Re: Hello New rider here need all the help in the world!!

Posted by sgtslag on Jul 24, 2011; 7:24pm
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Sorry, I did not make myself clear on the fork pumping.  My intent was to pump the forks after the fork caps had been removed, allowing the forks to be fully compressed.  Make sure to remove the springs, or they may fall out on compression.  Clean/dry them before re-installing them in the tubes.  Be sure to support the bike's front end by using a jack beneath the engine, preferably by using a piece of 2x4 wood, which will meet the frame, not the oil pan.

With the engine supported, I stand in front of the wheel, and grasp it by the hub.  Then I lift it up, compressing the forks, and let it down slowly; I repeat this process ~10 times, to fully circulate fluids.  Cheers!