K2 / Proflex Riders Group
General => Tech Forum => Topic started by: Akagi on April 05, 2006, 01:41:30 pm
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Are the front and rear shock (they are NR1s) and springs interchangable? They look to be the same.
I want to throw my current front spring on the rear shock. And see what my options are for a new front shock, or maybe just get a lighter spring.
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If I recall correctly, the rear springs are usually about twice as "heavy" as the front ones. I know one of my LBS's has a front SmartShock, and if I recall correctly, it's got a 225 or 250 lb spring on it. That's way too light for a rear shock.
Also, depending on what frame you have, the length and eyelet configuration may be different...
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shocks not interchangeable at all on a strut bike....
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If I recall correctly, the rear springs are usually about twice as "heavy" as the front ones. I know one of my LBS's has a front SmartShock, and if I recall correctly, it's got a 225 or 250 lb spring on it. That's way too light for a rear shock.
Also, depending on what frame you have, the length and eyelet configuration may be different...
I weigh around 130, So I think a 200 pound spring for the rear (which is rated up to 140 pounds) shoudl be good for a couple of years, before my slowing metabolism catches up :P
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Akagi,
Yeah... that sounds like about the right spring. There is a spring table somewhere on this site. It's very useful.
Remember, if your rear damper is in decent shape, it will overcome such a light spring. You may have to change to a very light oil for a 200# spring.
Enjoy,
Will