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« on: August 17, 2009, 05:12:41 PM » |
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I have been checking the forum regarding steering dampers (thanks for the posts, especially Somegirl's review). I am narrowing down my decision, but am curious on any input regarding location. Would you recommend a side-mount unit or a top-mount damper?
Thanks for the input.
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« Reply #1 on: August 17, 2009, 05:50:51 PM » |
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I personally like top mount for the look, ease of adjustability on the fly and it is more protected in the event of a crash. They both work though!
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xcaptainxbloodx
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« Reply #2 on: August 17, 2009, 11:12:04 PM » |
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what about mounting under the lower brace?
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« Reply #3 on: August 18, 2009, 12:43:02 AM » |
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I've been told it works a lot better on the side. It's more in direct/rigid contact with the parts it's damping. Top mount kits have some flex in the brackets(?) Also, the top mounts are shorter - maybe longer is better... Looks on the other hand  |
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Norm
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« Reply #4 on: August 18, 2009, 05:23:09 AM » |
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Side mounts can damage the frame in a crash (FHE). I always use a transverse, under the triple design.
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Same ole DesmoDevil, in a more gentle package
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« Reply #5 on: August 18, 2009, 05:30:42 AM » |
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Having had a side mount come loose under normal driving, I will never mount one there again.
top mounts for me!
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BumbleB
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« Reply #6 on: August 18, 2009, 05:44:36 AM » |
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Thanks for the input...this helps! I'm seriously considering the Bitubo top-mount.
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scduc
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« Reply #7 on: August 18, 2009, 04:15:16 PM » |
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One problem that I see, is that if you ever go to an after-market top triple, you are pretty much stuck with going side mount. I know I've seen the under "brace" style, wish someone would post I pic. That is what I will go with if I ever get one.
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xcaptainxbloodx
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« Reply #8 on: August 19, 2009, 02:22:35 AM » |
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I always use a transverse, under the triple design.
what is your setup? |
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« Reply #9 on: August 19, 2009, 04:10:21 AM » |
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I mount one end to the frame and the other to a clamp around the fork leg. You can weld or drill for a frame mount and then space it 'til it lines up with the leg mount. I can take some pics it that'll help.
Always make sure the adjustment is on the left side so can make changes on the fly.
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DucatiTorrey
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« Reply #10 on: August 19, 2009, 05:38:06 AM » |
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One problem that I see, is that if you ever go to an after-market top triple, you are pretty much stuck with going side mount. I know I've seen the under "brace" style, wish someone would post I pic. That is what I will go with if I ever get one.
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« Reply #11 on: August 19, 2009, 06:33:29 AM » |
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+1 Could someone with a mount that is not top or side post pics?
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« Reply #13 on: August 19, 2009, 06:44:55 AM » |
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oooh wya down there. hmm.
i like the top idea most. kind of sucks if i ever get a new top triple though.
maybe if i do the triple and the top mount at the same time?
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« Reply #14 on: August 19, 2009, 06:45:33 AM » |
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How do I post a pic?
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