| Problem |
Solution |
Back
End Kicks |
Too much compression
damping
Spring rate is too stiff
Not enough sag
Too much rebound damping
Linkage bearings not lubricated |
|
|
| Bottoms
Out |
Too much sag
Not enough compression damping
Spring is too soft
Shock fluid worn
Leaking seal
Low nitrogen pressure |
|
|
| Rear
End Swaps |
Too much compression
damping
Not enough rebound damping
Incorrect spring rate
It is important to know whether the shock is
too harsh or too soft
to properly diagnose swapping |
|
|
| Feels
Loose |
Not enough rebound
damping
Low speed compression too soft |
|
|
| Not
enough Traction |
Too much rebound
damping
Too much compression damping
Tire pressure too high
Spring rate too stiff
Not enough sag |
|
|
| Shock
sticks down |
Linkage needs
maintenance
Shock staff bent
|
