PROJECT DOKE

[venari]

Hi chaps,

Quick update on rebuilding the bike.

I have hit an issue with the R6 shock fouling the chainguard mount on the swingarm.

Has anyone come across this before and can anyone offer any advice?

Thanks!

[willandrip]

I must have come across that problem on the 2TK...my Genesis has a TRX swinging arm conversion so it would not have occurred on it. The 2TK arm is NEARLY identical but not exactly the same...

IIRC I manipulated the mount so as to clear the shock but still cover the chain and not foul....It would only be a small
amount required.

I think some other FZR's I own with the R6 shock had the mount lug welded to the s/a as std.....I only "shoved " them to the left by 3 to 5 mm for the chainguards to clear on those units.

[venari]

Great answer - I was considering "manipulating" it.

I am trying to learn better habits in motorcycle maintenance and therefore have refrained from reaching immediately for the lump hammer (see previous 9 pages of posts).

A large adjustable spanner seems more appropriate, perhaps with an improvised leverage attachment?

[willandrip]

Great answer - I was considering "manipulating" it.

I am trying to learn better habits in motorcycle maintenance and therefore have refrained from reaching immediately for the lump hammer (see previous 9 pages of posts).

A large adjustable spanner seems more appropriate, perhaps with an improvised leverage attachment?

Large heavy hammers have their place in motorcycle maintenance/repair...its just how they are utilised !

I used one in conjunction with a very blunt chisel to offset the bracket on the welded alloy bracket...(search how to offset a woodruff key for example )

Your idea of the adjustable wrench and extension tube is often used in my workshop for bracketry alterations in situ where oxy /acet is not feasible.

[venari]

Success!!!

The bike was back together in time for the track day and the new rear suspension performed amazingly! It made a huge difference to my confidence whilst riding.

In less positive news I did come off the track twice and whilst I was able to ride it home at the end of the day the fairings are now more ductape than plastic...

The next step is definitely the front end - under heavy breaking the bike felt unstable. I'm also hoping it will help with the way the bars wobble as I stand it up out of corners when hard on the gas - although this might be more to do with my form than the bikes.

I'll link some photos and videos once the other riders who had gopros etc have got round to uploading them if anyone is interested.

[venari]