Here's a tip I learned just a couple days ago. After torquing the front axle, and reinstalling the calipers. Grip the front brake and give the suspension a good dive a couple times, the harder the better. Then torque the 2 pinch bolts. This will assure the forks will not have any undue side-loading during normal operation.
I just removed the front wheel from my 2014 V-Strom and mounted a new Bridgestone BattleWing tire. The process went quite well. I used Ru-Glyde to lubricate the tire and wheel. The old one slipped off and the new one slid on..... As I said, the process went quite well until I went to reinstall the wheel. I lost a spacer somewhere. I turned my shop upside down, traced and retraced my footsteps to no avail. I phoned my local Suzuki shop, they didn’t have one, so checked on Bike Bandit. The diagram showed two spacers one on the left and one on the right' ... but then description it said RH side qty 1. The Suzuki Dealer also showed two spacers in the Official illustrated parts breakdown book they use to reference part numbers. By now you know where this is going. The front axle installs from left to right on a 2014 V-Strom 1000. The axle head naturally is the left side spacer. I felt stupid that I didn’t notice this during the removal process. It was 20 degrees in my garage and was freezing my nubs off which probably didn’t help. Anyway, the reinstall (finally) proceeded like it should.... as a side note, my shop got a thorough exam and I managed to find some things I’d been looking for the past 6 months. So it wasn’t a total episode of being “The Clueless Biker”.....
Urban Monk TV yeah, rinks around us are open for those hardcore enough to need it. I’ll wait a little longer before putting the blades on. Thanks for the great vids too! FWIW, as a kid I was huge North Stars fan, my Leafs fan friends didn’t appreciate that...
Great video. I just installed 705’s on my 02. Your videos helped a bunch. FYI, I found that a 5/8” spark plug socket used in reverse is a perfect fit for the axle shaft.
The axle shaft info isn't applicable to all vstroms. My '08 650DL needs a 12mm hex bit and I only have one pinch bolt. And the service manual says to move the calipers first but what do they know?
Hi, just purchased a 08 vstrom 1000 in Australia. Was wondering if you were lifting the front of the bike by jacking off the engine. Sorry if this has been asked before. Great video.👍
Is the pinch bolt the only thing holding the right fork leg to the axle? On my 05 wee, the axle itself doesn't have a shoulder to put inward pressure on the right fork leg.
Cpcsof1 Yes, same on my Vee. Pinch bolts provide "connection" on the right side. Also, one could consider the threads on the end of the axle that screw into the left side fork tube as "drawing" the axle into both sides. I guess.
Why do you mount the calipers before the wheel is back in place? Is it easier that way? Seems like you'd be fighting them when you don't need to be. Or am I thinking backwards? I'll be doing both wheels in the next 2 days so I am very curious about this. Great video, BTW. Always enjoy your vids. I learn a lot. Without breaking stuff ;-)
I understand the theory behind them, but I've never used them. For that reason I don't think my opinion on the matter should be taken too seriously. I do know a person can purchase a tire balancing rig like mine for the same price as two bags of beads. I'll let my answer end there I guess. Thanks for watching!
@@UrbanMonkTV I'm thinking of getting a V strom 250 for my daughters first bike but would like to change the tyres to gain an extra little bit of height and off road abilities. What do you think?
@@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773 Tbey don't sell the V-Strom 250 in the US so I've never seen one up close, but from what I can see in photos it would probably be the most capable offroad V-Strom available. The smaller engine and lighter weight would make it easier to maneuver off road and the 250 engine doesn't have the same vulnerabilities up front that the larger engines have (mainly the exposed oil filter. It won't have the same abilities on asphalt highways, but perhaps that doesn't matter. I think a 250 is a wonderful size for a new rider.
