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    GS1000G fork spacer

    I own a 81 GS1000G loads of people have told me that to improve the front forks I should fit a 1"" ( 25mm ) spacer under the fork cap and not pressurize with air. So I'm asking the experts their opinion on the subject, any help will be appreciated.

    #2
    You have some choices but that is not the best of them as you're simply changing preload - the "start" point at which the spring starts to compress not the actual spring rate.

    You can:

    A: Cut your springs & replace that length with spacer (PVC pipe)
    B: Replace your springs with Progressive
    C: Replace your springs with Sonic Straight (or Racetech if you're feeling flush).

    For the ultimate go with Sonic or Racetech straight weight & Cartridge Emulators. (around $250 if you fit yourself).

    A lot depends on how deep your pockets are & what you are trying to achieve but using the air feature is certainly not the best way.
    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..... - FOR SALE!

    www.parasiticsanalytics.com

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

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      #3
      You need to learn how to set your "static sag" as well... It's not just about adding an inch, you need to measure.

      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..... - FOR SALE!

      www.parasiticsanalytics.com

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

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        #4
        thanks

        Many thanks for the info.

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          #5
          Another vote for PVC as a cheap and easy to make spacer.

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