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I sourced these from a fleabay seller named "thefastgear", & I must say they are better than I expected...they are intended for a 97 - 00 Yamaha XVS 650 & they fit the BA/SM forks pretty well. I reused the OEM O rings. Here they are installed:  Pre-installation:    If you need to shim a spacer, something like this is what you want to use:  The PCV spacers needed to be shortened, & I may do some more work on the spacers before I am finished tuning this combo.
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In case anyone is wondering a 5/8" socket fit the adjuster posts & a 1-1/16" socket fit the caps...
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Hey B02S4, Do you happen to have a link still from fleabay on these? I found the following ones but they are being sold by a different seller. Looks like the right ones but just wanted to make sure: http://www.ebay.com/itm/XVS650-FRONT-FOR...a97&vxp=mtrAlso - would anyone happen to know if the fork cap bolts on a 07 Bonneville are the same size as an America/SM to see if these would work, too? I just ordered the intiminators for my bike and these seem like it will make the install process a bit easier in finding that just-right preload setting. Thanks, Jason
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If both models are 41mm forks, the chances are good they cross over.
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Hey B02S4,
Do you happen to have a link still from fleabay on these?
I found the following ones but they are being sold by a different seller. Looks like the right ones but just wanted to make sure:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/XVS650-FRONT-FOR...a97&vxp=mtr
Also - would anyone happen to know if the fork cap bolts on a 07 Bonneville are the same size as an America/SM to see if these would work, too?
I just ordered the intiminators for my bike and these seem like it will make the install process a bit easier in finding that just-right preload setting.
Thanks,
Jason
Yep, here Adjustable Fork Caps
And no regrets.
The link that you posted will work, and I considered them, however I like the ones that I picked better.
To my knowledge all of the Modern Classic Twin KYB 41mm fork caps will interchange.
Showa 41mm fork caps do NOT fit our bikes, though.
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FWIW, my current setup includes Ricor Intiminators, OEM springs & spring bushings ("washers"), PVC spacers, and the above-mentioned caps. The PVC spacers are approx. 6-7/16" port side, & 6-1/2" starboard side. With the above, the adjuster posts have approx. 5 lines showing. The spacers could be shorter in order to have less post exposed.
Bonus tip # 1: use a fresh fine-tooth metal blade on your hacksaw & a vise to hold the PVC for the initial cut.
Bonus tip # 2: use a 2" round abrasive disk & twist-lock holder in a variable speed drill to "dress" the PVC initial cut and bring the PVC spacers to final dimension.
Bonus tip # 3: use a countersink bit, fine blade, &/or file to trim any stray fibers from the dress-cut PVC ends.
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Also, you can use a sheet of paper, in lieu of a pipe wrap around, for a perfectly square cut line.
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Bonus Tip # 4: 3M blue tape or equivalent at the cut line will help make for a smoother cut.
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Bonus Tip # 5: Now we're playing with power! As always, much appreciated on all the info above, guys! I just ordered mine through fleabay and now await my intiminators, fork oil and adjustable pre-load fork caps to be had for the wrenching to begin 
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If you want to cut PVC and get a straight cut the best way I have found is to put a hose clamp on it for a guide.
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Quote:
If you want to cut PVC and get a straight cut the best way I have found is to put a hose clamp on it for a guide.
Good idea, I had forgotten about that!
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If you want to cut PVC and get a straight cut the best way I have found is to put a hose clamp on it for a guide.
Good idea, I had forgotten about that!
PVC cuts very easily on a miter saw also if you want a nice square cut... Did mine on my Rigid saw straight outa home depot 
Benny
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Too many mods to list
Not enough miles ridden
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I installed my intiminators a few months ago as well as adding the pre load adjusters. I went with PVC as well and saved the stock spacers. I used my miter saw (laser guided) to cut the new spacers I don't think you could get a better cut than that.
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The hose clamp trick is for a hand hacksaw and it does give you a nice square cut.
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Since the Hagon 2810 rear shocks are now better dialed in, it's time to shorten the PVC spacers a bit more. My target is about 40mm rider sag on the fork; currently, it's about 35mm rider sag & the adjusters are at full out.
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