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replace? Talking about fork springs today. I have my forks apart and measured them to find that they are only 1mm short of standard (421mm).

Yes the bike is 36 years old and I am just guessing that they are the originals. My question is this: should I replace with new? or just leave them alone? I was thinking if I did a replacement, I would go with sonics. Would I even notice a difference?

Your opinions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Larry
 
If you don't notice a difference, you really have no business riding a motorcycle.
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I installed Sonic springs in my forks last spring. Because the 850 is already the heaviest GS, and I have added to it, I chose the 1.1 springs. I went with my usual 10w fork oil at the standard quantity/height. Let's just say that the front of the bike rides like a Cadillac. :encouragement:

My goal now is to fine-tune the KONI shocks on the rear to ride as well as the forks, then I will be HAPPY. :dancing:

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I suppose it depends on what you do with your bike. If you're the type to just put gas and oil in it and ride it at a gentleman's pace, then maybe just putting in fresh oil will be just fine for you. But if you're the type to always be noticing things with your bike and are always trying to keep it performing as best it can there's nothing better than a new set of Sonic springs. Money well spent.
 
alke46 said:
replace? Talking about fork springs today. I have my forks apart and measured them to find that they are only 1mm short of standard (421mm).

Yes the bike is 36 years old and I am just guessing that they are the originals. My question is this: should I replace with new? or just leave them alone? I was thinking if I did a replacement, I would go with sonics. Would I even notice a difference?

Your opinions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Larry
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At only 1mm shorter, they are not appreciably derated from new. The problem (in my humble, and perhaps slightly biased opinion :)) is that they were crap to start with. You'll definitely feel the difference with good aftermarket springs.
 
It seems like the consensus is in......I will do it. Going to order the sonics today.

Thanks for all the replies.

Larry
 
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