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kiwimonster:
hey guys what is the best solution to get a stiffer rear end, im 152kgs and the poor old rear end is crap under all that abuse. stiffer spring rate maybe any one else here of a large framed type.  i have heard of revalve but im not to sure what that means, the front ends fine just the rear. can the rear oil be thicker like you can in the front. cheers for any info. :evil:

bigbellybob:
have you set your sag? this is a good right up on setting sag. the sag needs to be set first then look into changing stuff

http://www.harrymoto.com/MX/RaceSag/set_your_race_sag.htm

dsrtrider:
what problems are you having with your shock?  is it kicking, bottoming, ???

don46:
The first step in any suspension tuning requires the proper spring rate for your weight, a revalve may help but it isn't the answer. Start with the proper springs, use bigbelly bobs link for setup, and then you may want consider a revalve. Bear in mind I'm assuming the springs are to soft, typically a 500 was set up for a 160, 170 lbs person.

good luck

BDI:
Like dsrtrider asked what exactly is the bike doing? If your shock looses the nitrogen charge that will cause the rear end to feel like crap do to the loss of rebound controle. You could have multiple problems. To soft of springs, low nitrogen and or badly adjusted clickers. We need more info. :-)

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