suspension tuning help

[akrowdieEX]

i've searched other threads but nothing really helped me. I have stock 450 front shcoks and a stock 400 rear. I wanna adjust them for a smoother ride.

From what i understand the preload will adjust the ride height of the bike. Can i lower the preload for a lower ride and then compensate for the soft preload with compression and rebound?

Is the compression on the top of the shock? Where should i start at with my adjustments to compression and rebound? I'm 185 pounds and race xc.

Any input helps! Thanks

[hypersnyper6947]

I wish i could answer this for you but i cant, i want to know the answer as well. Post this in the steering and suspension section and you might get a better response

[akrowdieEX]

ok i'll do that