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Alex asked in SportsMotorcycle Racing · 8 years ago

can i put other brand front forks on my dirtbike?

i have a 04 yz450 and was looking to put different front forks on it, are all bikes forks the same dimensions, and better yet would this even be possible.

for ex a 2012 kx 250/450 forks

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  • 8 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    Not all bike forks are the same.

    But there is nothing stopping you fitting a Kawasaki front end on a Yamaha, as long as they fit.

  • ?
    Lv 6
    8 years ago

    Both the answers are well informed. Additionally there are front suspension manufacturers like Ceriarni (not sure of the correct spelling) who make the complete unit that will fit straight on the bike and will improve the handling. They are very rider adjustable and more travel than genuine units, BUT they come at a price. There are other suspension specialists in Europe, mainly Italy.

  • ?
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    both the solutions are properly counseled. also there are the front suspension manufacturers like Ceriarni (not positive of the perfect spelling) who make the completed unit which will fit immediately on the motorcycle and could advance the dealing with. they're very rider adjustable and extra go back and forth than authentic units, yet they arrive at a cost. There are different suspension professionals in Europe, mainly Italy.

  • John R
    Lv 7
    8 years ago

    Firestormer told you correct.

    You do know you can get your front forks re-valved, then you don't have to worry about if your wheel will fit or if the brake needs a new bracket, etc.

    http://www.computrackboston.com/suspension.htm

    http://www.businessthree0.com/store/1558/yamaha-yz...

    http://www.motoobsession.com/MO_Tech/suspension/fo...

    Source(s): Riding and racing since 1973.
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