thats what i want to hear, just want go it to full potential before any go fast parts. now i understand what straping down the front but any info on how far to compress the front end?
OK this is what works for me and has results to get down in the high 1.58's - 1.63's on a street tire in stock trim.
Remove the chrome caps on the fork tubes.
Release (If any) pressure from the forks.
Use a ratchet strap to compress the front end down... trying to figure out how much I need to take some measurements. You want to compress your front end down quite a bit but not completly..
Once its compressed down I use a good qaulity tie strap as pictured. I purchsed mine from a motorcycle / jet ski dealer shop.
There is a picture here some where on the forum on how to route it.
Basically its routed between the bolts for the caliper mounting and comes up around the lower fork brace.
It works for me and I have ridden my VMAX this way on the street for a few years since it feels more stable at speeds 135+.. it will jar your teeth loose though if you have rough roads where you live.. Street riding in this set up isnt recommended and can be dangerous. I have never had any issues but you have to pay attention to the road and coming down from wheelies are hard on your nuts when strapped down tight..
Benifits:
Killer launches
No more high speed wobbles.
Looks better lower in the front.
Easier to do 200FT burn outs on the street.
Downside
Harsh ride on the street!
Hard landings from wheelies.
Where fork springs out prematurlly.
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