Note: Base / target settings for the forks are : ~ 10-15% STATIC SAG ~ 30% RIDER SAG + 5 CLICKS (HALF TURNS) OF PRELOAD IN EACH LEG - 9 COMPRESSION CLICKS FROM CLOSED / ZERO "CLOSED" REFERS TO THE FIRST CLICK THAT CAN BE FELT WHEN FULLY CLOCK WISE ON THE COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT. THIS IS YOUR "ZERO" OR FULLY CLOSED STARTING POINT.
You can only succeed with this kind of tutorial. Perfect light, perfect show of every step so it is already self explanatory. Add some voice over to catch the attention of the more undisciplined of us and voila!
Great video. If you didn't know these things, it would be frustrating and may not even work right. Like getting all the air out and knowing the forks will be different lengths. I'll bet those forks work nicely.
Just rechecked the air gap on my left fork. For other dummies like me perhaps clarify the 100mm is with the fork fully compressed. Also for anyone who doesn't read your instructions...tut tut don't forget the rubber o ring on the right leg to see how much compression you are using on the bumps.
Can you guys update the install instructions to include the extra steps of bleeding the cartridge after filling and setting the air gap in the left fork? If someone (like me) follows the instructions without seeing this video, they might have air in the cartridge and a “mushy” feel along with harsh bottoming without those two steps (like mine).
I agree and also he says to leave an air gap of 100ml in the level 2 kit. Well how much of an air gap is there supposed to be in the level 1 kit? Anyone know.
Great video, but are you sure it's Loctite 428 at 13:00? Loctite 428 is "a colourless to straw-coloured, low viscosity, general purpose ethyl cyanoacrylate instant adhesive used for bonding plastics, rubbers and metals". I don't suppose you suggest putting instant glue in the threads? The bolt will be impossible to remove after that. Did you mean some other threadlocker?
Built my level 2 kit up a few weeks ago. We took a short cut and filled 2/3 of the oil through the top on the left leg. Rest through the bottom as recommended. After a lot of pumping all appeared to be well? I will check the air gap now (not mentioned in previous video) but is there still going to be a problem? Many thanks. Tom
How did that work out ? I’ve failed miserably at getting the oil in despite 3 attempts and following this video. Each time I turned it over, removed cap and let the outer leg drop, oil would pour out before outer leg was at bottom. Very frustrating as I don’t know what I’ve done wrong.
It would be nice to clarify, that L1 has two plastic washers under the spring on cartridge while L2 in the video has one. It took me some head scratching until I found that in PDF manual. There is a sticker on the cartridge. I don't like idea that it could get loose in oil over time and get sucked onto some valve so I removed it. I hope it is not a warranty violation or something.
Same here man. I’d rather remove and rebuild the top half then tackle this suspension job. I don’t know if I would even want Honda dealer mechanics doing this.
Note: Base / target settings for the forks are :
~ 10-15% STATIC SAG
~ 30% RIDER SAG
+ 5 CLICKS (HALF TURNS) OF PRELOAD IN EACH LEG
- 9 COMPRESSION CLICKS FROM CLOSED / ZERO
"CLOSED" REFERS TO THE FIRST CLICK THAT CAN BE FELT WHEN FULLY CLOCK WISE ON THE COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT. THIS IS YOUR "ZERO" OR FULLY CLOSED STARTING POINT.
This is the gold standard for tutorials on YT. My grandmother could do this job just by watching this! Going to upgrade my forks with this kit.
You can only succeed with this kind of tutorial. Perfect light, perfect show of every step so it is already self explanatory. Add some voice over to catch the attention of the more undisciplined of us and voila!
Thanks man, it’s not my strong point but really putting the effort in to help people more
Excellent video, fitted my level 2 kit today and couldn't have been easier thanks to this
Thanks mate, glad it helped.
Excellent presentation! Perfect balance of narration and visually providing instruction. Thank you!
I wish i have you as a mechanic, people like you are gems in that industry.
