Servicing forks

[Davez29]

Ok, I want to service my forks because i think there too soft not because of leaks, never done it before, was mainly wondering what i need to do to match it to my porky 12st weight. I have a Nc29 "R" model with cartridges which i believe differs from earlier models.

[scratchin]

give greame france a call he will tell you exactly what you need to know and supply you with what you need

[PARUS]

Sorry guys, but looks like you have one answer to all questions

give greame france a call he will tell you exactly what you need to know and supply you with what you need

.

All you can do - change spring and oil. I have NC29 L model and simply changing to Wildergs progressive spring and new oil (10W) made my forks quite better. There is nothing compare of course with USD, but it's quite better. My weight is 90kg. Here is table of mixing different forks oil if you decided to play with oil mixing.

[GF Racing]

All you can do - hardly - completely strip and clean the std. forks - fit new seals / bushes and a set of Racetech linear upgraded springs with fresh oil - and off you go.

We have set many a lap record with this set up - certainly no need for USD.

If you want to go further - fit the Gold Compression emulator valves on the early forks or a revised shim kit on the later type - simply stunning controlled front end.

Anything from £120 for a DIY kit with the all important set up data we know works from many years on track - to £220 for me to do it for you.

We have data to suit my portly shape down to the 55kg lightweight racer !!

[stimpy]

taaaadaaaaaa!

[Davez29]

Ok and thanks everyone for your input, which i will take note. I will be doing it myself, due to cost but mr France may get some business later this week, if he can work out what i need as to be honest im very vague in this area.

Thanks.

[yeurman]

no way, go the "upside down" route with an NC35 front end... better suspension even if left standard, more options with springs and settings, better brakes (a lot, lot better) and it looks cool..!! Col

[PARUS]

no way, go the "upside down" route with an NC35 front end... better suspension even if left standard, more options with springs and settings, better brakes (a lot, lot better) and it looks cool..!! Col

If I go with USD forks, I think better option is CBR600RR forks with yokes. This is more quiz of course, but if you decided to change with USD I think this better option.

[paulbeta]

Hi Guys been away for a while but dragged the old 23 out of my shed for some tlc so rejoined again to see whats happening

Re: the above posts

I'd stick to what GF says he knows his stuff and by the time you've found a decent set of NC35 or CBR600RR forks etc and had them
sorted surely the cost will be much more than sorting your forks? Oh they might look newer maybe....

Also you probably need to think about a rear shock upgrade, the front will be solid and the back like a turd, not a good combination

Good luck
The choice is yours

Paul

[Mikiboy]

I have been riding a GF set up bike and have to say the suspension is excellent front and rear, BUT if you want a bike that is purely for the road, I do find the front too harsh. For me the answer would be just service and put in heavier oil than standard. Maybe they wont be so bad if the roads you ride are in good condition but round here they are full of pot holes and you do get it in the arms
On track the GF forks would be inspiring. I think if I find a smooth roundabout I may be able to knee down for the 1st time ever on the road. It's not my bike so have to be careful as the owner said I was a bit too spirited when I road it to get an MOT and she followed me.