I've searched and read dozens of posts but can't find exactly what I am looking for. Just finished replacing my fork oil and took the bike out for a spin. Pleasantly surprised but a bit perplexed at the results. The fork seems much stiffer now but not uncomfortably so. I used the Honda SS8 (10wt oil) that the guy at the dealership said was spec but I've read some places that the stock oil is closer to 7.5wt. I'm guessing the online source is right but was hoping someone could confirm.
Just to clarify, I didn't change the springs and I filled to 62mm from the top of the tube when collapsed with the springs in to lighten things up a bit (less oil, softer rebound, right?). Was planning to increase preload at some point but the feel I have now is very similar to more preload anyway. I'm only ~155lbs in gear so don't get close to testing the high end of the spring rate.
Any feedback? Is this normal with the Honda SS8 oil?
Thanks
Just to clarify, I didn't change the springs and I filled to 62mm from the top of the tube when collapsed with the springs in to lighten things up a bit (less oil, softer rebound, right?). Was planning to increase preload at some point but the feel I have now is very similar to more preload anyway. I'm only ~155lbs in gear so don't get close to testing the high end of the spring rate.
Any feedback? Is this normal with the Honda SS8 oil?
Thanks