@@UrbanMonkTV oh thank you for your reply. The bike looks larger than a 250 but feels nice to handle although I have not taken one for a test ride. The ground clearence isnt huge hence the idea of tyre change but from reviews it would be an awesome all rounder for people like us who like to explore off the highway, back roads and no roads. I use to drive a 1000cc but after a long tour in South East Asia on a 125 I am definately a believe in less being more. Also I love smaller bikes and lower costs of machines and running costs is great to bring adventure riding to everyone.
@@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773 That all seems like sound logic from an experienced person. I like my 1000cc here in Southern California because I often need to ride at 80 mph (or more) to keep up with traffic. The 1000 does that with ease. But if I were traveling elsewhere and doing many many miles at lower speeds, I know I'd appreciate the fuel efficiency of a smaller engine. At some point, bigger isn't better and that point will differ for everyone. In my opinion, any way you look at it the V-Strom offers tremendous value for what it delivers.
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Here's a tip I learned just a couple days ago. After torquing the front axle, and reinstalling the calipers. Grip the front brake and give the suspension a good dive a couple times, the harder the better. Then torque the 2 pinch bolts. This will assure the forks will not have any undue side-loading during normal operation.
Thanks for adding for the benefit of others!
@@UrbanMonkTV This is a good tip, i was also going to recommend this tip, ensures the forks are aligned properly
After 60K miles on my 08 Vstrom I just mounted my first tire - with plenty of help from this video. Thank you.
Great! Thanks for watching!
60,000! Nice. I got 8k out of my first set lol.
I just removed the front wheel from my 2014 V-Strom and mounted a new Bridgestone BattleWing tire. The process went quite well. I used Ru-Glyde to lubricate the tire and wheel. The old one slipped off and the new one slid on..... As I said, the process went quite well until I went to reinstall the wheel. I lost a spacer somewhere. I turned my shop upside down, traced and retraced my footsteps to no avail. I phoned my local Suzuki shop, they didn’t have one, so checked on Bike Bandit. The diagram showed two spacers one on the left and one on the right' ... but then description it said RH side qty 1. The Suzuki Dealer also showed two spacers in the Official illustrated parts breakdown book they use to reference part numbers. By now you know where this is going. The front axle installs from left to right on a 2014 V-Strom 1000. The axle head naturally is the left side spacer. I felt stupid that I didn’t notice this during the removal process. It was 20 degrees in my garage and was freezing my nubs off which probably didn’t help. Anyway, the reinstall (finally) proceeded like it should.... as a side note, my shop got a thorough exam and I managed to find some things I’d been looking for the past 6 months. So it wasn’t a total episode of being “The Clueless Biker”.....
Thoroughly enjoyed reading every word of that! Thanks! 😄
As a Canadian, I couldn’t help but notice the hockey skates 🇨🇦 hanging on the wall of your garage. Well done! Thanks for the great video too!
Of course! I wouldn't be a good Minnesotan without skates hanging in the garage! Wish the rinks here would open. Are they open up there?
Urban Monk TV yeah, rinks around us are open for those hardcore enough to need it. I’ll wait a little longer before putting the blades on. Thanks for the great vids too! FWIW, as a kid I was huge North Stars fan, my Leafs fan friends didn’t appreciate that...
@@Radioactive_Slime We do miss our North Stars and Met Center. Though I must admit Xcel Energy Center is nice.
Thank you for the inspiring video. Could you kindly share the link or some info on the multi-use axel socket you used in final torque please??
I take off both calipers, give them a clean and inspect pads. Also easy to re-mount wheel. Good video as usual, thanks. Enjoy the trip.
Seems he did do a few bits abit backwards with the removal/fitting of the front wheel lol
Great video. I just installed 705’s on my 02. Your videos helped a bunch. FYI, I found that a 5/8” spark plug socket used in reverse is a perfect fit for the axle shaft.
alfa1six4 That's a great tip! I love that kind of ingenuity.
The axle shaft info isn't applicable to all vstroms. My '08 650DL needs a 12mm hex bit and I only have one pinch bolt. And the service manual says to move the calipers first but what do they know?
