Could I use this set of complete S3 USD forks/yokes on my 2002 M2?
Would my existing wheel, spindle caliper and front caliper be compatible?
Thanks
Gary
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| Author: | Gee Tee [ 01 May 2012 00:20 ] |
| Post subject: | Fork swap on M2 |
Could I use this set of complete S3 USD forks/yokes on my 2002 M2? Would my existing wheel, spindle caliper and front caliper be compatible? Thanks Gary
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| Author: | Maz [ 01 May 2012 00:29 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Yes. |
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| Author: | Maz [ 01 May 2012 00:32 ] |
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......but why would you want to ?......standard M2 forks are much better (and far cheaper to maintain) than USD items 
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| Author: | Gee Tee [ 01 May 2012 01:19 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Gotta say I'm not that impressed with mine - even after an overhaul |
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| Author: | gusm2 [ 01 May 2012 07:46 ] |
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originals still hanging in the garage, just in case |
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| Author: | Adam [ 01 May 2012 10:45 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Maz wrote: ......but why would you want to ?......standard M2 forks are much better (and far cheaper to maintain) than USD items  I've actually considered putting my M2 forks on my X1, they are that much better 
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| Author: | bueller ball breaker [ 01 May 2012 11:33 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Will that make it an X2 
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| Author: | Gee Tee [ 01 May 2012 12:19 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Looks like it'll be plan 'B' then Time to save my money and have a rethink |
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| Author: | pash [ 01 May 2012 12:57 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Where is the issue with your M2 forks? I have S1 Maxtonised forks and they can go much faster than I can... |
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| Author: | Gee Tee [ 02 May 2012 13:51 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
I just find them a bit harsh and choppy to be honest. I've tweaked the preload or rebound damping adjuster, but it seems to make little difference. I had to have them rebuilt in March due to a blown seal, and was hoping that + fresh oil would help. Been spoilt riding Ducati's for 15 years with better spec showa or ohlins I guess Suspect the rear shock is fooked too which probably isn't helping overall handling. Previous owner did a lot of 2 up riding so it had a hard life. Fiddling with compression/rebound adjusters also seems to have little end result. Whatever I do it still has a very soggy, wallowing back end, which in conjunction with the choppy front isn't exactly confidence inspiring. I'm going to flog another bike later this season to free up cash to sort the Buell properly. I'll either be fitting an AST shock or maybe one of these http://www.twinmotorcycles.nl/webshop/a ... _1574_inch Front end option I was considering was a complete USD setup from one of the later 900 monsters, or superbikes using fully adjustable Showas and custom yokes. I fitted late 916 Showa forks to my 900ie dark monster and it was a big improvment. The 1.0kg/mm spring were a bit OTT for the aircooled 2V 900, but should work ok on Buell which has a similar kerb weight to watercooled 4V 916. The other bonus is this would give me Brembo Goldline brakes up front as well. |
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| Author: | chris(madrid) [ 02 May 2012 14:41 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Gee Tee wrote: The other bonus is this would give me Brembo Goldline brakes up front as well. In itself worth it. As long as they're proper "Gold-Line" with iron discs. 
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| Author: | Adam [ 02 May 2012 16:54 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Were the Ducati forks you swapped out of the Monster Marzoccis by any chance? If so, I agree they were a bit grim. The first thing I did to my Duc 1000 classic Sport, was bin the forks and fit 998 items - much better. The top spec forks I have on my 1198 have been revalved and resprung twice to get them somewhere near useful, and I'm currently playing with oil levels in them. Aside from this, they also show a remarkable amount of stiction  In total contrast to this, the 'budget' Showas on my 1125, after a bit of fiddling with comp and rebound, are nigh on perfect for me I'm not convinced by the current fashion for Ohlins  in fact, my 1125 is a better handler than the 1198
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| Author: | cooter [ 02 May 2012 20:17 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Gee Tee wrote: Could I use this set of complete S3 USD forks/yokes on my 2002 M2? Would my existing wheel, spindle caliper and front caliper be compatible? Thanks Gary You'll need a new front mudguard aswell |
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| Author: | Gee Tee [ 02 May 2012 23:19 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fork swap on M2 |
Adam wrote: Were the Ducati forks you swapped out of the Monster Marzoccis by any chance? If so, I agree they were a bit grim. The first thing I did to my Duc 1000 classic Sport, was bin the forks and fit 998 items - much better. The top spec forks I have on my 1198 have been revalved and resprung twice to get them somewhere near useful, and I'm currently playing with oil levels in them. Aside from this, they also show a remarkable amount of stiction In total contrast to this, the 'budget' Showas on my 1125, after a bit of fiddling with comp and rebound, are nigh on perfect for me I'm not convinced by the current fashion for Ohlins in fact, my 1125 is a better handler than the 1198 They were Showa's but basic non adjustable ones - M900 dark spec monster No preload or damping adjustment at all cooter wrote: Gee Tee wrote: Could I use this set of complete S3 USD forks/yokes on my 2002 M2? Would my existing wheel, spindle caliper and front caliper be compatible? Thanks Gary You'll need a new front mudguard aswell Thanks I'd already sussed that one out |
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