Well, I'm not a "guru" but I've done a few suspension changes in my day, and I'd say first check the tire pressure. I was down to 33/35psi on the track (front/rear, cold, Michelin Pilot Power), which worked well. Set your static sag before making changes, as well. Then for rear-end instability, change the shock in this order (try to get out after each change): Add pre-load (not user-adjustable? All you need is a spanner-wrench, although it looks like two different sizes are needed.... Just triumph covering some arse, IMHO), increase compression damping, reduce rebound damping. The first two will keep 'er more planted, the third will allow better traction over bumps and through throttle modulations.
I would advise bleeding the front brakes to every '05 S3 owner... Both the demo I rode and the one I bought needed a little bleeding, and it makes a huge difference.
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That's a good monkey you have on your back. Know a pet shop where I can get one?
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Actually, there's an identical twin sister, but after you meet her, you'd meet her fiance (doh!)... I'm still thanking my lucky stars I found mine
+1 I was wrestling with how to get in the correct position, because the bars are so high compared to a sportbike. Looks like you've got it pretty well down!
Alex
