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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    PMK, I have no idea what it feels like to NOT have the hitch on. It has been on since day one. What you say makes good sense regarding cornering forces. Due to the receiver I welded onto the hitch for my bike rack, it will never be removed. I hope this pic comes out. My computer is 20 years old...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Ernest, Thank you for your detailed, 'scientific' and thoughtful response. Your original input was largely responsible for my direction. Thanks also for verifying my next approach of springs. Like yourself, I would have put an additional 50 lbs into them. I believe my RT is way undersprung and...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    tntnj, I am not able to over-ride the Nanny by giving it more throttle. Believe me, I have tried many times. My nanny literally shuts it down. Scares the snot out of me. Mods are helping immensely.
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    New update to my older update! As planned, I put several thousand miles on our new machine, then installed a front suspension upgrade. We went with Baja Ron Preload Adjusters and did not upgrade the springs. There are 8 turns available and Ron told me no-one goes above 5. I laughed (silently)...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Cyclerambler, I have not made any more modifications yet. I want to ride a bit more on my 'new' machine and learn to 'feel' how the changes I made affect the handling. I can still induce the nanny but it takes a pretty heavy off-camber corner to do so. I am leaning towards BajaRon preloads with...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Cornering Nightmare Update Since my original post 'Cornering Nightmare' I have begun taking steps which many of you suggested. THANK YOU to all who contributed positive constructive ideas. As mentioned, step 1 was to install a Baja Ron Sway Bar and was always in the plan but I wanted to get...
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    Fuel status, low fuel warning light, & how should I fill??

    In addition to all the other excellent approaches, I added 1 more. Monitoring how much fuel I put in at each stage of electronic alert, paying particular attention to how close you are to BRP's stated tank capacity (which may have burp capacity). As a general rule, I also use 200 mi as a fill...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    I had not considered implementing both techniques! Can't wait to try that. Baja Ron spoke of 'anchoring' and I believe this is an underrated concept. I engage my core before any motion but especially when combining upper and lower body functions.
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    THANK YOU PMK! That is the most in depth and logical explanation I have received so far. I have been reluctant to take it in to a dealer...again...due to what they told me the first time. Sounds like I need to keep trying to find a dealer with a bit more knowledge, experience and credibility...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Thank you Joel, that sounds like exactly what I need to do. I did take it to one dealer and as I stated previously, they told me it was normal and nothing could be adjusted. I will be back in Las Vegas (where I purchased) in a few weeks and intend to pursue that path. This just can't be right. I...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Thank you to all who responded, especially those who gave constructive, positive feedback regarding the nanny and NOT my riding style. I have taken the first step and replaced the sway bar with a Baja Ron. It is a huge improvement and based on many of your suggestions, I will either be...
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    Need a new belt

    I run a Gates belt on my MTB and I do not believe it is recommended by Gates to put grease or any other oil based product on their belts. In the mountain bike industry, we use silicone or Pedro's Bike lust ONLY on our belts. I would personally NEVER use grease. Grease may or may not help your...
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    What Rear shock air pressure on a '20+?

    Mikey, That tree I made is only on when we take the bikes to trailheads (about 15% of the time). I do feel a slight difference from just 2-up but those bikes only weigh 21 lbs each (plus the weight of the rack). The majority of my seat time is with the 2 of us with no bikes or rack. I weigh 150...
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    What Rear shock air pressure on a '20+?

    I have a 2018 not a 2020 but I have found the recommended air pressures from BRP to be on the low side. My 'stated' pressure should be 45 lbs, I have been running 50. Recently bumped it up to around 80. HUGE improvement in ride quality! Experiment. Your pressure may be dictated slightly by your...
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    Newbie Question about handling

    Along with tire air pressures, there is an air pre-load for the rear shock. It is located under the seat. My 2018 has a neat little 'digital air gauge' compartment right next to the schrader valve. Manual says "20 to 90 lbs". I run mine around 50 which is more than the chart recommends but it...
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