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    Steering Damper Servicing

    Any tried servicing the damper? Do the ends unscrew? I want to go with thicker oil instead of buying a new damper.

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    Quote Originally Posted by GJB View Post
    I want to go with thicker oil instead of buying a new damper.
    Stock damper? Don't bother, throw that POS in the garbage and replace it with an adjustable unit.

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    Got a specific model number there Jim? Stroke length, etc?

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    I'm using the Ohlins from the original EBR kit. It's longer than ideal, but still works quite fine.

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    [IMG]20160208_102626.jpg[/IMG] I installed a cheap 255mm long adjustable steering damper. I had to switch the end around. It works great.

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    Repost of pic
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    Looks like a Chinese $45 ebay unit. Was curious to know if those things even worked

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    It shipped from the states, but I am sure it is imported. It is very adjustable. Lite for slow speed stop and go and firm for speed. When set firm it is much firmer than the stock one. I did use small bushings on the 6 mm bolts to adjust for the 8 mm bolt holes. Only time will tell how well it lasts.

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    I ended up getting a K-Tech damper ( a little under $400 fro EDT performance) and press fit bushings from mcMaster Carr (8486A413). Tried it on the track today and it worked great 

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