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Went to change the oil on my 93 vmax and the compression spring and washer wasn't on there. Are these nessesary on the oil filter? And was thinking of doing the oil filter conversion kit. Has anyone done this? Thanks.

How difficult is it to install the progressive springs that so many of you have changed to? Are there any "special" tools needed or do you simply remove the cover and replace the spring?

Just a reminder for the Illinois Vmax Rally May 15, 16 and 17 HQ Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, Illinois Friday Dinner Ride 6pm Saturday Ride 9am Sunday Breakfast Ride TBA Contact Info 217-972-8823 Thanks Rick Rash

So I bought the Progressive lowering spring kit (10-1556) for my '89. I also watched Sean's video about fork reassembly where he noted the Progressive springs were 1/4" taller. I measured mine and they were 5/8"-3/4" shorter than the stock springs. I realize Sean was working on the later 43mm...

Happy first day of spring! Woke up this am to the sun coming up which was reflecting off the fresh 3" of snow that fell last night. I knew the weather has been too good for March! Meanwhile in Alaska they are enjoying +50 degree weather, oh well, the dirt will show again soon and so will the...

Some folks are able to use a screwdriver to lever it into place, other use coins between the spring coils, to lengthen it prior to installation. I didn't have any luck with either method....perhaps because it was my first attempt at reinstalling a stand, more likely because I'm all thumbs. I...

Hi, I just bought progressive springs and the only part i don't know what to do with is the white PVC tube that comes along, so what am i supposed to do with it? Thanks!

Mine are really rusty - what is a good source for these? Thanks - Jeff

Thought I would share this video, since I laughed my ass off watching it. :rofl_200: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WtdTQP0FLo

Hi I have a fork seal leak after I installed progressive springs and was wondering if I did something wrong or if just a coincidence? I pulled forks out completely so I could measure the fork oil but did not change the synthetic power steering fluid I was using for fork oil. I measured down from...

Ok, Sorry for the delay all in getting this posted up, life caught up with me LOL! So without further ado here are the details: When: May 30 - June 1st Where: Simcoe, On The plan right now is to set up a block of rooms at the Comfort Inn in Simcoe. The rooms are $121.99 + tax per...

Even bulls get turned on by horsepower :rofl_200: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI2zn16N0Io

Here are a few pics from the show this weekend. Toxic took 2nd in the Pro Street Drag bike class. Unfortunately it was to a Busa that was in no way shape or form a drag bike. Hell the guy even said it had never been to the strip. Oh well, maybe next year.

Checked on cabin situation and there are only 7 cabins left. we are staying at the riverfront in Bandra like we have done many times in the past. Seems to be a lot more fun as we are all together. long ride saturday, 200-300 miles, pizza and slow races saturday night. Sunday, Jim and Shaila...

Dates: May 16, 17 and 18. Weekend Before Memorial Day Weekend Americas Best Value Inn - Rally Headquarters 333 North Wycles Rd. Decatur, Illinois 62522 Phone: 217-422-5900, Fax 217-422-5900 AmericasBestValueInn.com Rate: Single $57.95 Double Rate $65.00 Secondary Hotel: Decatur Conference...

I have the 1.0 Race Tech front springs and they are just too stiff for my weight. According to the Race Tech website, I should have the .90 rated springs. Part of the problem is I have lost 37 pounds (187 to 150) but I think the 1.0 was probably too heavy even for my previous weight. So...

So 3 years ago I had an entrapped ulnar nerv... It destroyed my left hand. The clutch on my bike isa little too tight. I will not be racing like Todd... I remember something being said about removing Springs. What all is evolved and which Springs. Thanks y'all

Well, had a great weekend. Plenty of sun and wind. Ran my best times on the Suzuki. Didn't bother taking the Vmax. Best times: 1.24 60' time 8.77 1/4 mile time 150mph Had probably a high 8.60's run but back out to prevent break out and still broke out. Ran an 8.78 @ 140 mph letting out...

Is anyone from this forum planning to go to Rick Rash's rally in Decatur, IL this year May 17th - May 19th? :confused2:

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