed but I reckon they made an error when setting it up, anyway, the result is good, they're not ikons but for the price give me a smoother ride and better handling particularly in the bends. The forks are also smoother, especially at low speed, all in all a worthy excercise

 

[HansO]

what springs did you get for the forks

 

[Stoand]

what springs did you get for the forks

Yss Supplied them PROMAX I think and installed PD valves http://www.suspensionshop.org/products_yss_pdforkvalve.php

 

[Stoand]

Do you think the ikons are a better shock than YSS?

Never had Ikons but those that do reckon there the bees knees, the ones I got are good but not perfect

 

[JR]

Does anyone know if the rear shocks on the R3 tourer are the same as the optional shocks Triumph was selling to improve the ride of the R3 standard?