xs650newb
XS650 Addict
Hey guys,
I busted the cap to the fork tube on the right fork on my 1977. It is the type with the pre-load adjustment.
I'm going to use a combination of heat, a chisel, and a bfh to get it loose tomorrow but once it is removed its definitely going to be all buggered up and not re-useable.
It looks like I can get new fork caps from MikesXS. He seems to sell two types for the 1977.
They are #27-4003 and #27-4004. Neither has an adjustable pre-load and but it looks like the #27-4004 gives a bit more pre-load on the springs because it sticks down into the fork tube.
Is that correct? I'd like to stiffen up the front suspension so if I am right that would be awesome BUT if I ever go with heavier front springs am I going to regret not getting the 27-4003?
Best,
Adam
I busted the cap to the fork tube on the right fork on my 1977. It is the type with the pre-load adjustment.
I'm going to use a combination of heat, a chisel, and a bfh to get it loose tomorrow but once it is removed its definitely going to be all buggered up and not re-useable.
It looks like I can get new fork caps from MikesXS. He seems to sell two types for the 1977.
They are #27-4003 and #27-4004. Neither has an adjustable pre-load and but it looks like the #27-4004 gives a bit more pre-load on the springs because it sticks down into the fork tube.
Is that correct? I'd like to stiffen up the front suspension so if I am right that would be awesome BUT if I ever go with heavier front springs am I going to regret not getting the 27-4003?
Best,
Adam