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I bought the kit from sean and saw that there are 2 long springs, 4 smaller springs and the plastic pvc pipe. I watched sean's video 4 times on how to put everything back together but i have a question.... Which smaller springs do i use? Do cut 1.25 off of the pvc and throw away the metal tube...

ARE THESE STOCK SPRINGS OR PROGRESSIVE?

hi wanted to know if anyone has tried running 3 off the clutch diaphram springs in the 09 genII vmax? thinking off giving this a try sense no lockup clutch is available for the new vmax i'am running the barnnetT kavlar clutch plates and 2 springs now with a 70 shot off nitrous GARY...

Anyone in the Chicago area going to the Poker run at the Harley dealership at 2595 Ogden ave. Lisle, IL today 8 May 2010? I just found out about it and looking at going. I would be riding there from naperville. You can find more info at www.fvhog.com if your in my area, let me know and we'll...

Just had to let the group know about a spectacular ride today. From Phoenix up to Bartlett Lake. Fabulous back roads with curves, hills and straightaways. Cool air, bike running fine - and handling perfectly. New seat from Sean, frame braces - nary a shimmy. Rode pretty hard. I had no...

As I just noticed my failing it posting the Spring Ice Breaker information here I am putting this link to the thread with the pertinent information. http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?p=128848#post128848 Please post updates here.

All, It is that time of year and I am happy to announce that the Western Ontario Chapter of the VMOA is again hosting the Spring Ice Breaker. This is our 5th installment of this event. To keep things fresh we have moved the ride to Port Dover, Ontario on the North shore of Lake Erie this year...

Can anyone recommend a good choice for a valve spring compressor? I checked all of the local auto parts stores, and none of the choices look like they would fit the recessed spring design.

Sitting in my garage begging / waiting to be installed : 1.) Install my Progressive 440's 2.) Install my Ricor Intiminators 3.) Install my new 170 ME 880's (front and back) *done!* 4.) Install my Galfer Stainless steel brake lines 5.) Install my Galfer Stainless clutch lines 6.) Install my...

Ok, so I've read the FAQ's and the instructions and the service manual for doing my front fork springs and I'm still confused. Hopefully someone can set me straight. 2005 V-max. 1. To install the progressive lowering kit (progressive springs, and 1 inch lowering kit) do I have to take the...

I thought I would start this one off by saying thanks to Jim (and Jodi) for putting together a really good weekend. Although cooler temp's a good time was had by all (some more than others). Hope everyone made it home safe & sound including our friends from Michigan. On another note... I...

Just reminder here is more info Vitek

well about 7 more weeks until the roads start clearing up. Forget about Puxatony Phil, We have the Chena river ice bridge. And it looks like riding will start in the end of april :biglaugh:

Ready to install my new springs. I've read on this forum where people say that the proper oil level is 4.8 from the top. When I read the enclosed Progressive instructions they advise the maximum oil level is 5.5 inches. What gives. Both measurements were given with the fork fully collasped.

As I'm doing my head bearings I decided to check my forks and refresh fork oil - got some 15 weight Bel Ray. Here are the collars and springs that came out of my forks. PO said the bike had Progressive suspension front and back, so I thought I'd ask the experts here. They do look beefier than...

So, I'm changing the oil and notice there is no spring or washer. Does this mean the filter was being by-passed the entire time? Also, I can't get the by-pass valve assy out of the cover. Is it really necessary to replace that o-ring?

I found this thing in my rubber gas "funnel" the other day and I'm scratching my head. it is u shaped, about three inches tall and 1-2 inches wide, with a lip or hook in the center section. any thoughts or ideas? i'll try and snap a pic later. TIA..........................Neal

Just bought a set of used Progressive springs on E-bay. Cleaned 'em up nice & shiney & popped my old springs out. That's when I noticed the difference in size - the "new" progressives are the same diameter as the factory springs , but are only 15 inches long, whereas the factory springs are much...

Ok, a noob question for sure, but the last bike I had with a cartridge type oil filter was an 83 Maxim XJ750--I found a spring in the used oil I just drained, and vaguely remember the Maxim having a spring to push the filter cartridge away from the engine block so the filter would cover the...

:ummm: Can anyone give me a ballpark spacer length to start with when using the progressive lowering kit and emmulators? I tried what one person posted and the spacer stuck out of the tube about 3" and couldn't even push it down to get the fork cap started. Seems a bit much to me. Thanks...