| Author | Message | ||
     Red450 |
The right side rebound adjuster screw was a bit chewed up when I got my bike and when I set up the suspension to my weight, it was difficult to turn. I sprayed it with some PB Blaster and it helped a little. I adjusted the suspension on Sunday so my wife could take her first ride on the Uly and the adjuster screw was still very difficult to turn and I chewed up the driver slot a bit more. Are these replaceable? I plan on putting in 07 springs and doing a seal/fluid change soon. | ||
| Tootal |
It sounds like the previous owner had the forks apart and did not set the adjustment screw properly as per the book. To do this job takes some special tools but I wouldn't adjust it anymore as the screw is brass and may break. You are going to need to take the fork apart to fix it. Check the other side, does it have three full turns of adjustment? If not, it needs to be redone also. I would recommend getting the book if you're mechanically inclined or take it to the dealer and hope they have a book and somebody that knows how to read it! | ||
| Mark_weiss |
You can make the special tools on your own. It is not difficult and there are several threads with photos available. Look for info on fork rebuilding. As for the issue with your damper screws, yes, there is probably something seriously wrong. The screws should both turn with little difficulty. Certainly much less force than would be needed to damage the slot. Disassembly is pretty straightforward, but at least the "compress the spring" step is best done with a helper. Read about fork oil changes. All that you will need to do is the first few steps to remove the fork cap from the damper rod. If you have a way to support the bike upright, you don't have to remove the fork from the bike. | ||
| Tootal |
I did a search and found my old triple tree swap thread. It has several pictures on changing the springs etc. I do use Harley type E fork oil but have since changed to Amsoil 5wt fork oil. I found it made a big improvement over the Harley stuff. http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/142 838/442538.html?1236474150 | ||
| Ratbuell |
And yes, to answer the original question...the fork cap is a replaceable / serviceable part. | ||
| Red450 |
Thanks guys. I've redone forks on a couple of older bikes but nothing this hi-tech. I have them service manual, so I just need the parts and oil (and time). Just to verify my parts list: - dust seals - guide bushings - o ring kit - copper crush washer - 07 fork springs - fork oil | ||
| Mark_weiss |
While you can do a full disassembly if you choose. All that you need to replace the springs is tools, time, and fork oil. No need to completely strip the forks. | ||
| Red450 |
Thanks Mark_weiss. After some thought and inspecting my forks, I'm only going to replace the 06 springs for 07 and address the rebound screws. |
