Understanding spring rates and shock rebuilds RD04 AT Honda
Advise needed ….
I’ve decided to have my Honda AT RD04 rear shock rebuilt before going away. It seems the best precaution, bearing in mind the bike is ‘92.
So the standard spec states a maximum weight of 194kgs, I think with extra fuel and luggage for 2, I’ll be over this and possibly up-to +/- 225 kgs. My question is how do you decide on a replacement spring ? just max carry weight, however I think there is more to it, bounce back spring rating etc…. so what should I be looking for ? It will mostly be road use, however gravel roads often have the shock killing ruts in them.
Btw the wife prefers a soft ride on the back :-)
Has anyone used Falcon Shock Absorbers , so far they’ve offered excellent service…..
many thanks
Matt
Last edited by goodwoodweirdo; 23 Nov 2007 at 13:03.
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