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Scotts steering damper: mounting preference
Background Info:
I recently bought a used Scotts steering damper. As a suspension guy, I've always been curious about their benefits and decided to try it out first hand. I've been researching the different mounting options and weighing out the pros/cons of each. You can mount them above the bar (traditional way), under the bar (SUB mount), or above the front fender (like WER). Here's my current opinions (based on fatty bars): Above the handlebar: Pros:
Below the handlebar (SUB mount): Pros:
Above the front fender: Pros:
If you are using a Scotts damper, let me know what mount you are using and what you think of it. I'm hoping to hear some more personal experiences. Thanks!
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Matt Current: 2009 Yamaha FZ1 Previous: 2001 GasGas TXT280, 2001 GasGas XC250, 2004 KTM 200EXC, 2007 GasGas EC250, 2007 Husqvarna SM610, 2008 Husqvarna WB165 |
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I don't neccessarily agree with the added safety of the sub mount, think about this: Assume you will choose a handlebar bend for each mount type to acheive the same overall position, that is with the top mount you run higher rise bars, sub mount lower rise bars. With either mount, the distance between your chest and the hard parts is going to be a function of the handlebar rise. The only difference is what you could possibly hit, the damper(top mount) or the bar clamp(sub mount). An argument could be made for the addition of a pad with the sub mount, but this makes adjustment difficult.
The tower will see less stress with a sub mount, due the shorter length. The sub mount limits your choice in bars unless you like real high bars. From my experience with the WER damper on a fender mount, it will get hammered. I've been running one for 9 years now with top mounts on many bikes. No problems. If I happened to really like a bar rise/sub mount combo, I might go that way, but I wouldn't do it and compromise on bar choice. |
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I just picked up the ProTect SUB mount for mine. It's a very nice unit and raises the bars and moves them forward. I'm a short guy and do not notice the change. In fact I think I like the new location better.
Check them out here: http://www.ptenduro.com/02products/products01.html The one problem is that the stock speedometer will not fit because it hits the clamp. Although I don't think that is an issue for many because they have already replaced it. |
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http://www.dirt-bike-gear.com/damper_pads.html How much it actually helps is questionable... like you said it really depends on what you hit.
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Matt Current: 2009 Yamaha FZ1 Previous: 2001 GasGas TXT280, 2001 GasGas XC250, 2004 KTM 200EXC, 2007 GasGas EC250, 2007 Husqvarna SM610, 2008 Husqvarna WB165 |
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The dirt-bike-gear pad is nice. I've had one for a while and it fits nice and snug and is pretty beefy for a pad.
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I've made a few submounts. There is an advantage not listed - it's harder to walk off with a submounted damper. The reduced stress on the tower that GMP mentioned results in much smoother damper action.
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Thanks for the feedback. You guys brought up a valid point on the submount. The lower tower height would reduce the stress on the tower and damper.
I have been using a 15mm riser under my bar mounts and its been comfortable to ride with. This past weekend, I removed it to simulate a lower bar height (stock height) for the above-style mounted damper. I noticed my lower back was more tender by the end of the ride. While it helped lower my CG, I think that I like the taller height better. Next week, I will swapped it with a 25mm riser and try it out. This will be an easy way to compare the final ride heights. Right now, I'm leaning towards the submount-style but need to figure out my handlebar options (i.e., rise vs. sweep, etc..) to ensure that I could obtain a similar overall feel like my current setup.
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Matt Current: 2009 Yamaha FZ1 Previous: 2001 GasGas TXT280, 2001 GasGas XC250, 2004 KTM 200EXC, 2007 GasGas EC250, 2007 Husqvarna SM610, 2008 Husqvarna WB165 |
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