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07-21-2009, 04:56 PM
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The Squid-Killer
Join Date: Oct 2008
Bikes: 02 R1
Location: Indianapolis,IN
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Best Steering Damper
I have an 02 R1 it has come time to look at dampers? Any suggestions according to price and quality. I mostly ride street, only a few track days so doesn't have to be the most expensive..
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07-21-2009, 05:06 PM
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Gauloises!!!
Join Date: Mar 2007
Bikes: 07 R1.
Location: Bay Area.
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surprised no one has mentioned ohlins yet! but i'm sure you already know that! I personally think it's the best for the money, or Scotts. both are very adjustable. gluck.
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07-21-2009, 07:23 PM
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98-03 r1 cheap mod/repair guru
Join Date: Oct 2008
Bikes: 2002 R1... with a few little things done to it
Location: I'm Ex'ed out !
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i run an 04-06 stock on my 02 r1... its great
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07-21-2009, 07:45 PM
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The Squid-Killer
Join Date: Oct 2008
Bikes: 02 R1
Location: Indianapolis,IN
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 1cheapr1
i run an 04-06 stock on my 02 r1... its great
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Thanks man  I hadn't thought of that. 
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07-21-2009, 09:25 PM
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98-03 r1 cheap mod/repair guru
Join Date: Oct 2008
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Quote:
Originally Posted by NormanTBates
Thanks man I hadn't thought of that. |
its also cheap... i can make you a bracket set for like $100
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07-22-2009, 04:48 PM
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unleash the beast
Join Date: Aug 2007
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Location: NJ
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07-22-2009, 09:52 PM
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My R1 is faster than yours
Join Date: Feb 2007
Bikes: 2008 R1 black and beautiful, 2005 636 streetfighter/daily beater
Location: Issaquah, WA
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i have an ohlins on my 08 and a hyperpro on the 04
both are great
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07-23-2009, 08:22 AM
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NeeD 4 SpeeD
Join Date: Aug 2004
Bikes: 99 blue
Location: israel
Posts: 5,268
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all adjustible dampers function the same way .i think gpr / scotts are little bit better beacause there is no exposed rod , that can get scratched or get dirty ,then cause leaks .also scotts/gpr wont bent during a crash .
i think scotts is the only damper that can be adjusted "on the fly" .
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07-29-2009, 08:59 AM
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Yamaha Blue, tried and true!
Join Date: Nov 2007
Bikes: 88 FZR 1000, 01 R1, 04 R1, 00 Husqvarna WR 250, 08 TTR 50e
Location: Cape Cod, MA
Posts: 144
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steering dampers
Quote:
Originally Posted by NormanTBates
I have an 02 R1 it has come time to look at dampers? Any suggestions according to price and quality. I mostly ride street, only a few track days so doesn't have to be the most expensive..
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I have a Ceriani (Italian suspension manufacturer) on my 88 FZR 1000, a Scott's on my 01 R1 and an Ohlins on my 04 R1. Plus I've either ridden or worked on countless machines with other dampers in my forty years of racing/riding. I rate the Scott's Performance number 1. It is actually an Ohlins rotary damper, licensed to Scott's. Highly adjustable (three different damping circuits), easily rebuildable and pretty much crash proof. Ohlins, 2nd. This is a great damper. Highly adjustable, linear damping, very little stiction and rebuildable by any Ohlins dealer. Ceriani damper, 3rd. Highly adjustable, linear damping, just a little more stiction than the Ohlins and rebuildable by yourself. Spend the extra few bucks and go with the Scott's damper. It is easily tunable for any riding/track condition and with three damping circuits, you can tune to your preference for low speed, high speed and how much sweep control you like. Plus, you can change the oil in it yourself easily or send it into Scott's for service/rebuild. They stock all parts and provide a speedy turnaround. If you buy a new bike, all you have to purchase is a new mount for that bike. Not a new damper. They're an American company with great service and great products. No, I don't work for them or get free parts. Just like their stuff. Good luck!!!
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07-29-2009, 09:41 AM
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18x HP literbike killer
Join Date: Dec 2006
Bikes: 2011 ZX-10R
Location: Staten Island, NY
Posts: 3,779
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I have a Matris M3 damper, made in Italy, if you shop around, you can find good deals on them...just as good as Ohlins as far as piston style dampers go...I've had both
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07-29-2009, 05:36 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2009
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