oconnor
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Post by oconnor on Dec 30, 2004 14:02:23 GMT -5
I have a 79 sr500, (only sold in the states until 81) and parts are rather rare out here. It has the twin disc setup on it, but I am looking for something a little stronger with better handling. I plan on building a cafe racer and taking it to do some track days. ANy ideas on upgrading the yokes to admit larger forks with more modern brakes. (something from the mid 90's say) A straight swap of a front end is ideal but if I have to piece together something, that would be fine as well.
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Post by motomick on Jan 2, 2005 7:39:17 GMT -5
G'day Oconnor,why not give the heavy mags the flick,replace with lighter spoked wheels,that way forks will have an easier time?,(without the need for replacement?  ),have you tried braided brake hose?,makes a fair bit of difference to spongy std setup too,hth?  |
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oconnor
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Post by oconnor on Jan 2, 2005 12:52:09 GMT -5
I have wire wheels and dual discs I belive from a 650. Still wasn't too happy. Plus its a toy bike. Why not be a little over zealous?
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Post by motomick on Jan 3, 2005 8:43:28 GMT -5
oops ;D preaching to the converted |
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Post by StewRoss on Apr 12, 2005 4:16:09 GMT -5
Hi,
I'm fitting a set of 43mm Yam R6 forks to one of mine...bit of work, but it will hopefully be worth it in the end.
I have had to get triple clamps made, but R6 ones may work on another bike with a new spindle to suit the SR...less offset as well....
Adjustable spring tension, rebound and compression damping...nice to have. I haven't received the new clamps yet. Will probably take some tuning and new springs etc....I'm looking forward to it.
Mine is getting a lot of other work as well so it'll be a while before it turns a wheel.
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),have you tried braided brake hose?,makes a fair bit of difference to spongy std setup too,hth? 
