Keefer talks about suspension clicker settings and the proper way to go about getting a better feeling motorcycle out on the track. This is for beginners that need to learn the basics.
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@chummy222 ай бұрын
This is honestly awesome information been riding for 18 years and never had anyone lay it out like keefer everyone tries to make it sound more complex then it is, run this series for everything kris talk tires motors gear whatveer im tuning in
@moto34632 ай бұрын
The bike looks sick, thanks for the tech info Keefer.
@cnosigamer2 ай бұрын
I'm really glad for each video you record!
@ShiftGearsMoto2 ай бұрын
The west/east coast suggestions was really helpful. Thanks for the video!
@STAFFIHOUND2 ай бұрын
This is great information and well explained.
@reineherrera88972 ай бұрын
Just as a tip to the tip…the first click (out) from fully seated is not “1”, it is “0”. Always needed this as a reminder when writing/referencing settings for baselines.
@davidneys7022 ай бұрын
Not true, did you not listen
@reineherrera88972 ай бұрын
Keefer liked the comment. Did you not see?
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
Just to be clear, when we do testing once the clicker gets hard and it stops, back out is considered one. This is normal for production “clicker setting numbers”.
@reineherrera88972 ай бұрын
@@Keeferinctesting I’d be interested in knowing what the zero setting is that I find in my service manual. I can’t imagine the OEM suggesting to ride around with the clicker past the last click and fully seated.
@Ghost207652 ай бұрын
@@reineherrera8897exactly. Dont believe everything Queefer tells you… buddy should stick to his day job of thinking he is the perfect parent
@frankcraymerdds38752 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info, always helps.
@mikeyp9894Ай бұрын
You the man Kris! Good stuff!
@Marc757Ай бұрын
Keefer, you are a moto treasure.
@LilLefty272 ай бұрын
Awesome video. The average Joe likely knows very little about suspension, including me. Saved this video for future reference 👍
@Joe-pb3lx2 ай бұрын
good info....thanks, my bike was diving in corners
@michaelledoux526123 күн бұрын
I was having trouble on a2005 CRF450 and had the bike re-valved softer spring. I got in touch with Race Tec and what I got from the conversation was damping, damping, damping. It takes me a while, well I just bought a new 2023 YZ250X and I was struggling, then the light came back on and I adjusted the damping no softer spring and it worked.
@cdog21452 ай бұрын
Thankyou brother, your doing allot for the sport. Love from UK, get yo ass back to foxhills 🤠
@alexarmstrong11342 ай бұрын
thanks Keefer
@doug_errickson2 ай бұрын
A keefer channel?!?! Sub'd!
@ballou17772 ай бұрын
Clear as mud
@hoerenj0ng1412 ай бұрын
Good tips overall. Keep in mind fork rebound has a large effect on cornering as well and it is not explained a lot in these types of videos. The correct amount of rebound dampening is needed to properly settle and follow through in the corner. Also, for pure sand typically a slower rebound is recommended rather than a faster one
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
In most cases yes, sand requires slower rebound but if you’re going in on comp/LSC then sometimes you’ll need to speed up rebound to compensate but I wasn’t trying to make this video too complicated. Simple basics then we can break down suspension more in a part two slightly longer video. 👍🏻
@hoerenj0ng1412 ай бұрын
@@Keeferinctesting Thanks, I think myself and a lot of others would really appreciate an in depth video or podcast (perhaps with a suspension expert) with tips how to tackle the most common handling or suspension issues by using just the clickers and fork oil level etc. I feel a lot of guys get stuck in a window where the bike feels fairly balanced and are afraid to move out of that. To me it was a revelation just how much the KTM app recommends closing clickers on sand and it helps the cornering stability a lot.
@johnwilkes88472 ай бұрын
Clickers feel like black magic. I can get a setting that feels unbeatable in corners but like booty in the chop. Then I can find a setting that’s good on jumps and chop but it’s booty in the corners. I’ve pretty much given up. I set them to your recommended clicker settings for the 22 yz450 and leave it at that.
