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r6ken · 10-25-2009, 05:03 PM

but made it 1 1/2 years from the last time i blew them. this time i decided to save alittle money and take the challenge of taking them out myself, then bring the forks into the shop to have a pro change the seals, i'm not ready for that part yet. it was pretty easy to do. here are some pixs.

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r6ken · 10-25-2009, 05:09 PM

and is it okay to hang the bike from the triple tree like that?

coastiepete · 10-25-2009, 05:35 PM

Originally Posted by r6ken

but made it 1 1/2 years from the last time i blew them. this time i decided to save alittle money and take the challenge of taking them out myself, then bring the forks into the shop to have a pro change the seals, i'm not ready for that part yet. it was pretty easy to do. here are some pixs.

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Dude! that looks like a fukkin Decepticon!

Originally Posted by r6ken

and is it okay to hang the bike from the triple tree like that?

Dunno, but you're stuck with it now!
May want to invest in a front stand that lifts by the hole in the lower clamp.
You can still take the forks off with it, and it's cool to have around for brake service/wheel removal/cleaning/etc...

http://www.vortexracing.com/index.ph...roducts_detail

r6ken · 10-25-2009, 05:55 PM

i got a piece of metal in the lower clap to hold some of the weight, just in case it isnt good to hang it there.

lol. it looks like a grasshopper with his abdomin tore off

odin544 · 10-25-2009, 07:23 PM

yeah its fine like that. not optimal but its okay. do a bunch off wheelies?

r6ken · 10-25-2009, 08:03 PM

acouple here and there, but yes. thanks for letting me know, i'll sleep better tonight

mustang1 · 10-25-2009, 09:20 PM

wash and wax would do wonders!

r6ken · 10-25-2009, 10:05 PM

Originally Posted by mustang1

wash and wax would do wonders!

i know, just got really biz.

she's usually nice and shiny. this winter she's getting a good detailing.

SRWitt · 10-26-2009, 06:06 AM

Originally Posted by mustang1

wash and wax would do wonders!

Originally Posted by r6ken

i know, just got really biz.

she's usually nice and shiny. this winter she's getting a good detailing.

Damn it looked pretty shiny to me yesterday morning..still sore.

lagwagonlead · 10-26-2009, 07:12 AM

Originally Posted by mustang1

wash and wax would do wonders!

If that's bad you wouldn't want to see the bikes in my garage.

r6ken · 10-26-2009, 08:17 AM

i got a delima now. i was looking on ebay and found some 07 forks with the gold tubes that i like. the shops here in idaho change $78-$75/ hour. they qoute me 2hrs to do my fork seal. but the forks on ebay are the same amount and some change. should i go with the ebay forks or just have my forks fixed?

SRWitt · 10-26-2009, 08:20 AM

Originally Posted by r6ken

i got a delima now. i was looking on ebay and found some 07 forks with the gold tubes that i like. the shops here in idaho change $78-$75/ hour. they qoute me 2hrs to do my fork seal. but the forks on ebay are the same amount and some change. should i go with the ebay forks or just have my forks fixed?

As easy is it is to be screwed on ebay, I would get yours fixed, and then look for a set to upgrade. Just in case ya know. Besides your forks are barely visible, I think the black would look better with the rest of your bike. You Gots NO BLING.

straightshot · 10-26-2009, 08:31 AM

Yeah, get bling!

eaheer · 10-26-2009, 11:02 AM

I would fix your forks first.

WarriorDriver · 10-26-2009, 11:17 AM

Here is how I lifted mine, made a pick point for the cherry picker..

not much in there..

r6ken · 10-26-2009, 12:29 PM

wow, i like that method

SRWitt · 10-28-2009, 07:19 AM

Originally Posted by r6ken

wow, i like that method

Remind ya of the reach around?

JONNY ROCKET · 10-28-2009, 07:31 AM

You should use a dirt bike for your off road adventures Ken!

.

r6ken · 10-28-2009, 08:16 AM

Originally Posted by JONNY ROCKET

You should use a dirt bike for your off road adventures Ken!

