View Full Version : Front forks - to GSXR or not to GSXR?
Please dont shoot me ive tried the search engine & everything seems very fragmented so here i am !!
The bike= K9 sv650sport
The rider= 16 stone with gear
ussage= daily commute about 14 mile round trip m-way & dual carridge way done in all weathers (not snow)!!
good weather love fast b-roads (dont we all)!!
& as many trackdays as i can (normally brands indy)
The Question= would £500 be best spent on a gsxr front end conversion or could u guy suggest a better return for the cash???
issues im having= feels like pogo stick on fast bumps & dives badly on brakes & feels like it gets sooo far over then feels like sudden increase in lean angle!!!
Im thinking k8 gsxr 600 forks (the black ones) !!!
any advise or links please many thanks :cool:
CheGuevara
22-06-10, 03:36 PM
I weight a little bit more than you and did this (late model black GSXR forks on a K5). I loved it -looked fantastic, and the bike felt great. I would definitely do it again.
Dave20046
22-06-10, 04:34 PM
If it's a commuter (and only a commuter!) that you plan on selling in the future I'm not sure I would - I'd at least try stiffer springs first.
The gsxr front end will add little value when you sell it although selling your standard bits will recoup some of the outlay.
It's a daily comuter/mode of transport + weekend toy so it has a hard life !!!
Dave20046
22-06-10, 04:50 PM
Would probably go for it then. up to you really! (and sorry, missed you took it on the track)
yorkie_chris
22-06-10, 08:48 PM
Go for it.
But pick some forks which have the correct spring rate for you rather than ones you like the colour of.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
22-06-10, 08:52 PM
Go for it! I fitted GSXR 750 K7 forks to my Thou' and the bike is a million times better handling and looks the dogs danglies.
It is personal choice though. Many have said that well set up SV forks are very good, but, so far I have found badly set up GSXR forks are even better! As soon as I get them sorted the bike will be amazing!
Good luck dude, happy to answer any questions you may have
Go for it.
But pick some forks which have the correct spring rate for you rather than ones you like the colour of.
But wheres the tart factor in that :wink:
Go for it! I fitted GSXR 750 K7 forks to my Thou' and the bike is a million times better handling and looks the dogs danglies.
Speaking of tarts...
Nobbylad
23-06-10, 12:22 PM
Go for it, you'll recover most of your cash if you sell the stock parts.
Someone on motoforum is selling what appears to be a complete K7 600 front end.
Go for it.
But pick some forks which have the correct spring rate for you rather than ones you like the colour of.
Ok so which forks would b best for a phat boy or where can I find the spring rates ? I'm guessing 1000 forks r stiffer ? Or would I still need to re-spring ?
Help pls ?:confused:
yorkie_chris
23-06-10, 01:30 PM
Racetech site can show you what spring rates come in what forks.
I would guess you want .95 springs or thereabouts.
Stay away from the 1000 forks, a lot of those have kayaba valves which can feel very harsh.
CheGuevara
23-06-10, 01:47 PM
K6/K7 600/750 forks are best for length. Spring rate was fine for me (K7 750 forks), but I'm slightly heavier. If anything I'd be tempted to stick with the K6/K7 forks for the added length and change the spring if necessary. I don't think you'll be far off though.
Racetech site can show you what spring rates come in what forks.
I would guess you want .95 springs or thereabouts.
Stay away from the 1000 forks, a lot of those have kayaba valves which can feel very harsh.
sweet :smt120 :D :D just been & checked & the black k7 gsxr750 that ive been looking @ are 1.00 spring :smt045:D
cheers guys !!!!
watch out for more questions soon!
many thanks again!!!!
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