Putoline HPX R determines how your front fork damps. Volume 1 liter.
With 5W you are in the lighter end of the range. The fork moves faster and feels more comfortable.
What fork oil does
Your front fork springs on the coils, but the damping comes from the oil being forced through small passages. The viscosity of that oil determines how quickly the fork compresses and rebounds. Fresh oil noticeably provides a calmer ride than oil that has been in for years.
Thicker or thinner
- A lighter oil allows the fork to move faster and feels more comfortable.
- A heavier oil slows down the movement and provides more support during hard braking or with a heavily loaded motorcycle.
- Fill both fork legs with exactly the same oil and the same amount. You will immediately feel a difference between left and right in the handling.
Filling and checking level
The oil level in a fork is measured from the top of the fork tube, with the spring removed and the fork fully compressed. This measurement is in your workshop manual and is more accurate than measuring by volume. A few millimeters difference in level noticeably changes the damping at the end of the stroke.
Features
- Product line: HPX R
- Viscosity: 5W
- Volume: 1 liter
- Weight: 1.00 kg
Part number
- Reference number: 554-70226
- Manufacturer's part number: 70226
Are you unsure which version is right for your motorcycle? Contact us, and we will help you figure it out.