.

its called a enduro sport street bike

forks are at the shop.

ducatichick · 10-28-2009, 08:42 AM

Fork seals should last longer than 1.5 years - unless you're really beating on them. Has the shop looked closely at the fork tube to ensure there are no nicks etc? Minute defects on the tubes make fork seals wear out fast. The GSXRs tended to do this and the remedy is fork tube protection from debris.

r6ken · 10-28-2009, 06:26 PM

Originally Posted by ducatichick

Fork seals should last longer than 1.5 years - unless you're really beating on them. Has the shop looked closely at the fork tube to ensure there are no nicks etc? Minute defects on the tubes make fork seals wear out fast. The GSXRs tended to do this and the remedy is fork tube protection from debris.

they said everything looked good, bushings are good. so i'm getting new seals and dust caps. the first set i went through was from the previous owner and 2nd set was learning to wheelie ( and yes i can rock them

). 3rd sets a charm

ducatichick · 10-28-2009, 06:33 PM

Originally Posted by r6ken

they said everything looked good, bushings are good. so i'm getting new seals and dust caps. the first set i went through was from the previous owner and 2nd set was learning to wheelie ( and yes i can rock them

). 3rd sets a charm

Ah yes wheelies are tough on fork seals...from what I've heard

WarriorDriver · 10-28-2009, 08:29 PM

Its not the wheelie, its the slamming it down too hard :O

r6ken · 10-28-2009, 09:07 PM

Originally Posted by WarriorDriver

Its not the wheelie, its the slamming it down too hard :O

yup. its the oh shit, 12 0'clock

WarriorDriver · 10-28-2009, 09:08 PM

Originally Posted by r6ken

yup. its the oh shit, 12 0'clock

I still struggle with the "Oh shit, its coming up too fast!"

r6ken · 11-04-2009, 04:29 PM

forks are back on. ready to ride

smoothytaggert · 11-05-2009, 07:03 AM

let's ride today! I need to go to usk

SRWitt · 11-05-2009, 08:28 AM

Originally Posted by smoothytaggert

let's ride today! I need to go to usk

Stop n say hi, I'm at work here in Newport...

smoothytaggert · 11-05-2009, 08:34 AM

I'll text you... what time? lunch? lol

SRWitt · 11-05-2009, 08:38 AM

Originally Posted by smoothytaggert

I'll text you... what time? lunch? lol

I have lunch at 11:00. Grey building behind Mcdonalds, if your in the area, I should be outside in the parking lot, its where I normally eat.

smoothytaggert · 11-05-2009, 08:50 AM

waiting on my phone number to get onto the new phone... (still same one) ugh... I hope it happens before I leave if not... you'll see me there... !

r6ken · 11-05-2009, 09:23 AM

call me, kurt

smoothytaggert · 11-05-2009, 03:54 PM

^^^ HEY - KURT! ^^^

r6ken · 11-05-2009, 04:47 PM

smoothytaggert · 11-06-2009, 06:05 AM

off... er hum... yeah you were right... it's frickin rainin like a mofo... beautiful day yesterday... wow... cold was not real excessive, and yeah... I need a different rear tire for this weather... still like the 190 though... I like using the whole front tire with it...

r6ken · 11-15-2009, 02:24 PM

new rotors ya'll

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MCA8690 · 11-15-2009, 06:08 PM

Originally Posted by r6ken

new rotors ya'll

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dude....those are DOPE!!!

Rippn · 11-15-2009, 06:34 PM

I'd check/ replace your bushings...
FREE and clean, Ripp'n

Wild Angel · 11-15-2009, 11:46 PM

Pretty Pretty Ken.....

Anyone up for a ride?? The temp is a high of 32 deg. YipppEeeeeeeee


10-25-2009, 05:03 PM	#1
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	Blew the fork seals again but made it 1 1/2 years from the last time i blew them. this time i decided to save alittle money and take the challenge of taking them out myself, then bring the forks into the shop to have a pro change the seals, i'm not ready for that part yet. it was pretty easy to do. here are some pixs. [/IMG] [/IMG] [/IMG] [/IMG] __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-25-2009, 05:09 PM	#2
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	and is it okay to hang the bike from the triple tree like that? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-25-2009, 05:55 PM	#4
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	i got a piece of metal in the lower clap to hold some of the weight, just in case it isnt good to hang it there. lol. it looks like a grasshopper with his abdomin tore off __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-25-2009, 07:23 PM	#5
odin544 Superbiker Joined: Apr 2007 From: Kennewick, Washington I Ride: '08 Ducati 848 street , '03 R6 race (for sale), '07 R6 race	yeah its fine like that. not optimal but its okay. do a bunch off wheelies? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-25-2009, 08:03 PM	#6
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	acouple here and there, but yes. thanks for letting me know, i'll sleep better tonight __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by r6ken; 10-25-2009 at 08:08 PM..

