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Myke Liked a comment about product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/25/2017 3:46pm
Thanks for the reply!
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12/24/2017 4:54pm
The squared off rear of the helmet reminds me of a car racing lid like in F1. I like it though, looks good and no funky visor like some helmets have.
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/24/2017 12:53pm
I am in the process of sourcing a case for these currently, I just haven't been able to afford it. If you sign up for the email list in the bottom right corner of our site you will get a notice when we release these. I am hoping to get them sometime in the summer. Thank you for your support!
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Brent Liked a product review Best suspension tool there is

12/24/2017 12:47pm
Bought one of these six months ago because I couldn't get my wife to come out to the garage and hold up my bike with me on it AND hold a tape measure to set my sag. After using this thing it becomes apparent how important sag settings are, and how easily they can change from one day to the next because of constantly changing rider weight (lunch) or bike weight (mud). I take this and my WP preload ring wrench to the track with me every practice and race day, and for my KTM there is a significant handling...
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bvm111 Liked a comment about product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/24/2017 12:04pm
I have the V1 and love knowing my sag is correct or have the ability to make adjustments quickly and accurately. I just realized the issue with the sag utilizing the arc method vs to the fender last week when I could not get my 2016 KX450 to turn. I went to the fender with my gear on and I was actually at 113mm at the fender vs 105mm at the side plate using the arc. It required a full 2 turns of extra preload to reach 105mm at the fender and it made all the difference in the world...
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/24/2017 12:04pm
What is the sag on the fork? It sounds like maybe the fork may be stiff and riding high in the stroke. You should have good results at 105mm to the side plate in the rear and 65mm on the forks. The SFF air forks are very tricky to get the chassis balanced by simply checking air pressure. It is very helpful to see how the bike is actually sitting by taking measurements on both ends;-)
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Myke Liked a comment about product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/24/2017 9:51am
I have the newer version this tool and I like it. I also drilled a hole in my fender and I used the arc method as described in the sag tools manual. My only minor complaint is that I wish it had pin locator for the axle because I am always afraid when I drop my bike down off the stand that the magnet going to move on me or I am going to bump it with my boot.
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/24/2017 9:52am
Awesome glad you like it! I would recommend using auto zero if you have the V2. it prevents the tool from being jarred getting the bike off the stand and since the initial cable travel is outward it settles any slack in the cable and clip so it is all around even more accurate. Also, we do offer custom axle inserts for Ti and oversize axles;-)
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/24/2017 7:19am
HI Craig, You are right on the money. We use the arc of the axle method for all bikes except the 2016 and newer KTM and Huskys which we do measure to the mark they provide. I think they changed it to account for so many riders measuring it vertically and running the spring a little too tight. Always feel free to hit me up if you have any questions;-)
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coastlinecascot Liked a comment about product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/23/2017 8:09pm
I have this tool. Love it
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/23/2017 5:16pm
Yep, I am not a fan of big business myself. Don't let those guys get you down, there is plenty or room for us little guys. You just gotta keep your head up and keep on the grind!
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/23/2017 4:50pm
Yep, I know the tool, this is definitely a tough industry to break into. I would take it to market myself directly and build it slowly, no other company will have your vision for the product and how to present it. They will also never have your passion for the product and the benefits it presents. All I know about MP is they squash me on the teams all the time. I have had a couple team sponsorships where the tool never got promoted because MP was also a sponsor and obviously has way more money than me in the...
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gb4mx Liked a comment about product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/23/2017 4:42pm
I invented the UniSag sold by Motion Pro. Used a device that locked it in the axle and seat bolt. (Like the OEM Manufacturers suggest) No batteries. Couldn't get a good review from any of the Moto Mags. One said...we have never been alone enough at the track to require the use of a one person sag tool. Another said....this tool belongs in a Rocket Scientist's tool box, being made so well. Anyway, Motion Pro discontinued the UniSag and left me empty handed on several years of my contract. For those that want to hear more about Motion Pro's marketing...
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/23/2017 3:45pm
No worries Michael, you are an experienced rider and know your numbers. I just like to make sure less experienced riders and parents understand this from the start so they have a solid foundation to find their own numbers. Thanks for all the kind words, it means a lot to me that you guys use and like Slacker so much! Hope you have a great Christmas!
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ML512 Liked a comment about product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/23/2017 3:41pm
As we've discussed privately my comment above is based upon personal experience dealing with the OEM testing staffs from each manufacturer along with engineers from KYB, Showa, and WP...the majority of these groups measure in a more vertical sense. For instance, in our Shootouts each OEM test technician that is on hand measures in this way. As I tried to make very clear above I'm not saying one is right versus wrong, I'm making this clear that there's a difference in the end number so the user understands this when they measure. It's ultimately up to them/their suspension guy on...
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ML512 Liked a product review Tested: Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale v2

12/23/2017 3:36pm
Update: The original Motool Slacker review was from our evaluation in early 2015. Since then, Motool has updated the product and released a version two of the Slacker, so we've evaluated the V2 and updated our review accordingly. Below you'll find our original review and in each section there will be an update on the features and our experience, each preceded with a bold "Review Update" followed by our comments in italicizedlettering, such as this part you're reading right now. Before my time at Vital MX, I was lucky enough to spend quite a bit of time testing suspension and...
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johny212 Added a comment about product review Slacker Digital Sag Scale

12/23/2017 3:25pm
Actually our method of taking measurements is based directly off the manufacturers recommendations and the only exceptions are 2016 and newer KTM and Huskys where you do measure vertically to the mark they provide. We state this clearly in the video user guide. You can take a measurement anywhere but it will not give you the right number unless you measure in the right place. Say you set your sag to 105mm measuring vertically then take the measurement like it shows in your user manual- to the back of the seat bolt to account for the arc of the axle...
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