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Old 20-05-13, 16:17
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Originally Posted by Hamslay View Post
is there anything I can do to improve my bouncy castle XT, short of taking it to a suspension specialist and getting a complete new shock and fork internals?
Yes there are a few simple improvements you could make that won't break the bank...

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Originally Posted by Hamslay View Post
When I pull up to a stop, the forks compress, bounce back up
Fit some fork spacers, either Kev's or make some yourself out of steel or thick wall polurethane tube and experiment with different lengths. (Search for Fork Spacers, there is loads of information on the forum). Also change to/experiment with a heavier weight oil SAE10 or 15.

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Originally Posted by Hamslay View Post
and then the back compresses, bounces back up...
Not so much you can do with the back, but sounds like you're complaining of not enough rebound damping? Not adjustable unfortunately, but winding off some preload and giving yourself more rider sag will help the shock cope better.

However, spending �350 on a new adjustable shock will make the world of difference. They are well worth the outlay.