twinrider said:
That is why I was wondering what weight rider the 130 spring is rated for....
Maybe easier to ask what has worked for other guys / what you make of the current OE setup.
So to kick off I reckon my 140 is about perfect for a 200lb - 220lb (90-100kg) rider - feels a fair bit firmer than OE spring, I think it is partly due to spring being heavier and partly due to firmer damping, being around 185lb I could probably go down a spring weight and be OK, but as I do about half my miles with 3 loaded boxes and like a sporty ride my setup works for me.
I would say if you find the Yamaha OE shock really nice and compliant and it generally works for you then stick with the stock Ohlins spring, I am pretty sure it will feel a lot better due to improved damping and will have a wider adjustment range, my previous Ohlins equipped bikes have given a magic-carpet like ride, pretty sure superior to my Wilburs, but in the UK almost twice the cost.
Two-up is what I found the OE shock hopeless for, even with full pre-load it was saggy, sitting low at the back and had hardly any ground clearance - and would then wallow when pushed (adjusting damping helped a little, but then it also made it feel harsh) with luggage and the Mrs it was a proper wonky donkey.