Shock Adjusters - Finally!

[NautiBrit]

Ron,
As one of your test mules I have been eagerly awaiting the finished product and quite honestly am blown away by the quality look. Especially in red. To all, this is a needed upgrade to the non-adjustable front suspension, that tree really does make a difference. I've had the prototypes on my Spyder for over 2,000 miles and wouldn't part with them.

 

[BajaRon]

What exactly do these do to make the Spyder better. I'm not much of a mechanic so I just don't know the purpose. Does it make any difference if you ride one or two up as to how they perform.

Most every motorcycle and many Spyder models have shock spring pre-load adjusters. To keep the explanation short I'll just say that to maintain proper ride height when fully loaded, you need to be able to adjust your suspension to carry the additional load. Otherwise, the front of your Spyder will go down significantly (It already starts pretty low to the ground). Handling and control will also suffer.

The springs on your Spyder are what hold it up. If you add more weight you need to stiffen the spring to support that extra weight. That is what these adjusters allow you to do. You can adjust/fine tune your front springs to carry the additional load (2 riders, extra luggage and a trailer all add to the load on the front springs). Then, when you take the load off (ride 1 up, remove the luggage and or trailer) you can turn the adjusters down again.

Ron....can you post the install instructions so we can see how difficult the job may be for diy.

Thanks

Kevin

Yes, I will do that. I'm still tweaking them a bit. But I will post them.

Ron -
Will a video be coming soon?

I am sure there will be a video. Soon? ..... From me? ..... Aahhhhh... I wish I were not so busy. A lot going on right now. Maybe after my son gets married and all the in-laws are gone. We'll see. It's not that difficult an install. Though it does take some time.

 

[BajaRon]

Shock Adjuster Install Instructions

Ok, another 'Finally'! I Finally have completed the Install Instructions for the 2013/2014/2015 RT Shock Adjusters. If you would like a copy, please email me at [email protected] I will send them right out to you, unless I'm sleeping which doesn't happen too much these days! :yikes:

All Kidding aside. I am very appreciative of everyone's patience with me on this project. You are all very kind!

 

[Bob Denman]

Email to you this afternoon... Thanks! :thumbup:

 

[garb55]

I am sure there will be a video. Soon? ..... From me? ..... Aahhhhh... I wish I were not so busy. A lot going on right now. Maybe after my son gets married and all the in-laws are gone. We'll see. It's not that difficult an install. Though it does take some time.[/QUOTE]
Then comes the grandchildren
You will be a lot busier :roflblack:

 

[BajaRon]

I am sure there will be a video. Soon? ..... From me? ..... Aahhhhh... I wish I were not so busy. A lot going on right now. Maybe after my son gets married and all the in-laws are gone. We'll see. It's not that difficult an install. Though it does take some time.

Then comes the grandchildren
You will be a lot busier :roflblack:[/QUOTE]

Since my son is getting married next Saturday, I think that makes you a Prophet! :thumbup:

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Then comes the grandchildren
You will be a lot busier :roflblack:

Since my son is getting married next Saturday, I think that makes you a Prophet! :thumbup:[/QUOTE]



If you sell a whole bunch of sway bars you might make a profit too :yikes::yikes::yikes: (play on words) :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:


Cuzr Joe

 

[Bob Denman]

:roflblack: :agree: :roflblack:

 

[Bluehole]

LookingGood..

It was a real joy being one of your test pilots!! Lots of miles went on the prototypes that you sent me. They are indeed a great product for the stock non adjustable springs
on the 2013/2014 Spyders! Looking forward to your next project---maybe we can get together again??

Thanks,

Ok sports fans and SpyderLovers Everywhere! I FINALLY have the promised Shock Adjusters in my hand, ready to ship. Yes, they are very late. pps:

They come in 2 colors, as you can see. They will arrive without the BajaRon decals attached. You can use the decal of your choice or no decal at all if you prefer.

Details Below.

Adjusters come in Red or Silver (though in the picture they almost look white)

Adjuster Kit Contains
1- Pair of Billet Aluminum Shock Spring Pre-Adjusters
1- Spanner Wrench
1- Set each, both colors of BajaRon Decals (Multi-Color & Black/Silver)
1- Set Rub Washers (Not Shown)
1- Strip of Double Sided Sticky Tape (Assists in Assembly) (Not Shown)
1- Set of Installation Instructions - Non-Tupperware Removal Method.

Price Delivered to US and Puerto Rico * $185.00
Will Ship Worldwide - Contact me for International shipping cost.

If you are going to install these yourself you will need a set of spring compressors. Universal sets are pretty readily available and can sometimes be rented/borrowed from your local auto parts store. However, they can be too large for the smaller springs on the Spyder. Motorcycle versions are usually too weak to do a good job.

I have custom Spring Compressors available. These will be offered on a deposit basis. If you need the spring compressors there will be an additional $25.00 deposit above the cost of the Adjuster Kit. This deposit will be fully refundable upon return of the compressors in serviceable condition. Or, you can keep them if you like.

