race suspension set up

[joedirt5724]

i need all info i can get. I wanna set up my blaster for racing and jumps. I think ive got the engine pretty much good, but i need to know about suspension. I have no idea what i should do for shocks swinger, arms, gears all that crap. So i really need to get a good idea on how much this is gunna be and what i need for parts based on what u think i should use. Any info is appreciated.

 

[lasxgames]

small tight tracks or large open

how much to spend also

Example wheel spacer vs rear axle and a arms
mod you own swinger at least +3, buy one, or round house is nice but $$$
long travel shocks, yzf, 400ex, or after market$$
Stearing dampner

http://www.atvscene.com/machines/yamaha/projectblasterpt2.htm
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The stock Blaster is an entry-level sport machine. If you want to get serious with your racing, the Blaster needs serious upgrades. Our project Blaster has been transformed into a serious racer for the intermediate level rider. We accomplished this while spending only a few hundred more dollars then some long travel A-arm/suspension packages alone!
Besides the improvement in performance, all of the components used in this stage go a long way in increasing your machines reliability. The Dura Blue axle and Burgard chassis parts are quite a bit stronger then stock and the Works shocks do an excellent job of keeping both man and machine protected from the harsh realities of a motocross track.
With all of the bolt-ons from stage 1, combined with the chassis and suspension upgrades from stage2 our Blaster is now quite a capable performer. If you want to win at the nationals though, it’s going to take a total package. The only stone left unturned is internals of the motor. Make sure you check back for stage 3 as we try and gain the necessary power to lead from holeshot to the checkered flag.

[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Stock[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Stage 1[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Stage 2[/FONT]

In an effort to increase our machine's straight line stability, we increased its wheelbase three inches overall. Burgard Cycle helped us achieved this with their +1" forward A-arms and +2" swing arm.

To widen the rear of our machine, we installed a Dura Blue Eliminator +3" axle. As you can see in our before and after pictures, it makes a huge difference in the machine's stance. The Dura Blue axle is also far stronger than stock and should hold up a lot better to the rigors of motocross racing.

http://www.atvscene.com/machines/yamaha/projectblasterpt2.htm

 

[coreyownz]

400ex rear and some works up front for shocks.. i have a 400ex rear

 

[joedirt5724]

i know i dont want it to be too wide, cause i ride trails but i want more stability when i take a corner wide open.

 

[coreyownz]

ill sell you my 400ex rear.. get some like +2 a-arms and +3 swinger

 

[joedirt5724]

how much for the shock???

 

[underwaterboy82]

here is a ebay link to a +4 swinger for 200.00
eBay Motors: +4 Yamaha BLASTER Extended Swingarm skidplate chain atv (item 170321621677 end time May-15-09 03:30:59 PDT)

 

[joedirt5724]

i heard them swingers crack up front on the pivot point. Idk if i wanna spend the 228 on a swinger, not if i can extend mine. ive got to think about it. But deff gotta go with the +4???

 

[coreyownz]

you dont need to go +4.. +3 and since your in ny $45 shipped... for the 400ex shock

 

[joedirt5724]

deff got possibilitys, let me think about that and ill pm ya in the next few days and see if ya still got it.

 

[underwaterboy82]

here is another auction for a swinger +2 threw +8,
eBay Motors: YAMAHA BLASTER Extended Swingarm yfs200 atv Swing arm (item 370191078333 end time May-01-09 04:31:07 PDT))

 

[joedirt5724]

aight, that takes care of rear suspension, now what about an axle??? and a arms and front shocks???

 

[lasxgames]

you have nerfs a must to race

 

[joedirt5724]

gettin some for my b-day at the end of next month.

 

[blasterrider119]

get some works shocks or elkas

 

[coreyownz]

still got the shock for $45 shipped and pm'ed you lmk

 

[Blasterb0y794]

The perfect length for a swing arm is +2, or +3. As for a-arms there are lots of choices. Burgard is a common one and ive good things about them. For an axle i would get a g-force. I personally like the g-force better than the durablue. For some shocks, once again there are lots of choices. You got yfz450 shocks, raptor 700r shocks, works, elkas, ect. IMO i like works the best. Get the valved for you weight and youll be good to go. Also get a steering stabilizer. Ive never had one, but ive heard they are great and i have yet to try one. Last but not least, feel comfortable! Get some bars with a good bend that suits you. If you want get a longer steering stem too. After that you should be good to go.
-Brett

 

[joedirt5724]

thanks for the tips guys!!! very helpfulI:I If you can give prices on all this that would help too.

 

[coreyownz]

bars are like 70 bucks or so a-arms are around 400 or so works front shocks i think are around 450? 400ex rear is like $45 from me and a swinger is around 200 plus nerfs but you said your geting some anyway

 

[DUALSTROKE]

Works or elkas all around is the way to go but pricey.extended a-arms,+3 swinger,steering stabilizer,and depending on your weight and height maybe an extended stem.The banshee stem works well and is +2 you just need to have it machined down on one end.