Quote from stefan stein on 16.05.13 at 10:42:01:


Thanks!

The concept with my build includes as fat tires as possible so reducing to smaller size is not on my list for the moment   Actually it works better than expected with the fat front tyre. Had the same set up last year for a few thousands km of driving, incl long trips and active driving.

The problem I have is that when driving very actively on small curvy roads and hitting a bump in the road then it's  getting a bit nervous...   No surprice with old front forks, TR1 frame, shortened in the front, fat tyre etc... So I figure a steering damper would calm things down when hitting a big bump (small roads in Sweden can be in pretty bad shape after long cold winters with ice & snow).

I actually found one TR1 build with a steering damper, pretty great building in progress, especially the engine re-work, have a look. But the steering damper solution I was not impressed of so I am looking for a smoother solution. --> http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?259391-Yamaha-TR1-XV920R-Project

Cheers!  

Quote from Sepp on 18.05.13 at 06:00:46:


Thanks, excellent!

Haven't thought about that but it sounds reasonable. Thinking about it I also get a hit in the rear in these bumps and of Course that adds to the problem.

Can I change the spring only? Had a look previous year and disambly of the rear shock seemed tricky.

Or better to change the complete chock? Any ideas of a more modern direct fit? Possibly a bit shorter would be fine