LaGrasta
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For 40mm Marzocchi forks, with Andreani cartridges, X is 350mm (110mm airgap). Stock cartridges is 400mm.
@docc For 100mm air gap, you mentioned 330mm, for Traxxion cartridges, correct?
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I change my mind, I agree with @GuzziMoto
Always stick with the K.I.S.S. principle.
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my guess, bad ground.
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I do absolutely love the tank scheme though, elegant and classic.
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I do agree with removing launch control, both in Street and Dirt. These things are unsafe and causing many accidents when it doesn't disengage. With no suspension, they approach the turn and have no control. It happens so often in both MotoGP and SX/MX that many are opposed to them now.
I believe it was on https://www.youtube.com/@gypsytalespodcast9369 the many changes that can be made for better spectator experience, without anyone noticing it is slower, or less jump heights, etc. The changes would result in closer racing, more lead changes, etc. and far more safer for moto-pilots.
(pilots– this is my preferred term for riders.) I'm hoping it will catch on.
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I read some of these details in this week's CycleNews, I'm not sure how I feel about some of these proposed changes. I feel the traction and wheelie control should stay. Or anything that helps bring better products to market.
MotoGP, now American owned, but no US pilots, hmmm…
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Update: I spoke with Andreani and discussed my seal, bushes, and cartridge r&r. So this morning, I bought a single fork leg to replace mine. I found a guy just north of my home that had the exact side and size I needed. He works at Scotties's and is a Guzzisti as well. I'm told everything is perfect and could be put in the bike and used as-is. I'll have to pull his internals and replace with mine though, to do so is merely removing the top cap and lower allen and swapping in the Andreani cartridge. I'll top off with new fluid and I should be good to go.
I'll of course still need to sort my new clip-ons, and the cable/line length limitations. I'm hoping to just reroute them, rather than replace with longer.
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Dress for crashing, not comfort.
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All of my street-riding jackets have these, and my dirt-riding clothes are damn near bubble wrap at this point. Without them, I'd feel naked, and not nearly as muscular.
After watching this video (huge fan of F9) I disagree. If I bang my elbow into the wall with or without, I already know what one will hurt far more.
It would be nice to have less weight in the jacket though, cooler as well.
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Good morning everyone, and Happy Easter.
Yesterday's fork upgrade did not go well. After far too many hours of strain and frustration, I poured some rum and watched Supercross to relax! Without naming all the particular things that went wrong, I'll sum up by saying I think I need a right-side (when seated) fork leg. I replaced the seal, left if on it's side for 3-4 hours, no leaks. No sooner than it's mounted on the bike, it's leaking. It could be I nicked the seal however Andreani stated this particular fork leg had wear signs, on opposites sides. After it was measured, it proved to be well within specs. I'm not sure what to guess. He said the leg had very little fluid when he received it, however I never notice any leaks prior to sending to them.
Compounding the problem, I used this time to finally mount my adjustable clip-ons, as they mount on the forks, between each triple tree. I put them on backward, so it was difficult to tighten the allen bolts. Then, I discover I'll have to purchase longer cables and lines, or be forced to reroute them. However to do this, it seems the headlight may have to come off. Before I know it, then entire front end will be on the workbench.
My first item to deal with is the leg and seal. Shall I take it somewhere to help access the wear marks, and install the seal? GuzziTech is near, however pricey. I'm more than able to mount the seal, even determine if the leg is bent, and I'm all for saving money.
Your thoughts?
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I understand @docc, and agree. After sleeping on it, I thought I might try the air gap method, afterall. The difficulty is however, it must be filled with only the cartridge installed, no spacer, no spring. Thus, I mist disassemble more of the previously Andreani installed internals. Wihtout special tools, this can be a pain, much easer to just pour in the correct amount. of fork fluid. But that's the rub, lol, can't figure out what that amount might be, 400, 370, etc.
Heading out to the garage now, I'll report back.
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…found it, 400cc, each fork leg.
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Received my forks from Andreani, only to find one of my supplied fork seals leaked all the way home. The box was saturated. I pulled it apart, installed a new seal, and now need only to fill it with fluid. The only number I have from them is 110mm air space. Does anyone know the OEM fork oil level?
Thanks
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Silly I know, but I wanted to say thanks to all of you. It's nice to have similar passionate people to discuss details that only we'd understand. Roll on!
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I'm in marketing, not sure why this surprises me, lol. With this said, I'd opt for the KTM, rather than the Gas Gas or Husky.
To further complicate things, consider SWM. These are Italian designed, rebranded Husky.
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Having riding about 20k on a set of Wilbers (2010 MG V7 Café Classic), I'll also recommend keeping and correcting them. They are incredibly adjustable, reliable, and no maintenance.
With that said, you mentioned selling within the month. Then I'd venture to say, leave it alone. The next guy can set it up for his body weight, preference. It doesn't make sense to spend money, only to turn around and sell it. You'll lose every extra dollar you put into it.
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One item I'll offer, having gone through this last year, insertion. After purchasing the parts and installing with no luck, I disassembled and reassembled numerous times. Eventually it worked, having fully seated. It seems straightforward however I must have not inserted it cleanly more times than not.
Since fitting securely, I've had no more trouble. fiddely things, they are.
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With the dirt bikes, I understood Husky/KTM frames were different, one being aluminum, the other steel. Also rear shock linkage is completely different.
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Thanks @GuzziMoto I follow MX and SX, never miss a race, so I am familiar with the brand partnerships. Justin Barcia's GasGas is actually a GG, and not a KTM, regardless of how many shared parts.
With Pedro's MotoGP bike, I was made to understand it is not GasGas at all, 100% KTM.
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Yes, too soft. In fact, it almost looks like it's been cut. Doesn't it seem rather short? I don't have my bike on hand to compare.
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One other thing, can someone explain to me, the KTM vs GasGas livery? So Pedro is on a KTM, but with GasGas paint? why?
That's as bad as putting a Chevy in a Ford.
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Is that stock, but maybe with an aftermarket spring?
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I stayed off the forum the last few days as I didn't watch the GP until last night, and didn't want a spoiler. Wow, fantastic race, and that track! I really like the drastic elevation changes and long straight for 200mph+ speeds.
As you know #33BB is my guy and of all the riders this past weekend, he was the biggest winner! Not the fastest, but in the hunt, then the crashes, inherits fourth place, and suddenly second in the championship. Whew!
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On 3/15/2024 at 5:40 PM, Lucky Phil said:
I've heard many opinions on advertising over the years but "concise" has never been one of them.
Phil
Being concise and consistent is the first rule of branding. No one will remember a convoluted and changing message.
X minus 110mm (airspace) equals?
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Factory Manual calls for 400mm of fluid. If Traxxion springs are the same as Marzocchi springs, then I believe you're running too little fluid. Or am I missing another factor?