R6S forks...

[madmanmaigret]

When I do the R6S forks, I have heard I need the axle and nut....is this what I need? Items 8 and 9?
Ronayers.com Fiche Desktop Motorcycle Yamaha 2008 YZF FRONT WHEEL

 

[CrazyBiker]

You will need

R6S forks
Axle and Nut
Fender kit. RyanK provided those. Ask him if he has more.
Wheel shims. I hope you don't need caliper shims with the new two piston calipers.
The shims can be directly ordered from mcmastercarr.

 

[urbanj]

yeah thats it. If you really wanna get picky you can get the r6 collars. they are lighter than the fz6. I know this because I got them with the axles. but really you wouldn't notice the difference.

 

[SovietRobot]

You need the caliper shims too.

here are the numbers to order from Mcmaster-carr.com
98126A797-axle shims(only sold in 5 pack)
93475A280-caliper spacers(only sold in 50 pack)
http://www.sportbikes.net/forums/fz6/382630-fz6-fork-mod-spacer-kit.html

 

[madmanmaigret]

ok so I got the forks, axle, shims, and nut. Should I need more than one spacer per side? It seems like I can get the axle through with some sticking out of both ends. I put two spacers in one side to see if it would take up all the slack, but the wheel will still go side to side.....any suggestions? maybe too long of an axle??????

 

[Hellgate]

ok so I got the forks, axle, shims, and nut. Should I need more than one spacer per side? It seems like I can get the axle through with some sticking out of both ends. I put two spacers in one side to see if it would take up all the slack, but the wheel will still go side to side.....any suggestions? maybe too long of an axle??????

That sounds odd Kyle. Fred and I had to make an additional spacer to go inside the fork leg on the bolt side. I hope this makes sense. In other words the axle I had was too short.

Can you post a photo or two?

 

[madmanmaigret]

That sounds odd Kyle. Fred and I had to make an additional spacer to go inside the fork leg on the bolt side. I hope this makes sense. In other words the axle I had was too short.

Can you post a photo or two?

so you had two spacers on the bolt side and one on the "axle side"? (the side where you need a big allen key)

I have mine set up similar but two spacers on the axle side and one on the bolt side.....and I still have play....?????


I will work on the pics

thanks, Top!

 

[Hellgate]

Check out the photos here, you'll see what I mean.

http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-mods/7411-r6-fork-mod-completed.html

 

[madmanmaigret]

Check out the photos here, you'll see what I mean.

http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-mods/7411-r6-fork-mod-completed.html

ok I think what I need to do is put the extra (thicker) spacer on the other side and see how it works..... I will be back with the report.

Thanks again, Top.

 

[Hellgate]

ok I think what I need to do is put the extra (thicker) spacer on the other side and see how it works..... I will be back with the report.

Thanks again, Top.

Doc, just make sure the spacers are the same from side to side. It's important that the wheel is centered in the fork. Otherwise you will not be able to mount the brake calipers.

 

[madmanmaigret]

Doc, just make sure the spacers are the same from side to side. It's important that the wheel is centered in the fork. Otherwise you will not be able to mount the brake calipers.

got ya.

It just seems like the "head" of the axle, is not fully seating (an 1/8th of an inch sticking out of the fork) and the bolt side is fully engaged (tight to the fork)....I may need to modify two of the shims to make them thinner so I have equal shimming on both sides.

I am glad I have plenty of time to do this!

 

[Hellgate]

got ya.

It just seems like the "head" of the axle, is not fully seating (an 1/8th of an inch sticking out of the fork) and the bolt side is fully engaged (tight to the fork)....I may need to modify two of the shims to make them thinner so I have equal shimming on both sides.

I am glad I have plenty of time to do this!

I'm glad you've got it figured out. It is well worth the effort. You'll love the ride...smmmooooooooooth. :thumbup:

 

[madmanmaigret]

I'm glad you've got it figured out. It is well worth the effort. You'll love the ride...smmmooooooooooth. :thumbup:

don't worry, soon enough I will be bugging you on suspension set up......

after I do my google search of course! :thumbup:

 

[madmanmaigret]

I'm glad you've got it figured out. It is well worth the effort. You'll love the ride...smmmooooooooooth. :thumbup:

Well guys I got it all squared away Sunday. I need to put two spacers per side to keep the wheel alignedand without any freeplay. I also needed two spacers for each caliper to keep the pads from rubbing. Just though I would share if any of you attempt this.

Stay tuned....more to come.:thumbup: