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XJ700 Forks

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by SLKid, Nov 8, 2009.

  1. SLKid

    SLKid Active Member

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    So one of my winter projects for the bike is going to be doing the forks. They're in BAD shape. Not bent, but all the seals and cap bolts and o rings will need to be replaced and that is getting pretty pricey.
    I see forks on ebay for our bikes at nearly half the price of my rebuild. So i'm thinkin about it.
    Which models are compatible with my 700?
    Even if I can just strip the good parts off the ebay forks and buy the other parts from our resident chacal I still think that'd be cheaper.
    -Chris
     
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    What do you suppose the odds are that eBay forks aren't also in need of rebuilding, or will be soon?
     
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    My understanding is only 85/86 XJ700 will fit. The X forks are designed with air assist but it wouldn't hurt anything on a non-X.

    I have a pair in the garage, but they are slighly pitted and would need new seals too.
     
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    Well see I wouldnt mind doin the seals. But my cap bolts are rusted through/ Those babies are 25 a pop! So maybe i should just go and rebuild em.. Pricey.. but you're right. The ebay ones will prob need a rebuild in the near future
     
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