Gauging interest for lowering springs for the KFX-700

**mike@bwoodyperformance** · 08-25-2009, 03:39 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Kenny4

Quote: Originally Posted by mike@bwoodyperformance

Quote: Originally Posted by Kenny4

Mike---The ones you sold Twyztid were 50/180 fr and 160/300 rear---What are you trying now---Thanks

Kenny

Mine are 50/180 front, 185/345 rear personnally I think the ones I have are the ticket. I have had riders from 160lbs to 280lbs think the ride is incredible and say they wouldn't change a thing. Twyztid also purchased a 185/345 rear along with the prototype set.

When you try another set---I'll take dibs on the set you have on now

Kenny

Sorry, Im sticking with the ones I have now.

kfx700_ryder · 08-26-2009, 06:50 AM

how does this effect handling for tight woods sections? i know going from my z440 to this bike, the front end dives and pushs pretty bad. My Z handled like it was on rails. Im hoping these springs will make a big difference due to lowering the bike slightly. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Im going to get a set, but i wanted to ask that while im waiting on paypal.

**twyztid** · 08-26-2009, 07:01 PM

I don't think you will ever get that "on rails" feeling out of a V but these springs may make the ride more comfortable. The only person that currently has a set of these springs installed yet is Mike that started this thread. I have purchased a set but still have to install them and get some ride time on them to see what they feel like. I am sure they are going to be better than stock but it is a matter of finding out how MUCH better they are.

agent-kfx-700 · 08-26-2009, 07:09 PM

Jezz just put the springs on and let us know how they ride already. I am in the process of buying Christmas presents and I think Santa may bring me and my wife a set of those springs.

**twyztid** · 08-26-2009, 07:11 PM

Well, I've got PLENTY of time to give you some good feedback then if you aren't going to get them until Christmas.

A little early for buying Christmas presents, isn't it?

noclue500 · 08-27-2009, 06:37 AM

I am interested in a set. I tried to read thru this entire thread. I am 195lbs. The OE shocks beat me up when riding on rough trails at higher speeds. I am looking for a softer ride or something to reduce the harshness. Its an ATV. I realize its not a Lexus

. But, I do NOT want the machine any lower than stock. I do NOT want to adversley effect the handling by making the springs too soft and causing the machine to push in a turn or sway excessively.

So...what spring rate set should I use ? I would like them in OE lime green. Who do I order from?

Thanks!!!!

**twyztid** · 08-27-2009, 06:56 AM

I don't think you can have both a softer ride and no lowering. You may find a spring that won't sit any lower without you on it but I am pretty sure that any spring that has a softer ride will have more sag when you get on the quad.

**mike@bwoodyperformance** · 08-27-2009, 07:43 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by noclue500

I am interested in a set. I tried to read thru this entire thread. I am 195lbs. The OE shocks beat me up when riding on rough trails at higher speeds. I am looking for a softer ride or something to reduce the harshness. Its an ATV. I realize its not a Lexus

. But, I do NOT want the machine any lower than stock. I do NOT want to adversley effect the handling by making the springs too soft and causing the machine to push in a turn or sway excessively.

So...what spring rate set should I use ? I would like them in OE lime green. Who do I order from?

Thanks!!!!

No matter what, if you go with a softer ride your going to loose a little ground clearance, if your 195lbs your not going too loose much about an inch. You would need the 50/180 fronts and the 185/345 rears. I have 6 sets instock and will sell them for $195. shipped any single stage color, my number is 410-676-1042 (ask for mike).

noclue500 · 08-27-2009, 09:06 AM

Mike,

Can you please tell me what rates are available?

Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by mike@bwoodyperformance

Quote: Originally Posted by noclue500

I am interested in a set. I tried to read thru this entire thread. I am 195lbs. The OE shocks beat me up when riding on rough trails at higher speeds. I am looking for a softer ride or something to reduce the harshness. Its an ATV. I realize its not a Lexus

. But, I do NOT want the machine any lower than stock. I do NOT want to adversley effect the handling by making the springs too soft and causing the machine to push in a turn or sway excessively.

So...what spring rate set should I use ? I would like them in OE lime green. Who do I order from?

Thanks!!!!

