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forks out ready for new internals
07 Jul 22, 14:28 pm
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bazza950
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forks out ready for new internals
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May 09, 2021, 05.05 pm
May 09, 2021, 05.05 pm
So bike on centre stand,ratchet strap in place holding front up up and brass pole just "to be sure"
I haven't ever taken forks out but mudguard off,calipers off,wheel out and forks slid out-all in an hour! Whilst waiting I think I will strip the brake calipers -I got some clamps for the hoses so only the fluid in the caliper will be lost-and after 3 years adding new is a good idea. The maxton rear shock is done - not sure how they did it as the rear seat key operated catch is still in place -another job to get done!
Last Edit: May 10, 2021, 09.55 am by Crosstourer
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haggetty
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 03, 2021, 11.51 am
Jun 03, 2021, 11.51 am
Hi Bazza950!
I'm very interested to know what you are having done to the forks (By Maxton I presume). Is it a re-valve of existing internals or cartridge conversion?
I hope you can report on what the difference is when it's done. (They sorted my NC750x forks with GP20 catridges. Transformed the bike and made the thing a pleasure to ride. Had the rear shock changed too but barely felt any difference from stock tbh).
Good luck!
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 03, 2021, 04.14 pm
Jun 03, 2021, 04.14 pm
While you have the forks out, strip, clean & regrease the steering head bearings. My 2012 model's were U/S after 22k miles, there wasn't much grease on them and they live a hard life handling the Crosstourer's weight.
I'm sure you'll be please with the results of a Maxton rebuild, they did mine and it transformed the bike's handling and comfort
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 03, 2021, 05.27 pm
Jun 03, 2021, 05.27 pm
When you get to those bearings better change them for conical ones.
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 03, 2021, 10.11 pm
Jun 03, 2021, 10.11 pm
Is that Hyperpro rear suspension spring?
Looks very similar to my one.
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 04, 2021, 10.16 am
Jun 04, 2021, 10.16 am
i am expecting the sliders ,modified ,back soon.I dont know if you saw all the topic but basicly Honda dont do a proper job on the forks -or on the NC 750. The excuse of a cheap fork job may apply on a commuter bike but doesn't wash on on the CT which is supposed to be a superior item. The chrome is also just a "flash" not a proper coat.
So my NC had maxton upgrade front & back -and now the CT is being done.
i am not a hard rider - infact "very soft" but prefer not to lose fillings when hitting a pot hole.
so asked Richard - the "team leader" to sort me out gived fat,old ,slow long distance tourer IF we are ever allowed away again!
they are only 30 miles from me-handy!
baz
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 04, 2021, 10.25 am
Jun 04, 2021, 10.25 am
Originally Posted by
bazza950
i am expecting the sliders ,modified ,back soon.I dont know if you saw all the topic but basicly Honda dont do a proper job on the forks -or on the NC 750. The excuse of a cheap fork job may apply on a commuter bike but doesn't wash on on the CT which is supposed to be a superior item. The chrome is also just a "flash" not a proper coat.
So my NC had maxton upgrade front & back -and now the CT is being done.
i am not a hard rider - infact "very soft" but prefer not to lose fillings when hitting a pot hole.
so asked Richard - the "team leader" to sort me out gived fat,old ,slow long distance tourer IF we are ever allowed away again!
they are only 30 miles from me-handy!
baz
Agree with all of that. It is surprising that Honda ‘cheaped out’ with the suspension on the CT given it’s a premium product!
So are you getting the re-valve or cartridge conversion? There’s quite a price difference I know.
Hopefully you can post a review when done (I’m sure you will) Thanks.
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Re: forks out ready for new internals
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Jun 04, 2021, 11.05 am
Jun 04, 2021, 11.05 am
just the cheaper version - I am not that sensitive and regards off roading as something for masochists.I tried -even did the BMW learn to ride off road course - but now accept that i am more an armchair rider - hence the Merc for serious trips!
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