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Offline keeptwostrokesalive

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2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« on: September 08, 2010, 03:48:56 PM »
I can not find out where the rebound adjustments for the front forks are.  I know how to adjust the compression but i dont know how to adjust the rebound, I mainly just dont know where it is.  I keep reading that its at the bottom of the fork.  Is it on outside of the fork or do i have take apart the fork to adjust it.

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #1 on: September 08, 2010, 04:30:52 PM »
Should be similar to this:

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #2 on: September 08, 2010, 04:42:01 PM »
Thats where i thought it was.  I looked and there is no clicker like the one in the pic.
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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #3 on: September 08, 2010, 05:59:46 PM »
Make sure there's not a plug over the hole. I am not familiar with the newer KX's but know Kawasaki in the past put black rubber plugs in the holes to keep them clean.
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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #4 on: September 08, 2010, 07:14:02 PM »
I have an 07 KX 250. There is a grey plastic plug on the bottom you have to pry out. How much do you weigh? Riding level? I have taken a lot of time to adjust mine , I may be able to give you some pointers.
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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #5 on: September 09, 2010, 04:16:03 AM »
I think i weigh around 180 with all my gear on.  Riding level i am assuming you want to now how good i am.  I would say i am a novice. 

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #6 on: September 09, 2010, 04:37:43 PM »
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I found the rebound adjustments. Thanks for your help.  Do you have any good pointers on setting this bike up.  I keep reading that the back end is to high giving it a tendency to want to wash out in the corners.

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #7 on: October 13, 2010, 04:38:38 AM »
Make sure there's not a plug over the hole. I am not familiar with the newer KX's but know Kawasaki in the past put black rubber plugs in the holes to keep them clean.


that is true, there should be eight a black or grey plastic plug that you'll need to remove to access the clicker
I have had it with 4 stroke turds

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #8 on: January 08, 2011, 06:40:45 AM »
Leave the rebound at stock!!!!! it's perfect, Depending on what you  ride,
Offroad, fork setting   comp         22 out          from fully seated clockwise
                              rebound     11 or 12 out   from fully seated clockwise

           shock           low speed comp  22 out
                             high speed comp    2 1/2 turns
                               rebound    11 or 12 out
moto stock within two clicks either way

you need softer springs for your weight, the kx is sprung stock for a 200 lb rider.

also change your fork oil, the stock fluid is utter garbage.
How do I know ????
If a pair of 2" brass balls isn't working, I doubt that the 3" model will make much difference.

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #9 on: January 08, 2011, 06:47:04 AM »
oh yeah and the sag is variable I set mine at 93mm thats 5mm lower, doing so lowers the rear of the bike thus giving  more rake, or you could say it makes the front end not as steep  and more stable, drop your fork legs flush with the clamps too this will also add more stabilty
If a pair of 2" brass balls isn't working, I doubt that the 3" model will make much difference.

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Re: 2006 kx250 front fork rebound
« Reply #10 on: January 09, 2011, 04:19:32 PM »
Thanks for the info. When basketball season is over and ill be able to ride again ill use the settings you said.