No matter what, if you go with a softer ride your going to loose a little ground clearance, if your 195lbs your not going too loose much about an inch. You would need the 50/180 fronts and the 185/345 rears. I have 6 sets instock and will sell them for $195. shipped any single stage color, my number is 410-676-1042 (ask for mike).

**mike@bwoodyperformance** · 08-27-2009, 09:54 AM

only 1 rate is available for the front 50/180

the rears have 2 rates available 160/300 and 185/345

08-25-2009, 03:39 PM	#101
mike@bwoodyperformance Premium Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: May 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 170 (0)	Quote: Originally Posted by Kenny4 Quote: Originally Posted by mike@bwoodyperformance Quote: Originally Posted by Kenny4 Mike---The ones you sold Twyztid were 50/180 fr and 160/300 rear---What are you trying now---Thanks Kenny Mine are 50/180 front, 185/345 rear personnally I think the ones I have are the ticket. I have had riders from 160lbs to 280lbs think the ride is incredible and say they wouldn't change a thing. Twyztid also purchased a 185/345 rear along with the prototype set. When you try another set---I'll take dibs on the set you have on now Kenny Sorry, Im sticking with the ones I have now. __________________ 2009 Renegade X (HID Conversion, Stock) 2009 Polaris RZR (muzzy, power commander, BWoody snorkel kit, clutch limiter removed) 2009 KFX 700 V-Force (AMR 730 BBK, Muzzy SUper Pro, Venforcer +4, xx cams, AMR p&p heads, +1.5 int. +1 ext. Valves, crossover intakes, 6 degree key, Trailtech clamp, trailtech vapor, 12 hole mod, velocity stacks, Twin air filter, maroon clutch spring, custom BWoody oil catch can, Plethora of green powdercoating) 2009 Polaris 850 XP LE(HID, Super Swampers ITP rims) 2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI Touring (AAen slip on, HMF tuner, K&N) 2009 Polaris Sportsman 300 2006 Polaris Hawkeye 300 2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8 (392 stroker 530 whp) 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 (11.27@122) 2005 Viper SRT-10 Truck (Beater...lol) 2004 Dodge Viper (941whp 984Tq) 2004 Dodge neon (10.43 @ 136) 1968 Road Runner 440 6 pack

08-26-2009, 07:01 PM	#103
twyztid Premium Member Feedback Score: 5 reviews Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 2,240 (8)	I don't think you will ever get that "on rails" feeling out of a V but these springs may make the ride more comfortable. The only person that currently has a set of these springs installed yet is Mike that started this thread. I have purchased a set but still have to install them and get some ride time on them to see what they feel like. I am sure they are going to be better than stock but it is a matter of finding out how MUCH better they are. __________________ ... '04 Green KFX730 Fundy 11.1:1 Pistons, FST Stage 2 cams, Ceramic-coated Muzzy Exhaust, +4 Swingarm Extension, 12-Hole Mod, UPP Cross-over Intakes, 6* Timing Advance Key, #43 drilled main jets, #42 pilots, needles 1.2mm shimmed, Spark Plug Boot Mod, Elka Front Shocks, Revalved Rear Shock w/ Road Magnet Spring, TrailTech X-bars/Clamp, Pro-Armor nerfs--bumper--grab bar, 25x12-10 10-paddle Skat-Trak Extremes on 10x11 wheels, EPI Almond Spring w/ 2 shims... 5.655 in 300' sand drags with stock bolt-on motor (haven't raced the 730 yet) '04 Orange KFX700 DMC Afterburner Quiet4 Dual Exhaust, 12-hole Airbox Mod, 180f/182r main jets, shimmed needles, 6* Timing Advance Key, Spark Plug Boot Mod, Road Magnet Suspension Springs, 24x11-10 8-paddle Skat-Trak Extremes on 10x10 wheels, EPI Pink Spring 26x12-12 16-Paddle or 8-Paddle Tires for sale

08-26-2009, 07:09 PM	#104
agent-kfx-700 Senior Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: klamath falls , or/ Grants Pass, or Posts: 204 (0)	put the springs on already Jezz just put the springs on and let us know how they ride already. I am in the process of buying Christmas presents and I think Santa may bring me and my wife a set of those springs. __________________ Kfx 700 (05) Maier Blue with scooby-doo. AC nerfbars, DG pro bumper, pro armor grab bar, Dalton o/b spring, Dalton overdrive cover, open air box mod, jetted 176,178 LTE dual Exhaust, skat trak 22x11x10 extremes 10 paddle., (super ninja speed enhancer)//Wifes kfx700 (06) meteor blue IG (broken plastic),DG bumper, Pro Armor grab bar, and dg nerfbars, 22,11,10 skat extremes 10 paddle on C-series,Dalton o/b spring, LTE dual exhaust open air box jetted 176/176

