CUSTOMIZE YOUR SUSPENSION.
Having your suspension personalized is hands down, the best single modification you can make to your Dirt Bike, Dual Sport, or Adventure Bike!
Choose from the below:
What is a revalve and why should it matter to you?
What is a revalve?
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Without going into detail and sparing you the painful technical jargon, a revalve changes the suspension characteristics or ride quality.
The ride quality is defined by dynamic fluid flow (through pistons or ports), more so the resistance to fluid flow. This is achieved by using a set number/amount of shims, size/diameter of shims, and thickness of shims, on both compression and rebound circuits. We strive to re-use and tune with OEM pistons and only in some rare cases, source aftermarket for these on a special needs basis.
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Why is this important to you?
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Your motorcycle from the factory is set up with a generic *one size fits all*, and there is no way they could know/tune to every customers needs or skill set.
Typically the manufacturer simply installs springs usually for 165-187lb rider (with gear) and a generic compression and rebound valving/shim stack.
While this may work OK in some situations, you certainly won’t see the full potential and capture the true performance potential of your suspension and skill set. That’s where we come in!
Acquiring as much information up front as possible allows us to essentially custom fit the bike to you, raising confidence and providing a balanced, controlled ride.
Everyone can benefit from a Moto Lab revalve!
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STAGE 1 UPGRADES/STAGE 2 UPGRADES:
Looking for ever BETTER suspension than a revalve? We offer various upgrades, depending on what year, make and model you have.
We have proprietary valving settings for KTM forks ('17-'23 pds models), and make both forks fully functional!
We also carry Ktech ORVS fork upgrades and rear bladder upgrades, along with Lucky fork Cartridges, Ravens, Blackjacks and National Shocks. We also have numerous Fork Conversion kits (various price points), to convert those AER air forks.
If you're looking for something specific, just ask!
We lower dirt bikes here at Moto Lab every day! And we do it the CORRECT way.
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We install internal spacers (both in the front and in the rear), and have custom length springs that match YOUR riding skills, terrain and your weight.
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By lowering it the correct way, you will maintain the proper geometry of the bike and have a balanced chassis.
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WE DO NOT:
Unwinding the spring to *lower* your bike would be the greatest injustice you could do to yourself and your bike (not to mention the spring chewing up components when flopping around when the suspension becomes unloaded).
Taking all the pressure off the front wheel and making the bike extremely unbalanced will change literally every handling aspect and even make it dangerous to ride. Hiking the forks up in the triple clamps will yield extremely ill handling characteristics, we strongly recommend you do not do this to “lower” the front.
Lowering links change the geometry of the bike and can make the initial part of the shock stroke extremely stiff. They also create more travel, and in some extreme cases can send the tire through the fender.
Rebuild/Refresh
Services
Protect your investment and enjoy it for years to come!
Just like your car or truck, your dirt bike must be maintained regularly.
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We suggest every 40-50 hours if you're a casual rider, or 25-30 hours if you are racing.
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Even if the bike is just sitting there, there are wear items that are prone to dry rot and fluids can degrade over time if not circulated through the system.
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We fully disassemble forks, inspect all components, clean both inside/outside of forks, and all components, polish any nicks in fork tubes. Your shock is fully disassembled, cleaned inside and out, inspect all parts for wear and proper fitment, re-set piston height or re-install bladder and charge Nitrogen to factory settings.
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We always change the oil in the front and rear to the correct weight and amount (according to how you're using the bike). This maintains consistent performance and feel, and eliminates metal on metal wear (due to non-frequent or no service).
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Do you have an Adventure Bike or Dual Sport Bike and looking to get upgraded suspension? Here at Moto Lab, we can help you out!
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Whether you’re traveling just a short distance, riding in a dual sporting event, or camping your way across the country, we can get a set-up dialed in for you!
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We can also LOWER some models of adventure bikes or dual sport bikes.
We can lower the following models:
KTM 690 R models, KTM 790 R models, KTM 890 R models
KTM 1090, KTM 1190, KTM 1290 – models that DO NOT have electronic suspension
Husqvarna 701
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Lowering your bike will help you reach the ground better, and give you that boost of confidence you need to keep going! The most we can lower adventure bikes and dual sport bikes are 2 inches.
All models must NOT have electronic suspension, in order for us to lower them.