[ChiangKawa]

Yesterday I upgraded my ER6f (2016) fork with Andreani Cartridge Kit (105/K07). Anyway things not seem and FEEL to be right. Diving, harsh, loss of traction...

I'm not sure if installation was correct as I can't help enough to adjust pre tension and/or compression/rebound. Today I found out that in the service they didn't put recommended fork fluid (Ohlin 1309) but filled with PUTOLINE HPX 10.
One BIG problem now is huge dive.

I'm going to bring the bike to another more reputable service tomorrow for inspection and fork oil change.

Local OHLIN representative said can't use PUTOLINE HPX 10. Ohlins 1309 not available here in Thailand but he recommended to put "OHLINs No. 20" (Visc. 98.1 cSt at 40 Deg). Is it good/okay? Viscosity pretty much different compared recommended Ohl.1309. How much this matters and which way?

PLEASE.

Someone, please give me proper and accurate information about oil. Also any other relevant comments and experiences are VERY welcome.
I want my bike to be rideable A.S.A.P.

Thanks.

 

[ChiangKawa]

Thanks. Anyway I found root problem for issue.

"As I suspected it, the kit type that you mentioned is intended for 2006 to 2010 model Er6-n bikes:
Andreani Misano Fork Cartridge Kit 105/K07 Kawasaki ER-6N 2006/2010.
Maybe this is the root of the problem as earlier models have a softer front fork.
When I changed my fork springs with year specific progressive ones my fork was still soft but much more informative and compliant.

Later model Er6n - f's have a very stiff front fork so make sure that the kit is intended for your model year Er"

Let's see how I can solve this in the end. I was far too naive and trusted this "Pro Superbike Service". Asked cartridge kit for 2016 model but got this :jerkit:

 

[ChiangKawa]

Okay.

Guys did fork job again. Changed correct oil. They did their best to readjust preload, as well compression and rebound. Anyway fork is still too soft for me. Someone could like this soft driving style but I like corner hard and I don’t have best feel of front. Also I feel in the corner front sinks and bike understeer.

I think springs are just too soft for my bike and driving style. I will change stiffer springs for cartridges if there are any suitable ones. Any recommendations?

I’m not going to try like "hard oil" or any other bad fix!

Thanks.

 

[ChiangKawa]

I want to once more clarify my syspension components for my bike, Kawasaki NINJA 650 EX650F, (2016 model year).

FORK: Andreani Cartridge Kit (105/K07)

REAR SHOCK: Ohlins Shock Absorber for Kawasaki ER-6 (KA 906)

Can anyone say clearly if it is possible make bike suspension working ideally with these components together?

In case yes OR no. What are the problems?

My headache just gets worse and worse!

Thanks again.

 

[ChiangKawa]

Will it cost more to get this to work than going with something that already has a reputation for working should be a question to ask yourself.

I'm just praying now to find THE ONE ! Anyone knowing guy/s in Thailand, please let me know.

 

[ChiangKawa]

If you have to do this alone, first step in fixing it is the correct fork springs for your weight. I suspect the current issue is soft front, stiff rear, right?

No one can recommend a weight of fork spring without knowing your weight. If I had to pick a random for spring, I'd order a 1.0kg.mm . Thats often times is close enough for most weights.

My weight with full gear 87 Kilos / 190 Lbs