Stoppies - inverted fork vs regular fork

[DEADmetal]

The title says it all really. One of the reasons why i've chosen Aprilia RS 125 over the older R6 model is that it has inverted fork and as i'm planing to practice stoppies with it, i think it's more suitable?

But let me know your opinion pros. Are inverted forks better for stoppies? Why?

Thanks.

[Llama-Farmer]

I can't see why there would be much difference... USDs are primarily to reduce unsprung weight aren't they? By having the smaller/lighter fork inners at the bottom improves steering handling and response.


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[MarJay]

They are slightly more likely to break at the point where the stanchion meets the upper part due to the stress point when doing stoppies, but other than that it should make no difference.

You chose an RS125 over an R6 because of the upside down forks? Seriously?
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[Rogerborg]

You want a Varadero with the front sprocket welded on.
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[P.addy]

You want an enduro or supermoto. I would not want a few hundred pounds worth of plastics breaking.

I warn you though... it goes wrong, fast.

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[DEADmetal]

Yes, USD forks was one of the reasons why i'm going with RS 125 but i realize, regular R6 forks are still tronger... i realize that the bike is a lot more suited for stunt riding.

I am not 17 year old btw, i'm almost 28 and i'm not getting a bike because of showing off to someone.

Thanks for the info guys. I'm afraid i have to consider my choice - R6 vs RS 125 again... just when i found a perfect RS 125 for the price!

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Maybe not, but afraid your posting rather resembles the typical 17 year old .

If you're choosing a bike for stunting, go and do some research.

A B1H I believe is a good choice.

I'd also be worried about your general lack of experience from the questions you ask.
And that being the case, the RS125 might be the better choice, as you're less likely to get yourself into trouble.
(Especially if we're talking the new 4 stroke - aka a faired CG125 .)

[P.addy]

Unless its brand new and bee stripped and rebuilt prior to you buying, it is definitely not a perfect RS125.

If you want a bike for trolling around on, just get a nice 300 EXC. You'll have the same speeds as the RS125 easy. You'll wheelie for eternity, stoppies are easy if you don't go over the front...

[1198]

So do I want a 150mph R6 or an 80mph 125?
Really??

[andyscooter]

if the other thread is anything to go by also wants to off road a bit

been told rs125 is no good for it but wont change his mind
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[pinkyfloyd]

I'm not sure if its just me or not. But I'm almost 40, been riding on and off since I was 17 and I have never had any interest in doing stoppies or even wheelies.

If not for showing off, like you say, why would you want to put that much stress on your front suspension? Also running the risk of overcooking it and dropping it? It makes no sense.
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[DEADmetal]

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This can't be real. I'm calling troll/ballshit.

An R6 and RS 125 aren't even comparable in any way, and aren't built to be competition for one another. Why not look for other 125s if that's what you want, why even consider an R6?

Have you ridden a bike before?
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