20-10-13, 09:07 PM
Wez is right,
There is a difference in component length between original 1998/99 forks and later 2000-2003 years.
The main question is: Did you have to put pressure down on the inner spacer to force the fork caps down & screw them back on? If you did, and you've checked component order 3 times, then I'd say you've reassembled it rightÂ
If you haven't modified them, run the bike on it's original spacer length but with minimal or near minimal preload - it will be firmer than it was. You could raise oil height but again, Wez is right, best to stick a cable tie round the fork & take her out for a quick spin. Don't go too mad (or too far) if you're worried about bottoming out, return to base & start measuring travel. Then report back
There is a difference in component length between original 1998/99 forks and later 2000-2003 years.
The main question is: Did you have to put pressure down on the inner spacer to force the fork caps down & screw them back on? If you did, and you've checked component order 3 times, then I'd say you've reassembled it rightÂ
If you haven't modified them, run the bike on it's original spacer length but with minimal or near minimal preload - it will be firmer than it was. You could raise oil height but again, Wez is right, best to stick a cable tie round the fork & take her out for a quick spin. Don't go too mad (or too far) if you're worried about bottoming out, return to base & start measuring travel. Then report back