question for Yammie trikers

[wheelie king]

I am new to the yamahas (and this forum site- which is great!)...I just got a 85 TRM 200E (shaft drive). The sucker runs great and is in good shape. Got it super cheap, which is why I deviated from my Honda "loyalty".

Question is: it is a fixed rear and susp. fork. Is the front suspension supposed to be so stiff??? I mean, It is like it might as well be welded. I have never messed with a yammie trike before, so just wondering what suggestions you have for anything that may soften the front. The forks don't appear to be adjustable. Just asking before I tear them down.....

thanks-

[MTS]

tear them down and re-build them, could possibly just need some oil re-moved from the shocks too

[350x'inNY]

Sounds like they might be frozen up or getting caught up/bent?? I know mine sinks about half way from me just sitting on the trike! :D

Bruce

[thefox]

:welcome: Welcome to 3 Wheeler World

The Yamaha YTM front suspension setup should give when you push down on it. Since you just got the trike it is a good idea to take apart the front suspension to clean it all up and replace the oil. It is recommended that the oil is changed every 2 years but it is something many owners will never even think about doing so chances are the oil in there is very old. If the tubs are overfilled or filled with thicker oil then they will be harder. I would also suggest ordering a set of fork seal and instail them when you have the fork apart.

[wheelie king]

Thanks for the quick helpful replys. I'll tear them down and see what I see. They do not look bent, so I am thinking it is an oil problem. Any suggestions where to find the seals?

Thanks again

[TheOlderFox]

denniskirk.com or your dealer. You will be looking at the 10-20 range for seals. If you want facotry OEM seals you can also check with parkeryamaha.com. They often times are cheaper than a local dealer. Good luck. Ask plenty of questions as you go. Someone here will know the answer. Oh, and the Yamaha's are a nice machine too.