Hot_Snot
New Member
Hey Folks,
Am looking to upgrade my forks. Am on my second NC750x and the forks on this one are just not doing it for me. Had no great issues on my last (2015) NC, apart from the occasional handling uncertainty that the showa bual bending forks bring in twisties - certainly didn't install awe-inspiring confidence! On my current (2019 year, 2018 model) I have always thought the front sat a little low and felt a bit soft, but am sure it is getting worse... When hitting a speed bump or a (not-so level!) level crossing, if there is any kind of haste involved, the forks can bottom out. Not good. (happened once, haven't let it happen again!)
There's only 8000km on the clock, I bought the bike with 4000km on the clock. Touching 90kg, I am slightly heavier than the design-specified rider. So it makes sense to me to upgrade the springs. For all I know, there could even have been softer springs previously installed. My strategy is to start with the springs and replace/upgrade the oil. If there are still issues, then will take the next step.
From my research online, I see the stock spring is about 8.2kN/mm. So was thinking of upgrading to about a 9kN/mm.
I suppose seals should also be replaced, while I'm at it (currently perfect, no leaks, no pitting, etc.)
Has anyone done this / faced similar issues / got any tips??
Also, I am not looking to go racing - this is my commuter bike (and what a fantastic commuter!) - and am also not looking to hand over my wallet! So would be delighted to get any recommendations for reasonably priced replacements . Am located in Dublin, Ireland, but will be in California at the end of the month (have a delivery address) - so European and Northern American recommendations gratefully appreciated.
Cheers!
Am looking to upgrade my forks. Am on my second NC750x and the forks on this one are just not doing it for me. Had no great issues on my last (2015) NC, apart from the occasional handling uncertainty that the showa bual bending forks bring in twisties - certainly didn't install awe-inspiring confidence! On my current (2019 year, 2018 model) I have always thought the front sat a little low and felt a bit soft, but am sure it is getting worse... When hitting a speed bump or a (not-so level!) level crossing, if there is any kind of haste involved, the forks can bottom out. Not good. (happened once, haven't let it happen again!)
There's only 8000km on the clock, I bought the bike with 4000km on the clock. Touching 90kg, I am slightly heavier than the design-specified rider. So it makes sense to me to upgrade the springs. For all I know, there could even have been softer springs previously installed. My strategy is to start with the springs and replace/upgrade the oil. If there are still issues, then will take the next step.
From my research online, I see the stock spring is about 8.2kN/mm. So was thinking of upgrading to about a 9kN/mm.
I suppose seals should also be replaced, while I'm at it (currently perfect, no leaks, no pitting, etc.)
Has anyone done this / faced similar issues / got any tips??
Also, I am not looking to go racing - this is my commuter bike (and what a fantastic commuter!) - and am also not looking to hand over my wallet! So would be delighted to get any recommendations for reasonably priced replacements . Am located in Dublin, Ireland, but will be in California at the end of the month (have a delivery address) - so European and Northern American recommendations gratefully appreciated.
Cheers!