Triple Tree removal
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Go slow. mark the handle bars with tape on the out sides, so it is easy to line back up.
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not hard
I am in the process of putting fork tubes on now. The job is not hard, but it is tedious. If you are somewhat mechanically inclined, you can tackle it. If you have any questions, PM me. You should order a service manual. DLP has them for 100 bucks. They are good to have if you plan on doing your own work. You will definitely need a motorcycle jack.
I am in the process of putting fork tubes on now. The job is not hard, but it is tedious. If you are somewhat mechanically inclined, you can tackle it. If you have any questions, PM me. You should order a service manual. DLP has them for 100 bucks. They are good to have if you plan on doing your own work. You will definitely need a motorcycle jack.
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Or you can request it for free from me:
http://www.m109riders.com/forums/showthread.php?t=123456
Removing the front end is not that big of a deal. I have had mine on and off a few times this winter. I have it down to about 20 miutes to remove it and 30 to put it back on.
Have faith in yourself as you go.
If you are nervious, take a picture at each step of the removal process so you can follow them backwards as a roadmap.
The manual will help you be sure it all goes back on in the correct order.
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SHOW OFF.....LOL:joke:
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Hmm, I see the :joke:, but had not intended to come off as such at all.
All I am saying is that if you know enough to ask the question, you know enough to do the job.
If you fit the above and have done it 4 or 5 times for one stupid reason or another, then getting it off and back on in an hour should not be a problem.
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Happy to be on call if you like while you do it.
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Question about the subject... What size wrench is needed for top and bottom nuts and how to keep the top chrome one from getting damage during removal? Also, are bearing replacement a must? What else must be replaced?
EDIT: O.K., I think I found the answer to one of my questions: http://www.m109riders.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125070&highlight=Remove+triple+tree
The search option sometimes work wonders:bigthumbsup:.
EDIT: O.K., I think I found the answer to one of my questions: http://www.m109riders.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125070&highlight=Remove+triple+tree
The search option sometimes work wonders:bigthumbsup:.
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me too Bro... just did my forks...
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Your biggest problem is going to be getting the forks themselves apart. If you plan to have them powder coated or anodized you will have to completely disassemble the fork tube seals and all.
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O.K., let me step in... This thread is close to 3 years old, so answering a question to the original poster does no good as I am almost certain he has it all figured out by now. The only reason why the thread was revived was because I had the following questions...
Question about the subject... What size wrench is needed for top and bottom nuts and how to keep the top chrome one from getting damage during removal? Also, are bearing replacement a must? What else must be replaced?
EDIT: O.K., I think I found the answer to one of my questions: http://www.m109riders.com/forums/sho...ve+triple+tree
The search option sometimes work wonders:bigthumbsup:.
So, I guess it's probably best to start a new thread instead of piggy backing of an old one by using the "search" option
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Question about the subject... What size wrench is needed for top and bottom nuts and how to keep the top chrome one from getting damage during removal? Also, are bearing replacement a must? What else must be replaced?
EDIT: O.K., I think I found the answer to one of my questions: http://www.m109riders.com/forums/sho...ve+triple+tree
The search option sometimes work wonders:bigthumbsup:.
So, I guess it's probably best to start a new thread instead of piggy backing of an old one by using the "search" option
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I believe the top nut is 30 MM. I took my time when taking the nut off and it did not cause any damage. Believe or not, the nut isn't on that tight (IMO). If you need to remove the tree from the steering stem, you will need to replace the bearing. It will need to be pressed on when replaced. I had mine pressed on at shop for about ten bucks. They charged me ten bucks. I hope I answered your question.
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Maybe that's none of your business.
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Sending the whole front end to get chromed.
jajajajaja... You two are something else, I tell ya
. Perhaps I made it everyone's business when I posed the question, jajaja:clap2:.
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Thanks... Where exactly is the bearing needing replacement located? On the lower triple tree assembly or on the steering stem (neck)?
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You still didn't answer my question. If all you're doing is removing the tree and putting it back I don't see why you need a new bearing. That's why I asked exactly what you were doing.Sending the whole front end to get chromed.
jajajajaja... You two are something else, I tell ya
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