Hi I have gone from a Tuono R to ST3 in last few weeks, one issue i do have in my early days with the Triumph is that the suspension on standard settings is just as harsh and crashy as Aprilia was. i was hoping for a more comfortable ride on our 'pool table' perfect roads we have in uk !! I also carry pillions regulary (they love bigger perch and grab rail) has anyone tweeked suspension or knows a specialist in North West, I live on The Wirral who could undertake the task, most people you speak to including the dealers say leave standard settings well alone! what's the point in having infinitely adjustable suspension if you are not to touch it to improve ride for your needs? I see someone had fitted Nitro shock and new forks gubbins to an 2007 but don't want to go down that very expensive route if possible. Any ideas/experince guys please ?
Guys this is not looking good 14 reviews and not a sniff of any ideas! Does that mean we have to live with the suspension ?:redface:
Mine was a bit harsh so I just adjusted to the soft settings in the manual.It's a bit better. I fiddled with the front as well but didn't like it so put that back to standard.
I think these guys are good. motorcycle spares, tuning, suspension accessories, suzuki Not to far from you I had my 08 set up,it was worth it.
If you go into any suspension service centre they will set your suspension up for your weight for £50, there's a few around Manchester also In Front motorcycles Saltney outside Chester.
I used HM racing in Kent.. Miles away from you... But would just Google and find someone.. Kais if near you are very good.
got a detailed replyfrom Maxton yesterday, seem to know what they are on about and describe the main faults with SIII suspension and what they can offer to cure them. several options costing more as you read on ! So will have to save up beers tokens i think Solution for front end is new cassettes, back end new spring rated for your weight and set up is cheapest option but no recommended ( they say Triumph OEM shock not rebuildable?) so then you are looking at one of three new units they can supply, that's when it starts getting expensive. May just go for front end first as that's what crashes over the potholes etc!
Get a set up its the best of both worlds..... you call a suspension shop and think your not going to get an upsell your an Idiot.... They sell suspension, springs and fork kits and rebuilds..... they are not going to offer /recommend something that could take cash out of their till... Yes it may be better if they can sell you a £400+ rear shock, but are you going to use it? Pretty sure a proper set up at circa £70-100 will give you a happy medium and keep some of the beer token in your pocket.....or the pub.
What year S3 is this on Scouser? If its on a new bike, the components on it should be good enough to give a marked improvement for you once set up for your weight and its not going to cost the earth to try it....as someone mentioned its about £50 for a set up. I had the bouncy bits set up on my 2005 1050 and it was better than stock settings but not a vast improvement (the shock and forks weren't as good quality back then). I ended up going with re-valved forks and a new rear shock from Maxton and its transformed the bike. Really stable mid corner and none of the crashing I had before. You can also really drive out of the corners which is fun ;-). I decided to do it after riding a 2012 S3.....the only place I felt it was significantly better than my 2005 was mid-corner and as mines a keeper I decided to splash out to make it a little more perfect! Richard at Maxton was brilliant and happy to discuss what I needed. Nows the time to get it done as they are past the racing season so should have time to do your work quickly....Ive heard it can take 6 weeks during road racing season but I have mine back within a week.
Less than the cost of chopping in the 2005 for a 2013 :biggrin: It was basically a grand. The forks were £330 + VAT and fitting of £110. The shock was £415 + VAT. I didnt bother with the remote reservoir for compression as I don't carry pillion at all. A couple of minutes to increase pre-load if going on track is all it takes. For me, on my bike, for the improvement, it's worth it.....but each to their own. I'm sure there are others who would say its not worth it, but the improvement is marked and its right for me....and like I say....she's a keeper!
My bike was the same, what I've found was the sag was to much on the front and back, so set the front to 31 mm and the back to 30 mm. I set rebound to let the bike rise unassisted and smooth. Took the bike out on a good run on tight bumpy roads and it's transformed. so much so that I'm keeping it standard. I almost bought aftermarket suspension aswell. Save myself a fortune .