Though it makes the install easier if you pull Tupperware. These Adjusters can be installed without pulling anything off other than the shocks.

As always, you can email me at [email protected] or PM me here at Spyderlovers.com

 

[ricford]

The spring adjusters are supposed to make the front end less 'giving' I think and provide some more stability in turns, the bane of Spyder handling. Considering the price of Elka shocks, about $700 for stage 1 which I'm guessing is quite adequate at the task as opposed to the 2 and higher numbered units, the price for the Bajaron product seems quite a reasonable solution. But still, which of the two is ultimately the solution to the funky front handling of the RT? I'm also curious to learn if someone has experience with the Elka shocks who would provide us the benefit of that experience. And too, is it necessary to replace the rear shock at the same time as the front shocks or vice versa? I have one more dog I can sell....

 

[OJ UK]

The spring adjusters are supposed to make the front end less 'giving' I think and provide some more stability in turns, the bane of Spyder handling. Considering the price of Elka shocks, about $700 for stage 1 which I'm guessing is quite adequate at the task as opposed to the 2 and higher numbered units, the price for the Bajaron product seems quite a reasonable solution. But still, which of the two is ultimately the solution to the funky front handling of the RT? I'm also curious to learn if someone has experience with the Elka shocks who would provide us the benefit of that experience. And too, is it necessary to replace the rear shock at the same time as the front shocks or vice versa? I have one more dog I can sell....

The first accessory you should fit to an RT is Ron's Sway Bar. This will greatly improve the handling. The difference is night and day.
If you then require further improvement go with the spring adjusters. Just my 2 cents worth.

 

[SNOOPY]

Pulling an old thread again...are these shock adjusters just for RTs?

Never saw a clear description or install instructions.

I have a ‘13 ST-S w the stiffer Fox shocks.

 

[Flamewinger]

Pulling an old thread again...are these shock adjusters just for RTs?

Never saw a clear description or install instructions.

I have a ‘13 ST-S w the stiffer Fox shocks.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?23928-New-sponsor-here-for-Filters-amp-Helmets

 

[SNOOPY]

I looked through that. No instructions posted and no clear list of models these are for?

Only see reference to some people with RTs that ordered, but couldn’t find any info on install afterwards.

 

[PW2013STL]

I looked through that. No instructions posted and no clear list of models these are for?

Only see reference to some people with RTs that ordered, but couldn’t find any info on install afterwards.

Hi Snoopy,

Seems clear to me

Shock Spring Pre-Load Adjuster Kit
2013-2017 RS, ST & RT Front Shock Spring Adjusters (Only for those Spyders WITHOUT Factory Front Shock Pre-load Adjusters)

 

[BajaRon]

Hi Snoopy,

Seems clear to me

Shock Spring Pre-Load Adjuster Kit
2013-2017 RS, ST & RT Front Shock Spring Adjusters (Only for those Spyders WITHOUT Factory Front Shock Pre-load Adjusters)

Looks like it has been awhile since I updated this information. Everything is correct except that these Shock Adjusters will also fit the 2018 models. There is one set for the RS, RSS, ST, F3 and another set for the RT's. But if you have the Fox Podiums, which come with adjusters, you obviously do not need this set. These work only on OEM shocks which do not come with adjusters.

I've sold quite a few of these and everyone seems to love them. But if you are looking at one or the other (Bar Kit or Adjuster Kit). I highly recommend the Bar Kit first. Improving your shocks is a great idea and will make a world of difference. But there isn't anything that will compensate for a weak sway bar.

 

[SNOOPY]

I do have the Fox shocks. Confusing part I guess was where it says without factory adjusters. I don’t think my bike ever had factory adjusters that I know of. The Fox shocks have very limited adjustment, and no where as easy as these look.

 

[BajaRon]

I do have the Fox shocks. Confusing part I guess was where it says without factory adjusters. I don’t think my bike ever had factory adjusters that I know of. The Fox shocks have very limited adjustment, and no where as easy as these look.

The Fox Podium's come with Spring Pre-Load Adjusters. If this is the shock that you have the adjusters should look like this. My adjuster set looks quite a bit different because I can't machine the needed threads into the OEM shock body. But they both accomplish the same thing which is to shorten the distance between the top and the bottom of the spring.

There should be more than adequate adjustment on your Fox Podium shock set. Just be sure to get the same number of turns on each one so they are equal. If you ever have a question about this just measure from the top (flat edge) of the spring to the bottom (flat edge) of the spring. A careful measurement should give you the exact same distance on each side if the adjusters are set properly.

Because my adjuster engages a great many more threads than these narrow rings, it is not necessary to have a locking mechanism (2nd ring) like most of the factory adjustable shocks do. This makes it a much simpler process when making adjustments. And you only need 1 spanner wrench.

 

[SNOOPY]

That clears it up a bit.


So basically, your adjusters are easier to adjust than Fox adjusters. :thumbup:


Lol