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Title: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: flanman on August 09, 2016, 06:20:31 AM I know this has been discussed a lot before, I was searching through past posts yesterday and couldnt really come to a conclusive answer.
What is the easiest, and least expensive fork swap option for a S2R 800 (2007)? My fork seals need to be replaced and I was quoted $600+ by my dealer, would appreciate any input of anyone who has swapped out their forks. Is there a particular donor that requires minimal work to make everything fit? Would it be much more expensive than having the dealer just replace the fork seals? Thanks in advance! Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: DarkMonster620 on August 09, 2016, 06:37:48 AM basically any Monster from 2002 forwards, ST models[although, IIRC] these are a bit longer and SS models . . .
Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: stopintime on August 09, 2016, 06:41:51 AM All of them good candidates for later upgrades 8) .... and usually less than 600. Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: flanman on August 09, 2016, 07:20:36 AM Thanks guys! So any of the above will work with my stock tripples, brakes, etc without having to bore/shim/spacer?
Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: DarkMonster620 on August 09, 2016, 07:27:10 AM Thanks guys! So any of the above will work with my stock tripples, brakes, etc without having to bore/shim/spacer? just make sure you're getting 25mm axle forksWhere are you located? Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: stopintime on August 09, 2016, 08:03:39 AM Thanks guys! So any of the above will work with my stock tripples, brakes, etc without having to bore/shim/spacer? Yes [thumbsup] EDIT: if your current axle doesn't have compression adjustment holes through it - you might need to drill holes or buy one with holes. Or buy a fork including axle. Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: flanman on August 09, 2016, 08:05:11 AM just make sure you're getting 25mm axle forks Where are you located? Located in Massachusetts. Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: Howie on August 09, 2016, 09:00:34 AM You might want to contact this guy http://clubhousemotorsports.com/index.html (http://clubhousemotorsports.com/index.html) and have him freshen up a set of used forks for you properly set up with a linear spring for your weight and valved for your riding style.
Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: DarkMonster620 on August 09, 2016, 09:15:45 AM You might want to contact this guy http://clubhousemotorsports.com/index.html (http://clubhousemotorsports.com/index.html) and have him freshen up a set of used forks for you properly set up with a linear spring for your weight and valved for your riding style. YES to what howie said . . . Might be even better than getting "new" to you forks . . .Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: flanman on August 09, 2016, 09:23:19 AM Great will give Clubhouse a try (heard good things before [thumbsup] )
Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: SpikeC on August 09, 2016, 01:14:58 PM $600 is absurd for new seals. How much if you bring the legs in without the bike??
Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: flanman on August 09, 2016, 06:21:28 PM $600 is absurd for new seals. How much if you bring the legs in without the bike?? Yeah I thought that sounded pretty high, I was expecting half that... Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: DarkMonster620 on August 09, 2016, 06:27:32 PM Yeah I thought that sounded pretty high, I was expecting half that... if it is a dealer is about right ... parts go for around $350(overhaul kit + oil) and the rest labour . . .about 2 to 3 hours(can't remember) . . . if independent shop . . . TOO much . . .Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: flanman on August 12, 2016, 06:40:13 PM I am looking into some reworked forks for sale in the classifieds. Anyone know if a 2001 Monster 900S tripple will fit onto an S2R? From what ive read I am thinking no? Any feedback is appreciated!
Title: Re: Fork Swap on S2R 800 Post by: Speeddog on August 12, 2016, 08:01:48 PM 2001 Monster 900S triple will *not* fit onto an S2R.
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