squating rzr

m0n0x1d3 · January 13, 2009, 02:22:57 PM

hello all,
What i need to know is if anyone with a rzr notices that it looses its suspension rather quickly once the bike gets into mud and trails.I am running 26x14 tires and will be switching to 28's with a 2inch lift.Would suspension upgrade be the way to go?The RZR is realy impressive in the mud and trails however it just bottoms out alot.Any input will be greatly appreciated.

IXIswamperIXI · January 13, 2009, 02:58:17 PM

I have 27" ITP 589 on my stock sup. I am not sure about 28" tires (if you need a lift) I also have noticed it bottoming out in the mud but it still goes good even when you think you have bottomed out. I am thinking it bottoms out because it has a longer wheel base not so much the ground clearance. I personally don't like lifts because of the added stress on the CVs. I know you can upgrade the CVs and the axles I just like the challenge of seeing where I can take my RZR when it is basically stock. I also disconnected my front sway bar for added articulation in the front end but it does add a little body roll in the corners a higher speeds.

m0n0x1d3 · January 13, 2009, 11:41:52 PM

yea,
I have disconnected my swaybar as well and it has made a difference.I already have to buy a new underbelly pan.I was wondering if i got evan walker shocks or somthing similar if it would squat less.

IXIswamperIXI · January 13, 2009, 11:56:46 PM

hmm... I am not sure. Have you "clicked" your stock ones up. If not that might help.

Chevy1500z71 · January 14, 2009, 12:25:48 AM

lift kits kill ball joints and cvs, dont lift it whatever you do. you could try clicking it up a notch on the shocks as mentioned above but if you dont have adjustable rebound it could give you a more springy ride.

papadz · February 02, 2009, 10:53:41 PM

Gen I RZR 3" lift / 27" ITP mudlites / shocks up 2 notches. been like this for over a year now and never had ball joints or CV problems. but keep in mind I'm 47 and dont beat the hell out of it either. But I do mud and trails at S.E.

m0n0x1d3 · February 09, 2009, 11:52:04 AM

2" lift 27" mudlites and 1 click in on shocks.This setup seems to work real well for me ATM.
I also ride slow and dont beat the thing to death.Also I just found that hi-lifter makes replacement springs for our stock shocks to help reduce the squatting.

stonny9 · February 21, 2009, 02:04:14 PM

Every RZR I have seen in the mud squats when moving but I have yet the see a RZR stuck.

m0n0x1d3 · February 23, 2009, 02:29:15 PM

I havnt realy been stuck since i raised it and added the 27's.

RubiconJim · January 17, 2010, 12:48:23 AM

The RZR stock springs suck. Got to go to after market springs or shocks too.
I put the HighLifter springs on, then set it to 2 notches up front and back.
I happy with that so far.
I may consider the FOX shocks later but I got other upgrades planned first.
Got a 09 RZR and continue to add access's nearly every quarter.
I'm putting half doors on soon, a cargo box, second set of fender flares, and I need
another skid plate. It never ends.

team_quad_green · February 23, 2010, 02:21:30 AM

I have a rubber down customs spring spacer on all 4 shocks to help with squatting

IXIswamperIXI · April 19, 2010, 01:20:48 AM

Quote from: RubiconJim on January 17, 2010, 12:48:23 AM
The RZR stock springs suck. Got to go to after market springs or shocks too.
I put the HighLifter springs on, then set it to 2 notches up front and back.
I happy with that so far.
I may consider the FOX shocks later but I got other upgrades planned first.
Got a 09 RZR and continue to add access's nearly every quarter.
I'm putting half doors on soon, a cargo box, second set of fender flares, and I need
another skid plate. It never ends.

Your not kidding I broke another axle (both rear now) guess I am too ruff on it