[scorch]

I am trying to figure out a way to support the bike up so I can remove the front wheel and forks so I can change the oil.

I don't have a manual. But I also need to know how to remove the steering bearings.

My front suspension clanks when I hit the front brake and it's been over 40 k miles since ive changed the front fork oil.

Thanks

 

[kuhlka]

Remove the tank and support the front half of the bike by looping 2 straps around the front frame area near the steering head. Then, hang the bike from an engine hoist or other apparatus. Thats how I did my last wheel change.

 

[scorch]

sweet man, thanks. I think ill try that.

 

[kuhlka]

Oh, and once you take the top triple off, you should see the top bearing. After you take the front end off, you should have access to the lower bearing.

 

[dfib]

Remove the tank and support the front half of the bike by looping 2 straps around the front frame area near the steering head. Then, hang the bike from an engine hoist or other apparatus. Thats how I did my last wheel change.

That is excellent - why didn't I think of that!! Thanks kuhlka!

 

[Guest]

If you don't have an engine hoist you can use some 2x4's in your garage ceiling, unless it is finished then it is harder. But you could put a pair of hooks each rated for 200lbs(overkill) for the front and then put a strap through that. I did this when I completly took apart my Speed Four.

 

[BUCKET]

I use a endless chain(block and tackle) for the mentioned task.I put a towel over the tank in case the chains rub or have someone hold then out as i'm lifting.Works great,little effort.
Bucket ;D

 

[scorch]

Well, i hoisted it up to the ceiling and it worked great!! thanks for the advice!