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Race tech springs and emulators vs progressive springs for FT500 front shocks

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johnnymot1:
That may make me shelve the "GB500" ascot build for now, and proceed with the Hawk/CBR hybrid wheel/fork build, thinking about the performance gains and "fun factor"

I did pick up a rear wheel and sprocket carrier today, but I'm still shopping for discs, and rear caliper mounts...It's looking the the first generation caliper mount may be quite a hunt.  I checking on other CBR compatibility, but I'm thinking it's going to be a redundant "1st generation compatibility" from my research.

triguyracer:
being a newbi on this forum I would like to comment on the early post about using forks other than the ascot ones,the forks on a ascot are a leading axel type and by using a set of forks that are center axel type with the stock triple clamps you will change the trail by quite a bit,has anyone had problems with high speed stability when you shorten trail you tend to give away high speed stability

J6G1Z:
I haven't noticed any at the speeds that an FT Ascot is capable of.

J.

Diablita:
Hi guys! Cruising this site finally and saw this post so I thought I would share.  I race a modified Ascot in AHRMA (Vintage Superbike Lightweight) and use the Race Tech emulators in a Hawk front end. Highly recommend for racing scenarios, however you will need to change them once in a while depending on the track, they come with springs that allow you to stiffen or soften.  I have only ever ridden an Ascot with the Hawk forks so I can't speak for the stock setup.  But Matt Wiley at Race Tech was really helpful and knowledgeable and because the bike was setup up for a 200lb 6.2' guy, and I am 120, 5.5' the springs were changed.  As well as the shocks, which you can use Workes Performance, call Pierre, or if you like lots of adjustability, Ohlins will make a pair.

Hope that helps some. Fun little race bike for certain.
 :)
Helmets n' Heels

J6G1Z:
Diablita,

Welcome to the board. That's a great looking Ascot you have there. Please feel free to start a new thread on your bike if you'd like. I'm sure everyone would enjoy learning more about it.

Thanks
J.

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