Post by: Enfield on August 12, 2017, 01:34:54 AM
I am about to finish my k100 project…but the YSS Shock Absorber I got seems a bit short ( 350 mm / 13.7 inch) and it is not adjustable as I thought.. Anyone know how much I can add to the height without compromising drivetrain? I am 6.6 and the K is way to low as it is know. If anyone has one to recommend it would also be great.
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Christian
Post by: Enfield on August 12, 2017, 01:37:24 AM
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Post by: Enfield on August 12, 2017, 02:28:25 AM
Post by: Laitch on August 12, 2017, 04:29:19 AM
Did some more reading - seems to me that I should find one for a K1100!You should also enquire about the optional ride height adjuster that allows a further 10mm adjustment to the height.
Post by: Filmcamera on August 12, 2017, 09:11:15 AM
Post by: Martin on August 12, 2017, 03:54:30 PM
Regards Martin.
Post by: Enfield on August 12, 2017, 04:47:38 PM
Changing the shock will not alter the relationship between you and the pegs. The only way to do that is to lower the pegs or raise the seat. A longer shock will alter the handling. It will also give you more cornering clearance. What are you trying to achieve with the addition of a longer shock?I need to lift the rear a bit more - the wheel is very close to the " fender"? ( is it Called that? ) I plan to use it on other than paved roads - and fear that the wheel will get in contact with the fender. Pic explains better I guess ;-)
Regards Martin.
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Post by: Martin on August 12, 2017, 04:50:51 PM
Regards Martin.
Post by: Laitch on August 12, 2017, 08:32:48 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170812/eccd99bcfa97e7774d802bdf658b2ac9.jpg)Is that the clearance measurement from the tire to the fender when you are sitting on the bike, Enfield?
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Post by: Enfield on August 13, 2017, 01:08:51 AM
Is that the clearance measurement from the tire to the fender when you are sitting on the bike, Enfield?If only it was.... that is unloaded.....
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Post by: Laitch on August 13, 2017, 04:42:50 AM
If only it was.... that is unloaded.....It seems to me that the bike with its present layout is destined to be a paved road showpiece until the frame arc above the wheel assembly is somehow restored.
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Post by: Enfield on August 14, 2017, 01:15:05 PM
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Post by: Laitch on August 14, 2017, 02:20:23 PM
the one on the last pic looks great but will never be Street legal around here...Why wouldn't it be street legal? Will yours be street legal?
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Post by: Enfield on August 14, 2017, 02:35:56 PM
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Post by: Enfield on August 19, 2017, 12:09:44 PM
Thanks guys - the k1100 shock did the trick. Maybe I need to change the plastic fender - that is easy :-)
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Post by: Laitch on August 19, 2017, 12:41:54 PM
the k1100 shock did the trick. Maybe I need to change the plastic fender - that is easyWhat is the wheel clearance measurement now when you are seated on the bike, Enfield?
Post by: Enfield on August 19, 2017, 01:00:08 PM
What is the wheel clearance measurement now when you are seated on the bike, Enfield?I have the shock in the second " hardest" notch - gives me about 12 cm to the frame..
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Post by: Filmcamera on August 19, 2017, 05:30:48 PM
Post by: Enfield on August 20, 2017, 12:35:55 AM
It looks much better but to my eye still somehow low in the rear compared to most K bikes. Did you do any frame mods etc?Nothing else but cutting off the rear and welding on a New rear arch. Did not change angle or anything. Guess I just have to keep suspension rock Hard when going off Road
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Post by: LaBruttaBestia on September 05, 2017, 05:18:33 PM
Nothing else but cutting off the rear and welding on a New rear arch. Did not change angle or anything. Guess I just have to keep suspension rock Hard when going off RoadCiao Enfield, to get that certified did you happen to run across any document from BMW that states that the rear frame isn't necessary for the stability of the motorcycle?
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Post by: Enfield on September 05, 2017, 11:51:44 PM
Do you need it to get yours on plates?
I have been thinking about just cutting the rear off without welding another piece on on my next project and then make some "bushes" in a lathe that allows for the original rear to be mounted for inspection? Have everything powder coated - would be hard to see if it was done with great care.
Would be great if someone with more knowledge about had anything to say about stability in the frame if one did that? Looks kind of ok without any rear and allows for more rear wheel travel? Like the attached pic earlier in this thread.
Regards
Chr
Post by: Laitch on September 06, 2017, 10:36:50 AM
around here it can pass inspection …. just be sure who you chose to do the inspection…That's probably a global condition although in some areas it might take lubrication with additional cash to smooth out the process.
Reminds me of a rural mechanic up here who did inspections for the state. He was an anti-government, self-directed kind of guy way off the beaten path and many of us with dilapidated rides and not much money could get our equipment passed by him. A few years of visiting him ended when I showed up and read a note written on the back of a greasy receipt taped to his shop office door. The lights were out. The place was empty. The note read:
NO DAMMED STICKERS
Another unintended consequence of generosity.
Post by: bocutter Ed on September 06, 2017, 11:13:37 AM
Reminds me of a rural mechanic up here who did inspections for the state.We had one who would come to your door until some idjot posted his info on a local forum.
Shows up in Feb on an older Harley. "Is it for sale or to ride"
a) "For sale" Gets out the fine toothed comb ...
b) "For me to ride" Fills out form ...
Post by: LaBruttaBestia on September 06, 2017, 04:46:38 PM
No sorry - around here it can pass inspection …. just be sure who you chose to do the inspection…Yeah, I haven't cut yet as the certification has to be done to specs. So depending what I find I'll modify the frame accordingly. Nice job on the build BTW.
Do you need it to get yours on plates?
I have been thinking about just cutting the rear off without welding another piece on on my next project and then make some "bushes" in a lathe that allows for the original rear to be mounted for inspection? Have everything powder coated - would be hard to see if it was done with great care.
Would be great if someone with more knowledge about had anything to say about stability in the frame if one did that? Looks kind of ok without any rear and allows for more rear wheel travel? Like the attached pic earlier in this thread.
Regards
Chr
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Post by: Garz on November 02, 2023, 08:41:43 AM
Post by: Enfield on November 03, 2023, 03:42:04 AM
Post by: Garz on November 03, 2023, 08:28:40 AM
I'm about to place an order on the YSS ecoline shock.
Post by: Enfield on November 03, 2023, 09:10:38 AM