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buzzy613
11-27-2011, 09:59 PM
what front forks will work on a 85 250r? i think mine is bent and iff i can get ahold of a parts guy i might beable to get a set of forks in good shape, and some other parts i need

RIDE-RED 250r
11-27-2011, 10:30 PM
'85 and '86 ATC250r only. 1st and 2nd gen forks were different..... And just in case you are wondering, 350x forks won't work either. Too small in diameter.....

buzzy613
11-27-2011, 11:18 PM
alright thanks man

RIDE-RED 250r
11-27-2011, 11:52 PM
Any time brother. :)

Also, I hear tell that Dirtcrasher has straightened forks for members. Might be worth a try to contact him and see if you and he can work something out.

buzzy613
11-28-2011, 12:20 AM
i got a press overat my grampas shop i didnt know if it was possible

RIDE-RED 250r
11-28-2011, 12:25 AM
I haven't tried it myself yet. But I have heard that with a descent press, a dial indicator and a little finesse, one can straighten trike forks.

If you have the tools and were planning on buying some forks anyway, what do you have to loose to try?

buzzy613
11-28-2011, 01:06 AM
good point and iff i end up braking somthing i can keep atempted stratin ones for parts