RE: I need to figure out something about my Ohlins and : Was RE: Ohlins Shocks

[Seth Miller <smail@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Have you considered a Works Performance shock with their dual-spring 
'ARS' feature? Very effective and makes quick pre-load adjustments (i.e. 
to accommodate a passenger, camping gear etc.)  very easy, even easier 
than the original BMW system. The Works units are very well made and no 
less expensive than the Ohlins, but even so IMO you still get a lot more 
for your money.

>>	Now, my issue. I've got my rear shock out of the bike 
>>till I come up with cash for the new spring. I'm thinking 
>>that I DON'T want the remote pre-load. Here is my thinking 
>>... the stock BMW shock allows a WIDE adjustment. You are 
>>loaded up with camping gear two up, you get out your spanner 
>>and give it a few (pain in the ass) adjustments up. 1-7 so 
>>even two heavy people can ride. With the Ohlins, the remote 
>>pre-load doesn't cover this range. However, it looks like the 
>>next cheapest has the two ring adjustment using a spanner. 
>>One could set the bike up for ultimate one up riding, then 
>>squeeze the spring for two up camping. Not the ideal setup 
>>crushing the spring down, but if it works for the stock BMW 
>>shock? Would this idea ruin a fancy Ohlins? Comments PLEASE. 
>>I need some more schooling!

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