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10-25-2009, 09:20 PM	#7
mustang1 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Jun 2008 From: olympia washington I Ride: hayabusa	wash and wax would do wonders! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-26-2009, 08:17 AM	#11
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	i got a delima now. i was looking on ebay and found some 07 forks with the gold tubes that i like. the shops here in idaho change $78-$75/ hour. they qoute me 2hrs to do my fork seal. but the forks on ebay are the same amount and some change. should i go with the ebay forks or just have my forks fixed? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-26-2009, 08:31 AM	#13
straightshot Zone Head Joined: Sep 2007 From: Spokane Valley, Washington I Ride: with 1% of the 99%'rs	Yeah, get bling! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-26-2009, 11:02 AM	#14
eaheer Streetfighter Joined: Feb 2008 From: Spokane Valley I Ride: 2005 Ninja ZX10R & 2002 TRX400EX	I would fix your forks first. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-26-2009, 11:17 AM	#15
WarriorDriver MotoGP Contender Joined: May 2006 From: Lynden, Washington I Ride: not enough to be worthy..	Here is how I lifted mine, made a pick point for the cherry picker.. not much in there.. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-26-2009, 12:29 PM	#16
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	wow, i like that method __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-28-2009, 07:31 AM	#18
JONNY ROCKET Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2007 From: SOMEWHERE SOUTH I Ride: 2008 CBR 1000RR	You should use a dirt bike for your off road adventures Ken! . __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-28-2009, 08:42 AM	#20
ducatichick WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Jul 2009 From: Corvallis, OR I Ride: 08 Hypervibrator	Fork seals should last longer than 1.5 years - unless you're really beating on them. Has the shop looked closely at the fork tube to ensure there are no nicks etc? Minute defects on the tubes make fork seals wear out fast. The GSXRs tended to do this and the remedy is fork tube protection from debris. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-28-2009, 08:29 PM	#23
WarriorDriver MotoGP Contender Joined: May 2006 From: Lynden, Washington I Ride: not enough to be worthy..	Its not the wheelie, its the slamming it down too hard :O __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-04-2009, 04:29 PM	#26
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	forks are back on. ready to ride __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-05-2009, 07:03 AM	#27
smoothytaggert Zone Head Joined: May 2006 From: lively Hagadone area I Ride: I ride to get lost and I never fail at that	let's ride today! I need to go to usk __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-05-2009, 08:34 AM	#29
smoothytaggert Zone Head Joined: May 2006 From: lively Hagadone area I Ride: I ride to get lost and I never fail at that	I'll text you... what time? lunch? lol __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-05-2009, 08:50 AM	#31
smoothytaggert Zone Head Joined: May 2006 From: lively Hagadone area I Ride: I ride to get lost and I never fail at that	waiting on my phone number to get onto the new phone... (still same one) ugh... I hope it happens before I leave if not... you'll see me there... ! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-05-2009, 09:23 AM	#32
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	call me, kurt __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-05-2009, 03:54 PM	#33
smoothytaggert Zone Head Joined: May 2006 From: lively Hagadone area I Ride: I ride to get lost and I never fail at that	^^^ HEY - KURT! ^^^ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-05-2009, 04:47 PM	#34
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	jerk __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-06-2009, 06:05 AM	#35
smoothytaggert Zone Head Joined: May 2006 From: lively Hagadone area I Ride: I ride to get lost and I never fail at that	off... er hum... yeah you were right... it's frickin rainin like a mofo... beautiful day yesterday... wow... cold was not real excessive, and yeah... I need a different rear tire for this weather... still like the 190 though... I like using the whole front tire with it... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-15-2009, 02:24 PM	#36
r6ken Pit Crew Joined: Apr 2008 From: post falls, idaho I Ride: yamaha r6 2006 raven	new rotors ya'll [/IMG] __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-15-2009, 06:34 PM	#38
Rippn MotoGP Champion Joined: Apr 2007 From: soap lake wa. I Ride: 00kaw12r, 97 tls1000, 96gsxr1260 turbo freakshow, kz1300gt, 88gsxr1100, 86gsxr750, 82gsx1100ez, 79kz1300, 75 ducati750gts, 72 gt550 cafe	I'd check/ replace your bushings... FREE and clean, Ripp'n __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-15-2009, 11:46 PM	#39
Wild Angel Superbiker Joined: Aug 2008 From: Spokane, WA I Ride: 07 500R Ninja	Pretty Pretty Ken..... Anyone up for a ride?? The temp is a high of 32 deg. YipppEeeeeeeee __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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