BR1 Suspension question

[Sean357]

I might be in a position to get my suspension done by BR1 soon (After I sell my old bike).

My question is: about how much have you guys paid for the complete package?

I see on the site that the fork service is 175, then it says not including parts and fluids. Are they talking about broken parts that need to be replaced or are they talking about the valves and shims?

$175 + valves + shims + fluid + worn parts = final price?

or

$175 + fluid + worn parts = final price?

I am sending them the same question, just know you guys will most likely respond faster.

If your not confortable posting the final price - could you please PM me with the price, I won't tell anyone.

Thanks,
Sean

[Sean357]

WOW!

Called and they answered right away - no voice mail. Answered all of my retarded questions with what I wanted to hear. Gave me a complete breakdown of what they do and why they do it.

The pricing for forks and shock to be done completely is about 500 - 700 dollars (includes labor, valves, shims, fluid, polishing, and a hand full of the normal parts that need to be replaced). That price is for my 2006 450. He said the older the bike the more parts that will need to be replaced.

[5150.4mx]

Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, without exception, who has used BR1's suspension work, has raved great things about it. I've never used it before, but I plan to in the very near future. I was just waiting for my suspension to break in. Can't wait to try them out.

[hrlyman]

Originally Posted by Sean357

WOW!

Called and they answered right away - no voice mail. Answered all of my retarded questions with what I wanted to hear. Gave me a complete breakdown of what they do and why they do it.

The pricing for forks and shock to be done completely is about 500 - 700 dollars (includes labor, valves, shims, fluid, polishing, and a hand full of the normal parts that need to be replaced). That price is for my 2006 450. He said the older the bike the more parts that will need to be replaced.

Thats nuts!!!!.... Try getting a quote from Dicks Racing just for sh&ts and grins! Dick's Racing - Motorcycle Suspension & Engine Modification Shop

I had blown my seals out at Stonyford and had my entire front end re-done for about $350 which included everything you have said.

[Sean357]

Originally Posted by hrlyman

Thats nuts!!!!.... Try getting a quote from Dicks Racing just for sh&ts and grins!

I had blown my seals out at Stonyford and had my entire front end re-done for about $350 which included everything you have said.

500 - 700 for everything on both front and rear including springs. Forgot to mention springs. He said it would be more like 600 - 650 for my bike, I wanted to leave a little room for adjustment.

[matte]

Originally Posted by hrlyman

Thats nuts!!!!.... Try getting a quote from Dicks Racing just for sh&ts and grins!

I had blown my seals out at Stonyford and had my entire front end re-done for about $350 which included everything you have said.

I think you misunderstood, the quote Sean got was for -both- (front and rear suspension) not each! (Unless Morgan recently doubled his prices).

[hrlyman]

Originally Posted by matte

I think you misunderstood, the quote Sean got was for -both- (front and rear suspension) not each! (Unless Morgan recently doubled his prices).

Well that makes much more sense then.... (didnt see the materials list)

can only add this:

if it is a relatively new bike and your a typical height and weight person which is what the orginal bike is designed for then the springs dont need to be changed, save your money for later. Ask them when they inspect the parts if they are worthy and get your use out of them.

IF your a heavy weight then you may need bigger springs....

[cbrown]

Can anyone point me to a resource (preferrably an un-biased resource) where I can find out what size springs I have on my bike and what size springs I should have for my weight and riding style?

[hrlyman]

Originally Posted by cbrown

Can anyone point me to a resource (preferrably an un-biased resource) where I can find out what size springs I have on my bike and what size springs I should have for my weight and riding style?

Chris youre no heavyweight!!!!
You should be able to get this info from your dealership mechanic for your bike or most of the guys at either BR1 or Dicks or any of them should know the spring specifications.

They typically make recommendations based upon your answers to your ability, riding style, type of riding (MX, spercross, enduro, scrambles, trails) there all different setups to a certain extent.

But most will use the stock springs unless you are an all-out wacked pro making a name for themselves and their sponsors....

[Sean357]

Yeah - I'm a little overweight and will need different springs.

A good site to see what springs you need for your weight and riding style is Race tech. I can't remember exaclty how to get to the right page, but it's in there somewhere.
Good Luck