04TRX400EX
09-07-2007, 12:28 AM
So I am getting a little restless with my 400EX and have been thinking about doing two things, but have some questions. My first thought is to keep building my 400 - full TCS setup, 416 bore kit, cam, etc. My other thought is to stop putting money into the 400 (since it will never nbe a 450) and look into getting a 450R. My local dealer is selling leftover '07 450R's for $5300.
My real question has to do with the suspension setup. I've heard (and experienced) that factory Honda settings are extremely stiff, especially on the 450R. I only weigh 140lbs. and don't want to be forced into immediately revalving the shocks because it handles poorly.
So what do you all think? How's the setup from the factory? Are extended a-arms, shock revalves or replacement, and extended axle truly necessary?
BTW, I ride mostly desert and XC with ocassional MX tracks mixed in.
My real question has to do with the suspension setup. I've heard (and experienced) that factory Honda settings are extremely stiff, especially on the 450R. I only weigh 140lbs. and don't want to be forced into immediately revalving the shocks because it handles poorly.
So what do you all think? How's the setup from the factory? Are extended a-arms, shock revalves or replacement, and extended axle truly necessary?
BTW, I ride mostly desert and XC with ocassional MX tracks mixed in.