Fork Options

[DeanR]

Correct fork oil amount with spring change? and how to check it?

[mro]

I use a baby bottle (has cc levels marked on bottle) fill to desired amount then add to forks.


mro

[jetmechmarty]

Racetech

Has anyone learned whether or not RACETECH gold valve emulators are available for the XS11? Over the weekend I got spanked real good by an XS650 so equipped. The XS650 has 35mm forks. What is the diameter of the XS11 fork?

I think TRAXXION DYNAMCS can fix the forks up right for $700. That's a bit steep for me.

While I'm asking, what series PROGRESSIVE shock works best on the XS11 without breaking the bank?

[GtrMn]

I just got the 12 series with HD 120/170 springs for a total of $186.67. Also installed the progressive fork springs. Have to say I'm surprised at the difference in handling...Very nice! Plus ride 2 up a lot and feels very stable. Oh..already had a forkbrace..that really made the most difference.

[DeanR]

Marty, I had my mechanic buddy look into those Racetech emulators and as I recall he found no fitment for the XS.
Not positive on that though.
My Progressive shocks are the basic 412 model. They have been fine but if I was to do it again I would get them with the heavier springs. I wasn't made aware of that option at the time.

[jetmechmarty]

gold valve emulators

There is an application for the XS650 w/ 35mm fork. I guess 37mm is needed?

[DeanR]

Don't remember the size, but I'm gonna write it down if anyone knows...

[AlanB]

Hi Guys,



Sorry to post the same pic of my bike again, but......
My bike has Forks from a Yamaha EXUP, a couple of other members of the UK site have XJR front ends (although the USA didn't get 'em!) But they have had to shorten the steering stem. A lot of bikes use the same headbearing sets as the XS11 (including some GSXRs!); If the bearings fit, the forks should not be too hard to fit.

There is an old write-up of my swap HERE;(click!)

Hope this helps.......

AlanB