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Hi all,

https://imgur.com/tMbl279

Here is a video of me pushing down on the front forks. Watch the lights on the right side.

I've already changed to heavier 20W fork oil but the problem still remains.

Could the springs be spoilt or something?

Thanks all.

I don't think the springs are bad, more like there's too much rebound. If it's stock front forks, there's no rebound adjustment so it is what it is.

What's the problem? The operation of shocks is checked by examining the components and refilling with specified amount of oil. The shock should create noticeable resistance when extended by hand. What you are observing may very well be normal.

op3l wrote: ↑Mon Apr 05, 2021 1:08 am I don't think the springs are bad, more like there's too much rebound. If it's stock front forks, there's no rebound adjustment so it is what it is.

too much rebound

would upgrading to a stiffer spring help?

Inoplanetyanin wrote: ↑Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:12 am What's the problem? The operation of shocks is checked by examining the components and refilling with specified amount of oil. The shock should create noticeable resistance when extended by hand. What you are observing may very well be normal.

then it's too soft for my liking.

You could change them or add an upgrade kit.

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150pcxer wrote: ↑Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:49 am

Inoplanetyanin wrote: ↑Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:12 am What's the problem? The operation of shocks is checked by examining the components and refilling with specified amount of oil. The shock should create noticeable resistance when extended by hand. What you are observing may very well be normal.

then it's too soft for my liking.

A stiffer spring would help with rebound in the sense that it would compress less, so there's less to rebound.

If you want comfort without that pogoing, you'll need to upgrade the front suspension to something that has rebound control adjustment so you can increase the damping on rebound. Otherwise, you'll still have the same problem.

I'm curious though, are you getting negative effects on the road, like it's uncomfortable or handling poorly? If not, I wouldn't worry about it.

I ride mine in Vietnam on some pretty crappy roads on stock suspension and it's comfy and good enough handling at about 70-80kph. Even at 100kph it handles and rides comfortably given these poor roads here.

150pcxer wrote: ↑Sun Apr 04, 2021 1:28 pm Hi all,

https://imgur.com/tMbl279

Here is a video of me pushing down on the front forks. Watch the lights on the right side.

I've already changed to heavier 20W fork oil but the problem still remains.

Could the springs be spoilt or something?

Thanks all.

Hi.
Any chance you took photos of the work done to change the fork oil?
I cannot find any photos posted of this anywhere in the forum.
I am about to change my front fork oil (rather late, at 50,000 miles / 80,000 kilos).
I am careful about servicing my PCX but I overlooked this job, for sure.
I have the manual, but not the special tools listed in it, and if there is a way to do the job without buying even more tools just for one specific job... that would be great.
Thank you.