KX Riders

Maintenance & Technical => KX500 Original => Topic started by: fitter on May 17, 2012, 10:28:12 AM

Title: 1990 KX500 forks
Post by: fitter on May 17, 2012, 10:28:12 AM

Hi guys,

I bought a 1990 KX500 recently and am wondering what can be done with the suspension.  Will it handle ok with heavied fork springs and a rear spring?  Or should I look around for newer forks for it?  I am going to be trail riding mainly.  What weight springs would you suggest for it?

Thanks

Fitter

Title: Re: 1990 KX500 forks
Post by: Foxx4Beaver on May 18, 2012, 05:03:34 AM

Don't know how much money you're looking to spend...but it might be in your interest to call Factory Connection.For what type of riding you'll be doing,I see no need to get newer forks/shock.A good re-valve and possibly heavier springs should set you up just fine.


       http://factoryconnection.com/index2.htm

Title: Re: 1990 KX500 forks
Post by: Rhyno on May 18, 2012, 08:37:01 AM

My suspension was worked over before I got it, but it only has stiffer springs.  That's not to say that you don't need "re-valving."

I weigh 250 with gear, and my sag is correct, as to what is "recommended."  I have a Pink rear spring, but don't know what the rating is.

My only partial complaint is the seat height.  I am 6'1" and have a 37" inseam, and I knee the rear fender, sometimes.  Maybe I am just gettin' old, though.

-Rhyno