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03-21-2009, 12:22 PM | #1 |
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Ride quality after fork oil change
I just rode my 1500 Nomad after changing the fork oil. It made a huge difference. I guess I was use to it and didn't notice a decrease in the ride quality. After changing the oil, it is stiffer, takes curves better and it smoothed out the pot holes. I guess my old oil was worn out. I'm glad I went ahead and did it. If anyone with a 1500 hasn't changed it, it's easy to do and worth the time. (I only spent about $12 for everything).
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03-21-2009, 03:18 PM | #2 |
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Zoom how many miles before the fork oil change? And is it a job that you don't have to be a mechanic for??
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03-21-2009, 03:42 PM | #3 |
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Book says 2 years or 15,000 miles. The only tools you need are a small flat blade screwdriver, 5mm allen wrench (to take off the windshield), a broom handle (I used a steel tire tool), a large syringe (mine was a 60cc), a wire coat hanger, a 3' or 4' piece of wal-mart fish aquarium tubing (clear vinyl air tubing) and two measuring cups show mili-liter ( at least 365ml) and some rags. I used about 4 small plastic wire ties to hold the tube to the coat hanger. I would say on a 1-10 it's about a 2 for mechanical skill needed. Could get a littly messy taking the tube in and out till you get all the oil sucked out. You do need the tire lifted off the ground. I guess that takes pressure off the spring so it's easier to get out.
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03-23-2009, 07:08 AM | #4 |
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Ride quality after fork oil change
On the 1600s it is a little different than on the 1500s. It is best if you remove the fork tubes from the bike. Over-all it is a real easy job. It takes longer to take the forks off than it does to change the oil. I did go back with 15wt oil, and it does make a BIG difference in the ride.
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03-23-2009, 01:53 PM | #5 |
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Ride quality after fork oil change
Zoom,
Glad to hear it worked out so well. You inspired me and I changed both forks with new 15 wt oil on Saturday. SOOOOO much better in the corners and over bumps. Down time was 1 hour start to riding again, and $12. Tip for others, if you have a small electric pump, then you can bypass the syringe. (Had it for my boat oil changes - now it serves double duty) Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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