muscrat
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« on: October 06, 2018, 10:56:34 AM » |
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HI all: Looking for info on rear rotor replacement for a 97 standard (understand there is a difference from other/newer valks). Can GW rotor be used, is aftermarket better than OEM.
Also am considering replacing front suspension, looking for recommendations on improving from (original) stock, hoping to reduce front diveing when braking.
Also have to mention did my first ride on the Dragon this Sept on my 77th b/day and 2 up. Chock one off the bucket list for me and the wife. Was also riding with my son. Memories for a life time !
Crazy Canuc (muscrat)
Southern Ontario.
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #1 on: October 06, 2018, 01:23:30 PM » |
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97, 98 and 99 Tourers and Standards all have the same rear rotor.
99 Interstate had the new rotor, and all Valkyries after that had the
new rotor... I would choose OEM for the rotor.
The company "Progressive" makes some springs, if you rebuild
your forks with their springs (and new seals and bushings) you
will probably start liking your forks...
-Mike
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« Reply #2 on: October 06, 2018, 04:15:05 PM » |
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go progressive front springs in the forks with new oil.
My 2001 I/S has OEM front springs and dives and is bumpier thru the handlebars over bumps in the road vs. my 1998 tourer with double the mileage (80K vs. 40K) having nicer and improved progressive front fork springs. I can notice the difference big time enough to get progressives on my I/S some day.
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muscrat
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« Reply #3 on: October 06, 2018, 06:45:45 PM » |
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Thanks for the feedback, will check amazon re a rear rotor.
Thanks again, muscrat
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mello dude
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« Reply #4 on: October 08, 2018, 05:27:36 PM » |
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Thanks for the feedback, will check amazon re a rear rotor.
Thanks again, muscrat
Rear rotors have gotten kinda pricey... https://www.partzilla.com/catalog/honda/motorcycle/1997/gl1500c-a-valkyrie/rear-wheel |
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muscrat
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« Reply #5 on: October 12, 2018, 02:55:54 PM » |
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Thanks Mello Dude: ya the OEM are pricey. Are there GW rear rotors that fit our bikes? I read to stay away from the Chinese knock offs. Maybe a member has a "not too used" one for sale.
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Tfrank59
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« Reply #6 on: October 12, 2018, 03:09:02 PM » |
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-Tom
Keep the rubber side down. USMC '78-'84
'98 Valkyrie, ‘02 VTX 1800, '96 Royal Star, '06 Drifter, '09 Bonneville, '10 KTM 530, '04 XR 650, '76 Bultaco, '81 CR 450, '78 GS 750...
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Bighead
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« Reply #7 on: October 12, 2018, 03:49:45 PM » |
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It amazes me that some think that a few dollars is worth their life or a hospital stay.
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« Reply #8 on: October 12, 2018, 04:12:05 PM » |
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It amazes me that some think that a few dollars is worth their life or a hospital stay.
What type of failure might you anticipate from an EBC disc that you would not expect from an OEM disc that could create a situation to cause a loss of "life or a hospital stay"?  |
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Tfrank59
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« Reply #9 on: October 12, 2018, 09:48:54 PM » |
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It amazes me that some think that a few dollars is worth their life or a hospital stay.
Well that's not what I think. EBC is a quality aftermarket part just happens to be a fraction of Honda OEM but it's not a compromise on safety at all. I trust their brake parts, both pads and rotors. |
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-Tom
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muscrat
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« Reply #10 on: October 22, 2018, 04:01:40 PM » |
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Hey all: was away for a few days and unable to check the site. Appreciate the feedback re the rear rotors, gonna get me one of them aftermarket rears.
Thanks again all.
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