08-26-2009, 07:11 PM	#105
twyztid Premium Member Feedback Score: 5 reviews Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 2,240 (8)	Well, I've got PLENTY of time to give you some good feedback then if you aren't going to get them until Christmas. A little early for buying Christmas presents, isn't it? __________________ ... '04 Green KFX730 Fundy 11.1:1 Pistons, FST Stage 2 cams, Ceramic-coated Muzzy Exhaust, +4 Swingarm Extension, 12-Hole Mod, UPP Cross-over Intakes, 6* Timing Advance Key, #43 drilled main jets, #42 pilots, needles 1.2mm shimmed, Spark Plug Boot Mod, Elka Front Shocks, Revalved Rear Shock w/ Road Magnet Spring, TrailTech X-bars/Clamp, Pro-Armor nerfs--bumper--grab bar, 25x12-10 10-paddle Skat-Trak Extremes on 10x11 wheels, EPI Almond Spring w/ 2 shims... 5.655 in 300' sand drags with stock bolt-on motor (haven't raced the 730 yet) '04 Orange KFX700 DMC Afterburner Quiet4 Dual Exhaust, 12-hole Airbox Mod, 180f/182r main jets, shimmed needles, 6* Timing Advance Key, Spark Plug Boot Mod, Road Magnet Suspension Springs, 24x11-10 8-paddle Skat-Trak Extremes on 10x10 wheels, EPI Pink Spring 26x12-12 16-Paddle or 8-Paddle Tires for sale

08-27-2009, 06:37 AM	#106
noclue500 Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 75 (0)	I am interested in a set. I tried to read thru this entire thread. I am 195lbs. The OE shocks beat me up when riding on rough trails at higher speeds. I am looking for a softer ride or something to reduce the harshness. Its an ATV. I realize its not a Lexus. But, I do NOT want the machine any lower than stock. I do NOT want to adversley effect the handling by making the springs too soft and causing the machine to push in a turn or sway excessively. So...what spring rate set should I use ? I would like them in OE lime green. Who do I order from? Thanks!!!!

08-26-2009, 06:50 AM	#102
kfx700_ryder Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 33 (0)	how does this effect handling for tight woods sections? i know going from my z440 to this bike, the front end dives and pushs pretty bad. My Z handled like it was on rails. Im hoping these springs will make a big difference due to lowering the bike slightly. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Im going to get a set, but i wanted to ask that while im waiting on paypal.

08-27-2009, 06:56 AM	#107
twyztid Premium Member Feedback Score: 5 reviews Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 2,240 (8)	I don't think you can have both a softer ride and no lowering. You may find a spring that won't sit any lower without you on it but I am pretty sure that any spring that has a softer ride will have more sag when you get on the quad. __________________ ... '04 Green KFX730 Fundy 11.1:1 Pistons, FST Stage 2 cams, Ceramic-coated Muzzy Exhaust, +4 Swingarm Extension, 12-Hole Mod, UPP Cross-over Intakes, 6* Timing Advance Key, #43 drilled main jets, #42 pilots, needles 1.2mm shimmed, Spark Plug Boot Mod, Elka Front Shocks, Revalved Rear Shock w/ Road Magnet Spring, TrailTech X-bars/Clamp, Pro-Armor nerfs--bumper--grab bar, 25x12-10 10-paddle Skat-Trak Extremes on 10x11 wheels, EPI Almond Spring w/ 2 shims... 5.655 in 300' sand drags with stock bolt-on motor (haven't raced the 730 yet) '04 Orange KFX700 DMC Afterburner Quiet4 Dual Exhaust, 12-hole Airbox Mod, 180f/182r main jets, shimmed needles, 6* Timing Advance Key, Spark Plug Boot Mod, Road Magnet Suspension Springs, 24x11-10 8-paddle Skat-Trak Extremes on 10x10 wheels, EPI Pink Spring 26x12-12 16-Paddle or 8-Paddle Tires for sale

