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Posted: **Mon May 31, 2010 10:09 am**

I know what the manual recommend about pressure in the forks ,but can I go over that ? By how much ?

Luc, Red '05 30K

Posted: **Mon May 31, 2010 1:04 pm**

Dealer had put I think 5~7psi in each tube, did stiffen it up, and was fine riding on the pavement. But what I do, is pull up on the front end to extend forks down, push in the valve to zero out any pressure and put the cap back on. Adding pressure and offroading would almost ensure a blown seal. Dooden A15 Green Ape

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Luc Legrain wrote: > > I know what the manual recommend about pressure in the forks ,but can I go over that ? By how much ? > > Luc, Red '05 30K >

Posted: **Tue Jun 01, 2010 9:07 am**

KLR forks are not intended to be pressurized. The valves are for the release of excess air generated by heat from fork action during intense riding, as in off road or aggresssive trail riding. If you want stiffer action I recommend progressive springs or spacers. Craig - 2001 KLR

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Luc Legrain wrote: > > I know what the manual recommend about pressure in the forks ,but can I go over that ? By how much ? > > Luc, Red '05 30K >

Posted: **Tue Jun 01, 2010 9:55 am**

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "CY" wrote:

> > KLR forks are not intended to be pressurized. The valves are for the release of excess air generated by heat from fork action during intense riding, as in off road or aggresssive trail riding. > If you want stiffer action I recommend progressive springs or spacers.

That's the conventional wisdom, and it's what the manual says. In fact, a number of riders have used up to 30 psi in their forks, reportedly with good results. It would come as no surprise to learn that the factory originally intended those valves to pressurize the forks, back in the days when air forks were all the rage.

Posted: **Tue Jun 01, 2010 11:40 am**

I use 5 to 10 PSI in my forks. No ill effects. In fact I believe it helps with brake dive. I have changed my fork oil once. Never had to change my fork seals. I have 29K on my 2004. One fork seal started leaking 6 months ago. I added 2 tablespoons of Trans X stop leak to that fork and it stopped leaking. Though it is time for another fork oil change and I will use synthetic trans fluid. Jeffrey #3

Posted: **Tue Jun 01, 2010 11:59 am**

It is an annual event. A ride to Hyder from all over the place, stay for a weekend, party and go home. If you look up Hyderseek you will probably find it. It is run by Ron Ayers of 49 states in under 7 days fame. DC D Critchley

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