Bob, I've played about a bit on the Multi, and I found that they are really low in the back. 5mm extra on the ride height adjuster was better, and quite a bit more spring preload (15mm of preload, shock removed from the bike) plus closing up a bit the compression, but I left the rebound standard.
They are really sensible to tyres, too. Are you still on standard Pirellis ?
I wound on the front pre-load 3 turns from standard, and next time out will try some slightly longer springs. The bike felt a lot better, more precise, and not too harsh. Still felt a bit low in the back, though. The hydraulic was about the same as you found.
The rear öhlins is a good investment, though. Continental "Conti-Attacks" are running on one of the bikes, and I like these better than the standard Pirellis, sharper steering, better mid-corner grip, and so far good milage.
