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'26 Special Suspension - Fixed - Updated
DoubleGuzzi:
--- Quote from: Vagrant on May 17, 2026, 02:17:05 PM ---There were some cheap Chinese ones discussed here in the past.
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Yup!
Vagrant:
--- Quote from: Michael_A on May 17, 2026, 11:06:32 AM ---How are you adjusting front end preload? I have a 26 V7 Special and there are no adjustments. I'd like to crank in a bit more because, errr... I'm fat. Did you put adjuster caps on or have a Sport?
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How much sag ate you at now? You might be able to make a spacer for the fork to raise the sag.
kingoffleece:
That won't fix an incorrect spring weight.
Michael_A:
I'm just enjoying riding the heck out of this thing, and now it's past break in I can push a bit harder. Going to leave things alone for a while suspension wise until I form a clearer opinion on what, if anything, it may need. It's pretty darn good right out of the box!
On most Japanese bikes I almost always have to add about 1/2 inch of front preload. My Bonneville T100 was about spot on. And all my airhead BMW's needed major respringing. My new V7 COULD, MAYBE, use around 1/4 inch more preload.... but maybe not... we'll see!
Moparnut72:
Now that I have put 1500 miles on it since the re-alignment the front suspension is getting quite compliant. I also replaced the Michelin tites with a set of Metzler Roadtec radials. The bike is substantially better with nor further adjustments needed. Also to clarify how I realigned the front end. I left the axle installed since it is firmly bolted to the forks and the wheel with no means of adjustment then worked my way up. I have a pair of unwanted Michelin tires if anyone wants them. Just pay shipping and maybe $20 for handling. They have only a couple of thousand miles on the with no appreciable wear.
kk
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