I plan on getting a CRF300L, and I will be doing this upgrade as soon as I get the bike. Awesome tutorial!
Awesome video thanks! Just in time as I’m fitting the rallyraid level 1 suspension as I write this 😅
Great video. If you didn't know these things, it would be frustrating and may not even work right. Like getting all the air out and knowing the forks will be different lengths. I'll bet those forks work nicely.
Just rechecked the air gap on my left fork. For other dummies like me perhaps clarify the 100mm is with the fork fully compressed. Also for anyone who doesn't read your instructions...tut tut don't forget the rubber o ring on the right leg to see how much compression you are using on the bumps.
What exactly do you mean here ?
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Super detailed video.. I wait the video for cb500x 2022 to come ..
Is it a tutorial about how to create a great video? Or how to install a rally raid fork kit? I can't decide. Well done sir.
Nicely done Adam!
Can you guys update the install instructions to include the extra steps of bleeding the cartridge after filling and setting the air gap in the left fork? If someone (like me) follows the instructions without seeing this video, they might have air in the cartridge and a “mushy” feel along with harsh bottoming without those two steps (like mine).
I agree and also he says to leave an air gap of 100ml in the level 2 kit. Well how much of an air gap is there supposed to be in the level 1 kit? Anyone know.
he shows it at 15:31
Excellent easy to follow video thanks 😊
Any plan to do a service video on these forks?
Great video, but are you sure it's Loctite 428 at 13:00? Loctite 428 is "a colourless to straw-coloured, low viscosity, general purpose ethyl cyanoacrylate instant adhesive used for bonding plastics, rubbers and metals". I don't suppose you suggest putting instant glue in the threads? The bolt will be impossible to remove after that. Did you mean some other threadlocker?
Do you have a link for how to set up the preset and everything else on top of the forks?
Next video covers this , I have pinned a comment with the base settings for now
@@motomitchuk4384base settings…. -9 from closed or fully clockwise. +5 is that from fully open then 5 clicks towards closed or clock wise direction?
Best Crf300 fork cartridges available!
Great video 👍🏻
Is it the same kit for the crf250 L/rally and the crf300 L/rally???
Built my level 2 kit up a few weeks ago. We took a short cut and filled 2/3 of the oil through the top on the left leg. Rest through the bottom as recommended. After a lot of pumping all appeared to be well? I will check the air gap now (not mentioned in previous video) but is there still going to be a problem? Many thanks. Tom
How did that work out ? I’ve failed miserably at getting the oil in despite 3 attempts and following this video. Each time I turned it over, removed cap and let the outer leg drop, oil would pour out before outer leg was at bottom. Very frustrating as I don’t know what I’ve done wrong.
I can see little impressions on the end of the fork housing from twisting the small screw driver. i might do this differently.
It would be nice to clarify, that L1 has two plastic washers under the spring on cartridge while L2 in the video has one. It took me some head scratching until I found that in PDF manual.
There is a sticker on the cartridge. I don't like idea that it could get loose in oil over time and get sucked onto some valve so I removed it. I hope it is not a warranty violation or something.
You mention to leave an air gap of 100ml in the level 2 kit. Well how much of an air gap is there supposed to be in the level 1 kit?
I want excited to buy this but that's way too much work for me unfortunately.
great vid
@rallyraidproducts1927 It the 100mm air gap the same on L1 as L2?
I need to know how the bottom pieces come off the forks please someone hit me up asap
Awesome 😮
What’s the extra O-ring in the package for.?
People who want to track their for travel usage can add the o ring on a fork tube and use it as a measure for testing
Would it matter which fork to go on ?
You lost me in the first minute by showing me you’re running the stock tires
That's probably not his bike, he's clearly done this upgrade many times.
I was debating on upgrading mine myself after watching this I will not be doing it myself lol there’s a lot that goes into it
Same here man. I’d rather remove and rebuild the top half then tackle this suspension job. I don’t know if I would even want Honda dealer mechanics doing this.
It honestly doesn't look that bad. Make sure you got the right tools, and take it slow and be gentle.