Question on the clutch rattle, does it actually affect anything or is it just the worn springs rattling in their retaining slots? If it has no effect other than noise/comfort I’m inclined to leave it alone.
Bumping this thread for some advice on my 2012.
The stock bars are impossible for me to ride standing up and I’m only 5’9. They’re basically in my lap and I have no control.
I’m gathering that the adv high bars require clutch and brake extensions?
Here’s another time saver:
take a sharp exacto and cut half an inch off the bottom of this useless guide covering the nut. Then you can slip a slim wrench or pliers in to loosen the top cap off without another once a decade tool purchase (spring compressor). A couple of heavy duty zip ties...
I guess thus is the problem with trying to collect instructions from multiple sources and only having so much time to dedicate to doing it yourself. I am paying Racetech for the R&D because the money certainly isn't going towards a generic machined aluminum piston and a handful of washers/shims...
you really need to sit on them both, the ergos Are completely different. S10 is setup as a street bike, I’m 5’9 and the bars are way too low for standup riding. The tank is fat and the seat is not great getting close to the tank.AT feels natural to stand, tank much narrower, it doesn’t feel as...
I unfortunately had to break the compression cartridge open again because I screwed it up. I'm posting this hoping to save someone a lot of headache.
The racetech "instructions" that ship in the gold valve kit are NOT complete instructions. I say again, do NOT attempt to do the revalve with...
I did mine today, what a pain in the arse, the bottom race pressed into the triple is a hard fit. I could not get the old one off with hammer and drift and had to grind it with a dremel until it was thin enough to give it a solid wack and it cracked and slipped off. There is not a lot of...
Thank you, enormously helpful. I also ground a “tool” out of aluminum tubing, reminding me how much I hate working on suspension. I had to heat the end until it was smoking hot as well.
I have the fork apart to the damper rod sitting on the bench but I was not able to find a good set of instructions on how to continue disassembly to remove the cartridges. AFAIK I need the damper rod tool to disassemble the rod but which end is the compression valve? Also confused at how the...
That makes sense, I’m in Edmonton. I’m assuming they come with enough shims in the kit to work with the set they recommend and I wouldn’t have to order more.
I’m a bit confused as I’m in Canada and it’s better for me to order thru eBay or Amazon rather than directly from RT. The valve kit they list is FMGV s2040 but it lists fitting many brands. Do they typically come with a bunch of shims and you measure/fit yourself?
Hi all, looking for some advice as money is tight. I’m not happy with sharp hits on the forks and I understand it’s primarily a compression issue. My plan was to refresh the oil, seals and bushings, install new springs and do the RT compression valves only. Any thoughts on this? At the same time...
Hello all, bought myself a S10 last year and about to embark on its first trip to the Idaho BRDR in a few weeks. Here for maintenance tips and knowledge. Cheers!
John