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    Fork problem

    I have recently rebuilt my forks off a gs1000 and a pal of mine came to see how i was getting on whilst he was inspecting my forks he noticed a depression in one of the stansions i think where the yolks bolt too and he said this was bad news he said if you hit a pothole it could snap the fork. I trust him but would like any advice please.

    #2
    Not sure what you are seeing...any chance you could post a couple of pictures??
    Bob T. ~~ Play the GSR weekly photo game: Pic of Week Game
    '83 GS1100E ~ '24 Triumph Speed 400 ~ '01 TRIUMPH TT600 ~ '67 HONDA CUB

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      #3
      Pictures would help if you can post some.

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        #4
        If it's dented at all, it's structurally compromised. Replace it. Was the bike in an accident? If it is a cut or a gouge, it may not be as serious. Please post a picture.

        This is most definitely a safety critical component. Don't take any chances, please.
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          #5
          any kind of dent/bend in a fork tube=scrap metal. trust me, risking it isnt a good plan with those kinds of things.

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            #6
            Thanks i will get a picture as soon as i can but i do agree scrap tubes shes my pride and joy undergoing a full restoration and i wouldnt want to compromise on anything!

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              #7
              an egg can be very strong as well until you "dent" the shell

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