I love my hyperstrada I bought it new with 100 miles back in June and I have already put 5800 miles on it. My only gripe is how low the suspension sits I'd like to raise it to the sp height I'm 6 ft 2 so seat height doesn't concern me I rode to the gap two weeks ago and the low suspension really hurt my confidence I'm currently trying to decide to go with the Athena cartridges but I'm not sure if the cartridges say the sp model cartridges but I'm not sure if the strada fork tubes are the same as the sp or the base model and I'm not sure if buying cartridges would work or not my next option is to go with a set of used sp forks off eBay or a salvage broker I plan on swapping the rear shock as well. Thanks
Raising hyperstrada with cartridges?
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Lansing Mi
There are 3 versions of the cartridges. Replacement for the SP, base and strada. Also, some of the kits are just 1 cartridge.
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I figured that I was just wondering if the so version of the cartridges would work in the hyperstrada tubes and raise this thing up for me a bit or should I just find a set of sp forks and set them up for my weight ? The cartridges would be the cheaper option obviously
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Lansing Mi
The SP are very different from what I read so you would need to swap the whole fork. I think the triple tree might be different too
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I just checked the triple is the same part number across the board for all 3 so they are the same
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Lansing Mi
I know the handlebars are different size in the SP vs the other 2 but those are just risers. I thought for sure the SP fork tubes were a different diameter. I want to say that one of the hypermotard reviews covered the differences between the models but if they are the same part number then I guess not. The strada is lower, the base is taller and the SP is different and even taller than the base.
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Lansing Mi
I came across this but it's pretty old. I'm sure there have been more advancements and more companies that make parts by now. https://www.ducati.ms/forums/92-hypermotard/324673-hyper-sp-821-fork-shock-2.html
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I emailed one of the cartridge manufacturers with exactly what I was looking to do but all three models all have matching part numbers chassis wise the only differences are the suspension and the touring stuff that comes with the hyper strada and the extra riding mode on the sp other than that they are exactly the same. I've been checking part numbers for like two hours lol
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I think you'll find the side stand and centre stand are different lengths too!!
Also only changing internals will only change the sag, as you wont be changing the overall length of the suspension.
I could rise my low version by ordering the standard suspension, but then would also have to replace side and centre stand, the hypermotard is longer again!!
Also only changing internals will only change the sag, as you wont be changing the overall length of the suspension.
I could rise my low version by ordering the standard suspension, but then would also have to replace side and centre stand, the hypermotard is longer again!!
I own a hyperstrada 939 2016; however registered in Japan as a 2017. I'm having problems with ground, clearance because the bike is too low for the kind of riding that I do. I have removed the center stand but that did not help much. *I have broken two shift levers and one rear brake pedal even after modifying my riding style to fit this motorcycle. I have come to the conclusion that it is in my best interest to increase the height and the ground clearance of the bike.
I ride very spirited in the track and in the canyons, however, the bikes' suspension is not helping me because of the quality and also because the motorcycle ground clearance is too low. So before I start spending any amount of money on fixing this ground clearance problem, I need help and advise.
I understand that the front forks on the hypermotard are 170mm compared to the hyperstrada's 130mm;however, the only difference between the two is the suspension's inner tube because both main cylinders are 43 mm.
Since the difference in suspension between the hypermotard and the hyperstrada is a suspension inner tube, do you guys know where I can purchase a used inner tube or where can I have those tubes made for a reasonable price. I have contacted Ducati here in Japan and the cost for a the suspension tube is about $700 each and that is too much money. To add insult to injury, Kayaba, the company that makes the suspension for the hypermotard and the hyperstrada ,is here in Japan, however, they cannot sell me the parts that I need to increase the bikes height because of the contract between Ducati and the company.
Online I have seen couple of used hypermotard 821 and 939 front forks for about 900 to $1,000 but since I am planning to buy the inner cartridges from andreani or nitron, the entire move will cost me about $2,000 which is a bit too much for a kayaba ensemble.
Does anybody have or know of anyone selling hypermotard front fork suspension for $350 or less?
Regarding the rear shock, I could buy a used hypermotard shock then change the spring but that path will cost me over $600 and the aftermarket rear shock suspensions, the simple ones at least, begin at $650 and so on.
Please, any help, suggestion or idea is most welcome. I am confused and stuck and I need help finding a solution.
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I ride very spirited in the track and in the canyons, however, the bikes' suspension is not helping me because of the quality and also because the motorcycle ground clearance is too low. So before I start spending any amount of money on fixing this ground clearance problem, I need help and advise.
I understand that the front forks on the hypermotard are 170mm compared to the hyperstrada's 130mm;however, the only difference between the two is the suspension's inner tube because both main cylinders are 43 mm.
Since the difference in suspension between the hypermotard and the hyperstrada is a suspension inner tube, do you guys know where I can purchase a used inner tube or where can I have those tubes made for a reasonable price. I have contacted Ducati here in Japan and the cost for a the suspension tube is about $700 each and that is too much money. To add insult to injury, Kayaba, the company that makes the suspension for the hypermotard and the hyperstrada ,is here in Japan, however, they cannot sell me the parts that I need to increase the bikes height because of the contract between Ducati and the company.
Online I have seen couple of used hypermotard 821 and 939 front forks for about 900 to $1,000 but since I am planning to buy the inner cartridges from andreani or nitron, the entire move will cost me about $2,000 which is a bit too much for a kayaba ensemble.
Does anybody have or know of anyone selling hypermotard front fork suspension for $350 or less?
Regarding the rear shock, I could buy a used hypermotard shock then change the spring but that path will cost me over $600 and the aftermarket rear shock suspensions, the simple ones at least, begin at $650 and so on.
Please, any help, suggestion or idea is most welcome. I am confused and stuck and I need help finding a solution.
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I am trying to raise my hyperstrada as well and I found out that the difference is the inner tube inside the suspension. The suspension on the hypermotard is 170mm vs the hyperstrada 130mm, however, the main cylinders are the same 43mm. You will need those tubes or a total new front Fork suspension. The cartridges are basically the same but is that inner tube that needs the changing, the one that attach to the brake calipers.
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