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    Cartridge Emulator adapter for 37mm Forks

    A few people have these fitted as a budget option to Racetechs. I have a set fitted using an adapter in the 83/1100 forks on my skunk. Work great and should work in all of the 37mm forks (GS1000, GS850, GS1100, newer GS750 etc). A few bodies in Canada also have them fitted.

    Color/Finish: Gold Material: Steel Fits: Yamaha XS650 1977-1984 OEM Ref: 1T3-23170-00-00 Note: Damper rod drilling required


    I have the option to get some more of the adapters made up, want another set myself. Cheaper in bulk. Cost will be in the $35 range plus some postage. These ones will be made of an engineering Nylon (considering we use ABS pipe as a spacer in our forks Nylon will work fine).

    Let me know if anyone is interested. I'll run a separate thread if/when I have them on hand, I just want to know if there is any forum demand. Racetech's are about $150 so it will be a decent saving. For me to do it I'll need commitment for a minimum of about 15. There is a volume of scale too.
    1980 GS1000G - Sold
    1978 GS1000E - Finished!
    1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
    1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
    2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
    1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
    2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar.....

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    TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

    #2
    I'd be in for a set of adapters. My fork springs are tired so a set of emulators coupled with a set of Sonic springs would be just what the doctor ordered. And this is the cheapest option for emulators I have seen.

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      #3
      Put me down for at least one set. If I install them and like them, I will go for two more.

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        #4
        I just wanted to make it clear that you'll need to buy the MikesXS emulators direct from them. Figure total cost of the upgrade will be in the region of $100.

        For those that don't know - These allow you to split the two damping circuits on your fork - Rebound & Compression. You then adjust the rebound using oil weight & use the emulator to adjust compression damping to suit.

        With the 83/1100 forks the rebound adjusters stay active after upgrade so you get a fork adjustable for preload, rebound & compression (without changing oil or spacers). You do need to disable anti-dive on the 83 forks.
        1980 GS1000G - Sold
        1978 GS1000E - Finished!
        1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
        1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
        2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
        1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
        2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar.....

        www.parasiticsanalytics.com

        TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

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          #5
          I'll take one for sure Dan, possibly 2.
          Rob
          1983 1100ES, 98' ST1100, 02' DR-Z400E and a few other 'bits and pieces'
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            #6
            I'll take one.
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              #7
              I'll take one, definitely.
              ---- Dave
              79 GS850N - Might be a trike soon.
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                #8
                If it wasn't for the exchange rate killing it, I would be wanting a set, too. As it sits, I can get an aluminum set machined up locally for almost exactly the same money...


                Mark
                1982 GS1100E
                1998 ZX-6R
                2005 KTM 450EXC

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                  #9
                  Just to be clear, this is an adapter to make the XS emulators fit in the GS forks? I'm game to try a set.
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                    #10
                    Originally posted by mmattockx View Post
                    If it wasn't for the exchange rate killing it, I would be wanting a set, too. As it sits, I can get an aluminum set machined up locally for almost exactly the same money...


                    Mark
                    Really? is this someone you know, or just as a shop price?
                    Rob
                    1983 1100ES, 98' ST1100, 02' DR-Z400E and a few other 'bits and pieces'
                    Are you on the GSR Google Earth Map yet? http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=170533

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                      #11
                      Are you printing the extra bits in nylon?
                      1983 GS 550 LD
                      2009 BMW K1300s

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                        #12
                        Just to be clear, this is an adapter to make the XS emulators fit in the GS forks? I'm game to try a set. - CORRECT

                        Not Printed parts these are precision CNC machined. I'd be somewhat worried about a printed part as the bottom does rest on the top of the damper rod. The only reason I am using Engineering Nylon instead of Brass or Aluminium is cost (and weight but not really concerned about that).
                        Just to be clear, this is an adapter to make the XS emulators fit in the GS forks? I'm game to try a set.
                        1980 GS1000G - Sold
                        1978 GS1000E - Finished!
                        1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
                        1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
                        2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
                        1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
                        2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar.....

                        www.parasiticsanalytics.com

                        TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

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                          #13
                          Originally posted by azr View Post
                          Really? is this someone you know, or just as a shop price?
                          It is a buddy I know from the shooting range I used to belong to. He is a machinist and does work on the side at home on a couple of small machines.


                          Mark
                          1982 GS1100E
                          1998 ZX-6R
                          2005 KTM 450EXC

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                            #14
                            Let me know when you want some cash Dan.
                            Rob
                            1983 1100ES, 98' ST1100, 02' DR-Z400E and a few other 'bits and pieces'
                            Are you on the GSR Google Earth Map yet? http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=170533

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                              #15
                              It'll probably take 6 weeks or so for me to get my hands on them once I press the "go" button.
                              1980 GS1000G - Sold
                              1978 GS1000E - Finished!
                              1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
                              1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
                              2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
                              1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
                              2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar.....

                              www.parasiticsanalytics.com

                              TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

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