If you check rim balance without the tyre it can make lining up red dot more accurate and need less weights 👌
That's an excellent idea! We tend to assume the "heavy spot" on the wheel is always the valve stem, but perhaps it isn't always.
Good job man. Thank you very much for this video. Be safe 🤝
Thanks for watching and please do the same.
Another gr8 vid Sir... loving your channel and catching up on some of your uploads.
Hi, just purchased a 08 vstrom 1000 in Australia. Was wondering if you were lifting the front of the bike by jacking off the engine. Sorry if this has been asked before. Great video.👍
Congrats! Yes, for front tire or brakes I jack under engine while swingarm is in paddock stand. Thanks for watching!
@@UrbanMonkTV thanks for your quick reply, were you using a block of timber or rubber between the jack and engine
Is the pinch bolt the only thing holding the right fork leg to the axle? On my 05 wee, the axle itself doesn't have a shoulder to put inward pressure on the right fork leg.
Cpcsof1 Yes, same on my Vee. Pinch bolts provide "connection" on the right side. Also, one could consider the threads on the end of the axle that screw into the left side fork tube as "drawing" the axle into both sides. I guess.
Just be aware. The torque specs for the front axle are different for the 650 vs the 1000.
Interesting! And useful info for those here with 650s. Thanks!
Why do you mount the calipers before the wheel is back in place? Is it easier that way?
Seems like you'd be fighting them when you don't need to be. Or am I thinking backwards?
I'll be doing both wheels in the next 2 days so I am very curious about this.
Great video, BTW. Always enjoy your vids. I learn a lot. Without breaking stuff ;-)
john hanrahan Thanks for watching. Your sequence may be better. 6 of one, half dozen of the other.
What is your opinion regarding balancing beads?
I understand the theory behind them, but I've never used them. For that reason I don't think my opinion on the matter should be taken too seriously. I do know a person can purchase a tire balancing rig like mine for the same price as two bags of beads. I'll let my answer end there I guess. Thanks for watching!
Cool intro.
Thank you!
@@UrbanMonkTV I'm thinking of getting a V strom 250 for my daughters first bike but would like to change the tyres to gain an extra little bit of height and off road abilities. What do you think?
@@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773 Tbey don't sell the V-Strom 250 in the US so I've never seen one up close, but from what I can see in photos it would probably be the most capable offroad V-Strom available. The smaller engine and lighter weight would make it easier to maneuver off road and the 250 engine doesn't have the same vulnerabilities up front that the larger engines have (mainly the exposed oil filter. It won't have the same abilities on asphalt highways, but perhaps that doesn't matter. I think a 250 is a wonderful size for a new rider.
@@UrbanMonkTV oh thank you for your reply. The bike looks larger than a 250 but feels nice to handle although I have not taken one for a test ride. The ground clearence isnt huge hence the idea of tyre change but from reviews it would be an awesome all rounder for people like us who like to explore off the highway, back roads and no roads. I use to drive a 1000cc but after a long tour in South East Asia on a 125 I am definately a believe in less being more. Also I love smaller bikes and lower costs of machines and running costs is great to bring adventure riding to everyone.
@@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773 That all seems like sound logic from an experienced person. I like my 1000cc here in Southern California because I often need to ride at 80 mph (or more) to keep up with traffic. The 1000 does that with ease. But if I were traveling elsewhere and doing many many miles at lower speeds, I know I'd appreciate the fuel efficiency of a smaller engine. At some point, bigger isn't better and that point will differ for everyone. In my opinion, any way you look at it the V-Strom offers tremendous value for what it delivers.
Just some take it or leave it feedback ...I just don't possess the patience to listen to off the topic jabber ... and it is too maddening to try to skip through and find the information I am interested in. What is in your title? The thing someone SEARCHED for? Focus on THAT in the start of your video ...save the rest for after. ...i TRIED to skip through and just got even more frustrated .... Can't do it
Thanks for your feedback. I'm sorry you found it frustrating. Some us live life like hares, some like tortoises. No right or wrong...just different.