While the SS 2.0 arrives far more complete than older competitors, several components require attention if you ride hard dirt or jump tracks:
- Reinforced Footpegs and Support Brace: The stock cast aluminum footpegs bend during hard drops or encounters with embedded boulders. Installing wider billet aluminum pegs paired with a solid steel cross-brace between the brackets prevents frame tab deformation.
- Heavier Front Springs: The inverted fork handles smooth dirt and fast trails well, but riders weighing over 185 pounds will blow through travel on fast g-outs. Progressive spring upgrades improve big-hit stability.
- Tire Replacement: The factory CST rubber wears quickly on mixed asphalt and hardpack. Swapping to dedicated dual-sport or aggressive knobbies transforms cornering confidence.
- Direct-Mount Stem and Riser Bars: Taller riders frequently experience cramped ergonomics due to the low factory handlebar sweep. A 50mm riser bar with a direct-mount stem creates a natural standing posture.
