Anybody running 170mm up front?

[Gutch]

Not much difference, but wondering if it still corners well? Any experience with 170?

 

[LexC]

I’m running 180 up front with the rear chip in high. It’s certainly a little bit less willing to lean in than before but overall the package is better suited for the riding I enjoy. My times have only gotten better regardless of how it felt ;-)

It’s also something you get used to dealing with. I don’t think you will really notice a difference with 170 upfront, and If you do you can always run a little more sag on the forks and gain a plusher ride too while keeping the geometry very close to stock.

 

[Jamo]

Yes, only because the forks i wanted were only available in 170. difference is barely noticeable - flat corners feel marginally worse to turn in but i do wonder if its probably more of a confirmation bias thing going on in my head, not convinced i’d notice if it were a blind test.....

 

[Gutch]

Thanks for the replies guys, I believe I will install the 170 shaft. My Decoy was 170-160 mullet and I really liked the “chopper” stance.

 

[Jamo]

with 170 38’s

 

[Gutch]

with 170 38’s View attachment 57436

Nice bike! How’s the X2 working out for you?

 

[Jamo]

Still trialing a few settings. Not quite where i hoped/expected it to feel but getting close.