@ExitwoundstudioАй бұрын
Isn’t that cool!!! 2 questions; Let’s say we are 12 clicks out on the fork compression we should be somewhat close to 12 clicks out on rebound? 12 clicks out on compression and 1 click out on rebound would not be acceptable? I saw on the newest KTM factory edition there is a connectivity option. Is there a connectivity option or upgrade for a 2011 KTM 350 SXF? Thank you.
@teeniorcitizen85372 ай бұрын
Kris, I don’t have a Kawasaki… could you please do a video like this for a Husqvarna? By the way, I have a Two-Stroke if that makes a difference. Thank You!
@brap101512 ай бұрын
Yeah Kris. Go out and buy every brand bike 4 stroke and 2 strokes and do a video on each so teeniorcitizen8537 can understand… serious mate?
@davidmoore_7232 ай бұрын
Same rules apply regardless of motorcycle or more importantly suspension brand.
@teeniorcitizen85372 ай бұрын
@@davidmoore_723 Thanks, but I have a Two-Stroke. I’ve emailed Kris and I’m sure he’ll get back to me.
@jakerivets22492 ай бұрын
🤣
@jakerivets22492 ай бұрын
@@teeniorcitizen8537 🤣
@michaelanderson17272 ай бұрын
Is there a general rule of thumb for clickers and rebound? If i go out two or three clicks, what should i be doing with rebound?
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
It’s a preference thing and I didn’t want to make it harder for beginners to learn. Usually there is a 2 for 1. Every two clicks in on compression, go one out faster on rebound. Also vice versa. 2 out on compression, one in on rebound. This will be in written version this week on my website.
@zacka16127 күн бұрын
Do you go in or out on rebound to make rebound faster?
@Skate4362 ай бұрын
🤟🤟
@seandavchrsn2 ай бұрын
Cheers Keef-diggy! Post up anything you consider helpful. -S.
@ryankittelstad2 ай бұрын
I though if your on 1 on rebound per say,that’s the fastest the fork will shoot back up. Is that wrong?
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
1 means, 1 out. That is slow.
@joshb692009Ай бұрын
What would you recommend for a 2023 yzf250 hardback conditions intermediate level rider. Clicker wise
@jdc9128Ай бұрын
I have same bike in same conditions , what weight are you ?
@joshb692009Ай бұрын
I’m 70kg or 155 pounds, help would be appreciated
@joshb692009Ай бұрын
I’ve had my springs changed I just need clicker settings. Thanks
@jdc9128Ай бұрын
4.2 springs front and 48 for rear for your weight ? Set sag and clickers in stock settings then work from there , hard to say clickers as it's down to the day on the track and your speed , see how stock feels ,maybe need to speed up rebound a little to account for small chattery bumps
@joshb692009Ай бұрын
4.6 on the front which is stock and I’ve got a 45 n k-tech spring on the rear. I feel like the front is good. Yesterday I was riding a very hard pack track braking and accelerating bumps. And I was feeling a lot of chatter when going hard in and out of corners. 👍🏽
@mxer5022 ай бұрын
How sensitive are clickers on WP components?
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
One click at a time. Fairly sensitive.
@goodtimeswithcorey2 ай бұрын
Always hear you refer to high speed as ride height . But doesnt low speed control pitching and squatting considering these are low shaft speed movements and the high speed is for taking hits and bumps/ hard edge stuff. Low speed is what i use to control ride height on mtn bikes
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
In the world of dirt bikes, HSC actually affects ride height on/off throttle more than LSC. LSC can control some on throttle damping characteristics, of course but HSC affects the bike more statically. I’m not a suspension tech, I’m just a test guy that gives those other guys feedback. Most suspension techs will agree if you don’t want to mess with your sag, HSC can help balance of bike on/off throttle.
@scottashton65332 ай бұрын
Are you from Pittsburgh I went to school with a Chris Keefer
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
No, sir.
@mikemeeks81222 ай бұрын
Is that Matthes humble abode?
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
Sir, Matthes place is much bigger and better than this place. 😂
@h20mxracer2222 ай бұрын
Thanks! Is that what $70k/year house looks like? I'm definitely doing something wrong..
@Keeferinctesting2 ай бұрын
High Dez 70K is different than most. 😝
@h20mxracer2222 ай бұрын
@@Keeferinctesting Beautiful area and home. Impressive.