Race Tech Emulator Setup

[AussiXS11G]

some info here from Racetec from when I installed mine some years ago

also aout Gazi shocks

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/0i31bpdvxt1wxwk/AAA9ngJgpqx7IhWdCkaJIlUYa?dl=0

[pgnz]

I had some, racetech gold valves, they're
 a gadget for killing hard bumps. From memory
 were dear as fk..
The "gold" just means shiny brass, work by spring-loaded
 disc popping open at the set pressure, simple-as...
Can wind them down or up to suit, just a bolt with a spring on it,
 main "valve" just 3 big holes.. They let the fork
 oil blast through and smooths hard jarring
 from pot-holes or mean bumps.  If savvy you could probably rig some sort of home-made ones for a couple of bucks without too much drama
 

[SCARFEY]

I use these
https://www.fullforceracing.com.au/plex-valves

[Christian Raith]

http://xs11.com.au/Info/Racetech/Gold%20Valve%20Emulator/EMULATOR%20FITTING%20REQUIREMENTS%20FOR.docx

http://xs11.com.au/Info/Racetech/Gold%20Valve%20Emulator/EMULATOR%20TUNING%20GUIDE.docx

http://xs11.com.au/Info/Racetech/Gold%20Valve%20Emulator/FEGV_Emulators.xlsx

http://xs11.com.au/Info/Racetech/Gold%20Valve%20Emulator/Gold%20Valve%20Instructions.pdf

http://xs11.com.au/Info/Racetech/Gold%20Valve%20Emulator/Racetech%20Emulator.docx
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[AussiXS11G]

here is a better pic.... only preload and damping adjustment - it's only the springs that are new....

[BrettS]

They look like they will do the job Bryan. Do these have rebound adjustment as well?
I am very close to bottoming out on mine not sure if I can adjust that out but they do feel very good so far?

[AussiXS11G]

OK fitted and very cool - a nice ride with plenty of travel, just need to set the preload to ideal and
I will be happy - well happier that is....at low speed the outcome is what I hoped for.....
I will be happy if the high speed behaviour is sorted too...

[AussiXS11G]

the front end setup is in some ways driven by the rear......I have long suffered from a "too hard" rear setup
the Bitubo shocks, while set with the lightest spring rate that Bitubo supply, have driven the front causing a bouncing motion
on some surfaces with a "weave" effect on fast sweepers.
So.....
these springs have a free length of 260mm, an ID of 40.5mm and are comprised of 8.5mm wire - with a spring rate of 2.4kg/mm


these new bespoke springs have the same free length, ID, are comprised of 8.0mm wire - with a spring rate of 2.2kg/mm


can't wait to fit them......

[BrettS]

Thanks Bryan, I had already linked them in my above post 

[AussiXS11G]

these folks are the aussi Bitubo importers - also stock Raask, etc etc....have a browse...

http://www.motorcycle-parts.com.au/

[BrettS]

Thanks Melbs, I was so set on race tech for the front forks now I look I am having trouble sourcing the model info to purchase? They do have a retail outlet in Sydney called Shock treatment. They seem like a one stop shop full of advice. As long as the prices are not exorbitant

[melbxs]

YSS have 3 different options and also do the fork valve emulators. The Adelaide shop are very well thought of from what I've read.

http://www.suspensionshop.org/VIEW.php?brand=21&txtSearch=XS+1100+%2F+S&cmdSearch=Show+Model#searchview

[BrettS]

Thanks Bryan I think I will definatly go with the Race tech Emulator setup for the front forks.

I now have the Bitubo rear shocks on my list of possibilities. I found this site http://www.motorcycle-parts.com.au/Twin_Shocks.htm that seems to give a brief run down. I guess I would go for the VME grade but is there only one type for the XS1100 or can I stipulate a spring rate?
What rate did you get?

I am starting to think I might get a decent brake and suspension package for about $1000 but this shopping is hard work   

[AussiXS11G]

hello Bretts
I have the setup you see - continuous rate Racetec springs, the gold emulators, (drilled fork components as specified by Racetec)
the preload needs to be set and can be a bit finicky to do.
I am using Bitubo rear shocks but the spring rate is a little heavy - I havent been able to determine by how much or acquire replacements as yet and am compensating by keeping the preload light.
My steering head angle has been modified (steeper by 1 degree) and the rear shocks are longer giving the machine a more sporty aspect than the stock machine. It steers quicker.....

hope this helps
Bryan 

[BrettS]

Hey Bryan I am looking at updating the suspension on mine, I was thinking race tech modification for the front forks and hagon shocks for the back.
What setup have you got now and how is that working for you?