Front end inspection. Post accident.

[loudest143]

I've most certainly got a guardian angel with a twisted sense of humor. I bought my Dynojet kit, got it installed, balanced out the carbs, and took a friend off to a small get together at a mutual friends' house. Guy at the party backs his new BMW into my bike, and breaks the sidestand off, and my bike is lying on the ground pouring gas outta the tank. Unfortunately my bike got hit, fortunately I wasn't on it when it happened. My life story in a nutshell.
Bike ran fine all the way home, cosmetic damage to left side engine case, tank covered in gas stains. But the front end seemed a little off plumb.... Left hand was farther forward than the right hand on the ride home. No rubbing, no binding of brakes, no flopping of bent tires or rims. No visual damage other than a big scuff mark on the paint on my right front fork tube. (bottom half.)
I need to inspect my front end, specifically the forks, but I'm at a bit of a loss... Where should I start? I was thinking after I get my stand welded tomorrow, that I should support the bike, get the front end loosened up and make sure I get get it back square again. If this was a BMX bike, I'd be all set. Grab the front tire with your Knees and twist the bars!
Learned panel, what things should I inspect and look for? The tubes didn't appear to be bent, but that was very early this morning before I went to work. Any input is welcome.

Thanks,
loudest 143

 

[rapidray]

Most likely, the handle bars got tweaked. Ray.

 

[Sandy]

If this was a BMX bike, I'd be all set. Grab the front tire with your Knees and twist the bars!

Yup, same thing. You might however have to loosen the triple clamp bolts unless you're REALLY strong. Then check for binds in the sliders by bouncing the front with the brake on. If there's no binds or fork oil leaks you're probably alright.

 

[piester]

i have a set of complete fork legs if you need them. ill let them go for cheap

 

[loudest143]

Thanks for the input and support! I did have the front end apart when I repainted my forks and installed gaitors and I did one smart thing out of anal retentiveness.... I put sharpie marks on the forks where they attach at the triple. So when I put them back together, I could rotate them into the exact location they were prior to taking them apart. I can now go back and look over my markings to have at least a starting point. Keep your fingers crossed.

I'll be loosening up the triple after I get my stand welded back on, and go from there.

Thanks!