Fork update on my 99 750...my idea vs path of least resistance

[BlackKat]

OK,
This all started when I decided I wanted to update my braking system from the old single disc front to a twin set up...rather than just update to a 900 front wheel and caliper, I thought...since I want better breaking, maybe I should look to a 748 as a donor..

I think this is what I want to do...semi cost effective and fairly superior in performance.

I would like to essentially use the whole front end from a 748. My concerns are triple tree. Will I need to obtain the lower section from the 748 triple tree? Is the geometry/placement of the fork tubes, steer tube and bearings the same as my old monster?

My plan:
53x53 748 3 way adjustable fork legs
748 front wheel and brakes (calipers, rotors and master
748 top plate and if I have to the lower or complete triple.

As much as I'd love to drop the cash on a set of olhins, I have to be honest...this is a 99 monster...Its got low miles and lots of nice mods, but that suspension on my bike just reminds me of the kid with the 91 civic with the $7k in wheels 

Thoughts? Input? Suggestions? I'm a Duc newbie, so don't beat me up too much! 

[DarkStaR]

The path you mention seems to be of the MOST resistance.

Do you REALLY need the SBK parts?  Don't think the triples will work.

Least resistance:
1) get adjustable forks from a higher compatible model.
2) reuse your wheel.  [Can't you just take the cover off of the non-disk side, and bolt on a disc?]  
3) Add brake parts as needed.

[BlackKat]

I might be able to use the wheel...thats not really my issue...obviously the forks from the 99 monster are rubbish and if I am to update them, why not get superior calipers vs the 900 monster?

Just my train of thought.....


What other forks will give me adjustablity without going to a 53X53 set up without blowing the bank?

[DarkStaR]

If that's the case, then go with your plan, but minus the triples.

You'll just have to get the bores of your triples sorted.

Not too sure about the speedo drive.

[BlackKat]

hmmmm....anyone ever bore out the 50mm to 53mm? It doesn't look like it would be an issue...plenty of material there, but I'm no machinist.

[suzyj]

Yeah lots of people do - it's quite common for sbk fork conversions.

[BlackKat]

That certainly makes my shopping much easier for this!

[Ducatl]

The 748 doesn't use different calipers than a 900 would, they're all goldlines IIRC. Nice fork swaps aren't exactly cheap so I wouldn't plan on spending just a little.

If you're going to superbike forks and want bling brakes you might as well use SBK forks with radial mount lowers, 848/1098 etc..

There are also lots of forks from Japanese superbikes that measure 50/54 and fit in the stock triples.  You might do some searching on the GSXR forkswap before you buy.

The cheapest/easiest way is to go with adjustable units from a monster or an ST.