08-27-2009, 07:43 AM	#108
mike@bwoodyperformance Premium Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: May 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 170 (0)	Quote: Originally Posted by noclue500 I am interested in a set. I tried to read thru this entire thread. I am 195lbs. The OE shocks beat me up when riding on rough trails at higher speeds. I am looking for a softer ride or something to reduce the harshness. Its an ATV. I realize its not a Lexus. But, I do NOT want the machine any lower than stock. I do NOT want to adversley effect the handling by making the springs too soft and causing the machine to push in a turn or sway excessively. So...what spring rate set should I use ? I would like them in OE lime green. Who do I order from? Thanks!!!! No matter what, if you go with a softer ride your going to loose a little ground clearance, if your 195lbs your not going too loose much about an inch. You would need the 50/180 fronts and the 185/345 rears. I have 6 sets instock and will sell them for $195. shipped any single stage color, my number is 410-676-1042 (ask for mike). __________________ 2009 Renegade X (HID Conversion, Stock) 2009 Polaris RZR (muzzy, power commander, BWoody snorkel kit, clutch limiter removed) 2009 KFX 700 V-Force (AMR 730 BBK, Muzzy SUper Pro, Venforcer +4, xx cams, AMR p&p heads, +1.5 int. +1 ext. Valves, crossover intakes, 6 degree key, Trailtech clamp, trailtech vapor, 12 hole mod, velocity stacks, Twin air filter, maroon clutch spring, custom BWoody oil catch can, Plethora of green powdercoating) 2009 Polaris 850 XP LE(HID, Super Swampers ITP rims) 2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI Touring (AAen slip on, HMF tuner, K&N) 2009 Polaris Sportsman 300 2006 Polaris Hawkeye 300 2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8 (392 stroker 530 whp) 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 (11.27@122) 2005 Viper SRT-10 Truck (Beater...lol) 2004 Dodge Viper (941whp 984Tq) 2004 Dodge neon (10.43 @ 136) 1968 Road Runner 440 6 pack

08-27-2009, 09:06 AM	#109
noclue500 Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 75 (0)	Mike, Can you please tell me what rates are available? Thanks! Quote: Originally Posted by mike@bwoodyperformance Quote: Originally Posted by noclue500 I am interested in a set. I tried to read thru this entire thread. I am 195lbs. The OE shocks beat me up when riding on rough trails at higher speeds. I am looking for a softer ride or something to reduce the harshness. Its an ATV. I realize its not a Lexus. But, I do NOT want the machine any lower than stock. I do NOT want to adversley effect the handling by making the springs too soft and causing the machine to push in a turn or sway excessively. So...what spring rate set should I use ? I would like them in OE lime green. Who do I order from? Thanks!!!! No matter what, if you go with a softer ride your going to loose a little ground clearance, if your 195lbs your not going too loose much about an inch. You would need the 50/180 fronts and the 185/345 rears. I have 6 sets instock and will sell them for $195. shipped any single stage color, my number is 410-676-1042 (ask for mike).

08-27-2009, 09:54 AM	#110
mike@bwoodyperformance Premium Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Join Date: May 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 170 (0)	only 1 rate is available for the front 50/180 the rears have 2 rates available 160/300 and 185/345 __________________ 2009 Renegade X (HID Conversion, Stock) 2009 Polaris RZR (muzzy, power commander, BWoody snorkel kit, clutch limiter removed) 2009 KFX 700 V-Force (AMR 730 BBK, Muzzy SUper Pro, Venforcer +4, xx cams, AMR p&p heads, +1.5 int. +1 ext. Valves, crossover intakes, 6 degree key, Trailtech clamp, trailtech vapor, 12 hole mod, velocity stacks, Twin air filter, maroon clutch spring, custom BWoody oil catch can, Plethora of green powdercoating) 2009 Polaris 850 XP LE(HID, Super Swampers ITP rims) 2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI Touring (AAen slip on, HMF tuner, K&N) 2009 Polaris Sportsman 300 2006 Polaris Hawkeye 300 2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8 (392 stroker 530 whp) 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 (11.27@122) 2005 Viper SRT-10 Truck (Beater...lol) 2004 Dodge Viper (941whp 984Tq) 2004 Dodge neon (10.43 @ 136) 1968 Road Runner 440 6 pack

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