HYPERPRO ACTIVE CONTROL DAMPERS or SCOTTS ROTARY STEERING DAMPER

[greco954]

OK group,

Now that I have gotten very comfortable on my bike and been riding harder with every trip, I have on occassion lifted my front tire off the ground, by accident the first time but liked it so much that I am practicing more and more

Now we all know the 954RR is powerful, but the front end is very light and has a mind of its own. Before I get anymore daring, I need to get more control of the steering. I have done a lot of reading and from what I can see, the two that I have chosen are both very good brands and will provide the necessary control that I am looking for. Also the prices are between $404 for the Scotts and $419 for the hyperpro (active) the non-active is $357.

However, it is still a lot of money and want to make sure I get the right one. I have spoken to many people about the non-active and they love it. However, I have not had the chance to get a lot of feedback on the active damper. So I am throwing it out to the masses for comment and advice. So here's the chance to tell us what you think and if you have any stories of how either model has saved your life/bike, I would love to hear them.

Thanks,

[Kham]

cheap way is just dont ride too hard.

most people agree the zx10 needs steering damper IF you push hard. small wheelies here and there is not gonna kill you. i pull small wheelies, under 100, all the time and no big deal.

edit: in any case i would go for the active hyperpro.

[double agent]

i have the RSC hyperpro and no complaints here. the only thing i do not like is to get under the tank you practically have to remove the hole unit. as for the scotts i have no info for you. ride on

[brewmaster]

I have a Scotts and really like it. My bike tends to pull the front wheel coming out of turns so the damper gets a fair amount of use. So far I have had no problems with mine and the adjustability of it is great. A little tweek ( on the fly) is all you need to dial it in. Not to mention if you lay it down the Scotts will survive better than most.