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Old 22-11-2018, 08:39 PM   #16
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F G Gubellini used to do a kit for S2R (Showa) forks, comprising replacement comp and rebound pistons/shims and new damper rods.
I have one myself, but unfortunately I can't report on its effectiveness as its still in the box, awaiting fitment.
It will get fitted at some stage, possibly this winter, but that's partly because I'm a fiddler and I like to try to do things myself where possible because of the knowledge gained in the process.
My backstop plan remains a full re-cartridge by Maxton though, and that is probably the most effective way to achieve the desired result.
But my bike is a keeper (forever). I probably couldn't justify the cash for the full Maxton job otherwise.

From the Gubellini box, the S2R kit part number is FGKFS2RM.
I think they're pretty rare though .. my kit is the only one I've ever seen.
Mine was a stock clearance item and I believe I paid around £150, which would certainly be more economical .. if you can find one and don't mind fitting it yourself.
Though like I said, I have no knowledge of its effectiveness.

The general opinion seems to be that the comp damping of the std fork is way too harsh.
With this in mind, I might be inclined to try a lighter oil.

If the above makes me sound like any kind of suspension expert then I can assure you that while I might have a grasp of the principles I have very little practical experience, so judge my suggestions accordingly.
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Old 27-11-2018, 08:52 PM   #17
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K-tech said they have no products for my bike...
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Old 27-11-2018, 09:57 PM   #18
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The kits for other models lwith similar forks liike my S4 or the earlier S4R would probably fit? Dunno though just guessing.
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Old 28-11-2018, 06:42 AM   #19
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I'm guessing those are Showa whereas mine are Marzocchi I think???

Are any other Monster forks worth swapping to or are they just different levels of rubbish?
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Old 29-11-2018, 07:18 PM   #20
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I would think the Showa's (esp the TIn ones from the ST4S/S4 Foggy) are better than the Marzocci ones and should be a straight swap. They're still far from perfect however and would probably benefit from a Maxton conversion or similar. SS forks are the same size too so should swap over no problem. You just need to make sure the caliper lugs are 65mm.
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Old 16-08-2019, 08:38 PM   #21
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Hi!

Did you do the swap/ upgrade?
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Old 17-08-2019, 10:21 AM   #22
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Not yet, my plan is to get a nitron shock over the winter and do that bit first
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Old 17-08-2019, 12:46 PM   #23
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Not yet, my plan is to get a nitron shock over the winter and do that bit first
I just did that, and will let you know how that works for me.
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Old 17-08-2019, 06:14 PM   #24
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Yeah it would be good to know!
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Old 17-08-2019, 07:55 PM   #25
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rac3r not sure if your S2R is 800 or 1000, these are for the 800

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Old 18-08-2019, 06:35 PM   #26
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Thanks Chris! Forks have fallen down the list for the moment but I'm sure I'll get around to them at some point
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