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First off, I know this question is like beating a dead horse. Having said that thanks to anyone who helps.

The handling on my 09 crf 450 is not good. when I lay it down in a rut it wants to stand me back up naturally, so I feel like I'm fighting to keep the correct angle for the turns. the suspension is stock for 09 except springs front and rear for 225lb rider from race tech. All valving stock. rear sag at 105, tire pressure 12-13 front and rear. front tubes all the way down on triples to help with the imbalanced weight front/rear. I am a fast C or slow B rider (MX) I would say.

How much better could I make the handling with adjusting the clickers, and what way should I go? Also I was wondering about rear linkage such as pro circuit and/or offset tripples. I am hoping someone has been in my shoes and can offer some before and after advice. I know everyone says to do the linkage and tripples, I'm just wondering what difference they make from the seat of the pants.

thanks in advance.
JJ

valving and proper clicker settings is critical. many used improved rear shock linkages to improve control.

ken

I have an 09 crf 450, I have the factory connection linkage, i got the bike in the winter, and had factory connection do the suspension, so I never really rode it stock, but my bike doesn't do what you are saying, it turns fine, I just have problems with front end stability,