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OEM FOX Adjustable Shock Kit with Sway Bar vs BajaRon
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Sny
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I had to add a comment here:
If you're thinking about the RSS kit for your 2013 ST, don't do it unless you're willing to do some major tweaking.
The shocks are 1/2" shorter which results in unwanted (and uneven) camber. You have to adjust the shock pre-load way out to compensate.
If you're getting the fox shocks for the 2013 so you can adjust them, you can't. There will be only one position you can use and have the correct camber.
That said, they are better shock/springs than stock so if you're willing to take a chance and play with it...
Dealers don't know about this so they're bound to give bad advice. (give Pitbull a call, Len knows!)
I'm waiting to see of the 2014 ST shocks (all 2014 ST's come with Fox shocks) are the same part as the 2013 RSS/ST kit.
If you're thinking about the RSS kit for your 2013 ST, don't do it unless you're willing to do some major tweaking.
The shocks are 1/2" shorter which results in unwanted (and uneven) camber. You have to adjust the shock pre-load way out to compensate.
If you're getting the fox shocks for the 2013 so you can adjust them, you can't. There will be only one position you can use and have the correct camber.
That said, they are better shock/springs than stock so if you're willing to take a chance and play with it...
Dealers don't know about this so they're bound to give bad advice. (give Pitbull a call, Len knows!)
I'm waiting to see of the 2014 ST shocks (all 2014 ST's come with Fox shocks) are the same part as the 2013 RSS/ST kit.
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Thanks for clarifying Sny as I was considering the adjustable Fox shock absorbers for our STS together with the Ron bar.
Checked with the dealer yesterday and the 2014 parts catalog list part number 219400470 of the 2014 ST. How can we find out if this is an adjustable model and will it fit the 2013 STS? They cannot confirm the proper fitment as yet.
Checked with the dealer yesterday and the 2014 parts catalog list part number 219400470 of the 2014 ST. How can we find out if this is an adjustable model and will it fit the 2013 STS? They cannot confirm the proper fitment as yet.
Colin
New member
I spoke to my Dealer here in NZ as I have a set of Fox Shocks from my RSS on my ST SM5 and want to replace them with 2014 Fox Shocks and put the others on my partners RSS.
He advised the 14 were adjustable and will fit a 2013 ST
Installation - RonBar, Heim Links, Fox Shocks & Service Bulletin #2013-9 on our STS
A while back, I had the RonBar installed in our RT and stayed with the OEM shock absorbers. It reduced the body roll considerably but the change is not as dramatic as having the RonBar and the Fox shocks on the STS which was done last Wednesday! Ron was absolutely right.
The transformation is quite amazing. Not only does it track like it were on rails, the STS now feels solid and sails to railroad tracks and road undulations so smoothly like a limo!
I had my tire pressures set to 20PSI front and 28PSI in the rear. Snoopy you have to try it....you will be amazed. :yikes:
Also, the dealer did perform Service Bulletin #2013-9 on the STS; ECM Software Update and replacement of UpperBelt Guard retaining screws.
Nothing mentioned about resealing of the Front Fuse Boxes and new Fuse Box Covers. Probably they didn't have the parts on hand and will likely take care of it next time the bike is in the shop.
Thanks also to Sny, Carl and others that answered my questions and lent a helping hand. Much appreciated.
The transformation is quite amazing. Not only does it track like it were on rails, the STS now feels solid and sails to railroad tracks and road undulations so smoothly like a limo!
I had my tire pressures set to 20PSI front and 28PSI in the rear. Snoopy you have to try it....you will be amazed. :yikes:
Also, the dealer did perform Service Bulletin #2013-9 on the STS; ECM Software Update and replacement of UpperBelt Guard retaining screws.
Nothing mentioned about resealing of the Front Fuse Boxes and new Fuse Box Covers. Probably they didn't have the parts on hand and will likely take care of it next time the bike is in the shop.
Thanks also to Sny, Carl and others that answered my questions and lent a helping hand. Much appreciated.
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The dealer did perform Service Bulletin #2013-9; ECM Software Update and replacement of UpperBelt Guard retaining screws.
Nothing mentioned about resealing of the Front Fuse Boxes and new Fuse Box Covers. Probably they didn't have the parts on hand and will likely take care of it next time the bike is in the shop.
SNOOPY
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Ahh, ok. I edited my original post and hope it clears any confusion.
BTW, I check with the dealer today and they told me they resealed the front fuse boxes and resealed the Front Fuse Boxes as well as installed new fuse box covers too.
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