pdxgoldwing
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what are the different ratings between a RS shock and a RT shock?
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shock question
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pdxgoldwing
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not 1 response?
thought this one would be an easy one
thought this one would be an easy one
Bob Denman
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"Different ratings"... :dontknow:
Are you talking about specific spring rates, or overall design dissimilarities?
The RTs come with an air shock that is either manually adjustable (Base and A&C models) or adjustable with an on-board compressor. (RTS and Limiteds).
I know that the load capacity difference between the 2 models is pretty significant, so that might point to a higher spring rate...but I don't know what that is!
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Are you talking about specific spring rates, or overall design dissimilarities?
The RTs come with an air shock that is either manually adjustable (Base and A&C models) or adjustable with an on-board compressor. (RTS and Limiteds).
I know that the load capacity difference between the 2 models is pretty significant, so that might point to a higher spring rate...but I don't know what that is!
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NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
The reason you have received no response is that BRP has published no figures, and shock damping rates aren't generally quantifiable anyway. If you are talking about the front shock assemblies, the RT spring is a bit stiffer, and the damping is increased over the RS. The 2011/2012 RT shock damping is increased even more...with the same, additional spring rate. The 2010/2012 shocks also have an improved adjuster over earlier models. In the rear, the RT shock has a much weaker spring rate than the RS, because the RT supplements the spring with the air bag. I can't speak to the comparative damping characteristics. I do not believe the RT rear shock is adjustable, either.
Bob Denman
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I just KNEW he'd have the answers! :thumbup:
Bob Denman
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Doc,
It almost sounded as if you're shopping for a new Spyder... :shocked:
It almost sounded as if you're shopping for a new Spyder... :shocked:
docdoru
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