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[myac455]

On my other posts, I mentioned my 79 xs with the Kawasaki front forks and steering.
I just noticed my front wheel rim has a flat spot in it, so I'd like to at least change it back to a Yamaha wheel to match the rear.
My forks are 30.5 inches long and the lower legs measure 6.5 " in between, thru the front wheel. If we can match that, then we can get into the axle nut diameter.
Could someone get me those two measurements off of a stock xs ? I'd appreciate it .
Thanks in advance
Mark
602-769-0346


Edit: Front fork tubes are just about 8.25" on center.

[myac455]

BTT

I see some models have the front axle in front of the lower leg rather than at the bottom. In that case, I'm looking for the measurement of the axle c/l to the top of the fork.
Thanks

[Schming]

BTT

I see some models have the front axle in front of the lower leg rather than at the bottom. In that case, I'm looking for the measurement of the axle c/l to the top of the fork.
Thanks

The Specials have the leading axle forks. The measurement your asking for will differ on every bike and even the same set of forks as the forks are compressed or unloaded.

I have a couple sets of forks for the XS11 in the garage that I won't be using if your interested in going back to stock.

[myac455]

The Specials have the leading axle forks. The measurement your asking for will differ on every bike and even the same set of forks as the forks are compressed or unloaded.

I have a couple sets of forks for the XS11 in the garage that I won't be using if your interested in going back to stock.

Yes , I'm just looking for the extended length ,as on the bench.
I can deal with the ride height later.
I haven't decided about changing the complete front end back yet.
I have to see exactly what I have now.
I took the steering stem out today, and I see they had to use about a 1/2" spacer on top so the big crown nut wouldn't bottom out.
After I rounded up all the ball bearings, I see where they did some welding near the bottom inner race . Looks like the race itself has some weld on it. Also , I don't see any seal there at all, either.
I'll need to clean everything up and see exactly what I'm dealing before I decide what to do.
Thanks. I might need those forks , but maybe a whole lot more too.

[Schming]

I'll check but if I recall I believe I have a triple tree for an XS11 also.

I'll dig 'em out and let ya know.

[Schming]

This is what I have for the Standard but as you can see in the last 3 pics they are knicked and probably would tear up the seals so if you can use any of the parts all yours for the cost of shipping but there's a lot of decent sets on ebay but-but Andreas will beat anyones price and will gaurantee a good set

BTW the Standard forks measure:

From top of air cap to center of axle:

fully extended 31-1/4"

fully collapsed 25"

[myac455]

Thanks for going to all that trouble.
I found out today through a local member, that my forks are bigger dia. plus farther apart. Nothing really wrong with that. I would just have to find out what model they came off of , so I can get the seals.
I guess my next quest is to figure out if I can use a Yamaha front wheel with my current set-up. I know my brake rotors are farther apart, but that might be the offset.
I am probably going to have the wheels powder coated black anyway . No one will even notice, probably.. You guys will know, but don't tell anybody. LOL

[bikerphil]

You can find the size of the seals when you take them out, they will have the size numbers on them, (ex. 37 49 8.5). I also have the wrong forks on mine, off a 85 FJ1100.
If you could take a side view picture where the caliper bolts up, that may help identify. Also, what axle diameter do you have?

[myac455]

You can find the size of the seals when you take them out, they will have the size numbers on them, (ex. 37 49 8.5). I also have the wrong forks on mine, off a 85 FJ1100.
If you could take a side view picture where the caliper bolts up, that may help identify. Also, what axle diameter do you have?

I will look at all that stuff tomorrow. Will post later in the day.
I was hoping that the fork seals have part# on them but won't know til later in the week.
Also , I'll post the sizes for the rubber cap boots for the Kawi lower legs.. I'm assuming someone makes something other than the accordion boot.
I do need to look at the front calipers closely. At this point, I'm going to assume they are Kawi. Front master too, I suspect ..It did have Kawi handlebar switches, sliced into the Yamaha harness.
Thanks for your help.

[mack]

I'm not sure

how to respond to this other than to say your triple tree must have also come from Kawi. I would consult their Web site and check on they necessary upgrades for the front end you have.

[myac455]

You can find the size of the seals when you take them out, they will have the size numbers on them, (ex. 37 49 8.5). I also have the wrong forks on mine, off a 85 FJ1100.
If you could take a side view picture where the caliper bolts up, that may help identify. Also, what axle diameter do you have?

Okay, so the axle nuts are .943 in diameter.

The caliper bolts are 2.838 apart.

Forks are 1.490 o.d. Boot groove is 2.162 o.d

I don't see any markings on the calipers or master. I have no reason to believe they are anything other than KZ1000 Police stuff.
There are fork seals on Ebay, both standard and police.
I will take everything apart tomorrow and measure and look for part numbers.
I believe I need a police front wheel also. I will know when I pull the rotors off. Several of those on Ebay also.
Also , my funky rotor drill pattern is not unique either. I've seen pics of others. Can't imagine what that's all about. Anybody?

[TopCatGr58]

Hey Mark,

Can't help with the forks, but the rotors were solid in 78-79, then Yamaha made them slotted in 80+ years, to help shed water for better braking affect. Not sure if it also helps in cooling them back down quicker? It also makes them a little lighter as well, a little less unsprung weight. So..folks have come up with a variety of patterns for DIY drilling to get the same affect as the OEM slotted ones.

T.C.