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Ready to send the forks and rear shock on my 2000 steelie out to get re-sprung and revalved. I was considering sending the stuff off to Enzo and maybe even snatching up some of the subtanks he offers for the forks, but I have not done any research on those yet.

The other option is to pick up some dual chamber Showa off a late model CRF like many have done, then send those off for the same treatment. The Showa conversion looks to be about $400-$500 via ebay for unless I sold off my original KYB stuff and front wheel to recoup some of the cost, which I would not.

What would you guys do? How much better would those dual chambers really be, with equal mods to both? I know they're light years ahead in technology and feel great on the CRFs but I dunno about my old steelie.

Also does anyone have any comment on front axle placement on the Showas? I can't find anywhere online if the dimensions are the same or close to the 2000's KYBs. I'm concerned with different steering characteristics than stock...

Go as new as you can afford. You will need one spacer to make 05 up to 07 fit everything older is exact fit. The offset of the axle is little less so it will steer faster. If you can shop local you can find forks cheaper than e-bay. Craigslist is a great resource.

Guess it all depends on your wallet and what you're comfortable with.

You could get one of the major players in DB suspension to hook up your original stuff and be very satisfied, or go the retro fit way.

My opinion.........................
Change the fluids, replace any worn parts, put it back together, and spend some quality time with a screwdriver at the track or trail and try different settings til you're satisfied that the stock equipment isn't gonna work for ya. Set up is everything when it comes to suspension, and no matter which way you go, you're gonna need a baseline.

I'd put the correct spring rates in for your weight and riding style, exhaust every possible setting on fresh stock stuff, then make the decision.

^ agreed

The '09 CRF450 went BACK to KYB

AlisoBob wrote:The '09 CRF450 went BACK to KYB

Hello Mcfly! I told you that! Honda owns Showa and Kawasaki owns Kayaba. Honda is the only manufacturer using Showa's so now what no more Showa's?

That is what the is about, crack-head

Who's chains to tight now beeatch?

teemtrubble wrote:Who's chains to tight now beeatch?

Dustins....

You guys are funny.

my buddy Jasons '07 RMZ has showas...