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Suspension & Handling Concerns

  • Thread starter Thread starter Tom MLC
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Thanks Ryan, I'm not forgetin' 'em. If the front end work doesn't do it, I'll look closer at the swing arm.
 
Pulled my steering stem today. I was surprised to find the bearings were dry! No sign of scoring on the rollers or races. I have new bearings and races on order, but I am not confident in my ability to knock out the old races. Considering the lack of visible wear, I'm debating just repacking my old bearings. Any thoughts?

Found out today that my fork springs are back ordered (bikebandit.com). I'm a bit disappointed, but I did get a good price with the AMA discount. Hopefully it won't take too long.
 
Well, it seems like forever since I started this repair. I finally got my fork springs yesterday. Spent last night and most of today putting my bike back together. I took care of a bunch of cosmetic stuff while waiting for my parts.

I repacked the steering head bearings, and replaced the front fork springs, seals, and fork oil. By the time I finished it was getting late, but I did get out for a quick road test. WOW! what a difference. The bike rides a bit higher, and handles superbly. With the new shocks i installed last year, and the new front springs she feels showroom new.

Tomorrow I'm gonna give her the once over. Retorque a few things. Then take a good long trip. I am really looking forward to it, as I missed my big bike so much.

Thanks a lot to all the guru's who offered advice on this thread. I always say, the been-there-done-that crowd is what makes this forum special.
 
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