Honda front end?

You can buy the TC TXC twin chamber internals to fit into your TE forks.
I dont know what they cost in the US but they have much more potential than the TE forks for tuning. If your racing then speak to Drew at WER, he set up all Scott Summers TXC's suspension last year.

Alec
UK
09 TE 510 on the way!!

Not sure why he did that...my CRF450X wouldn't turn around in a parking lot...worst cornering bike I've ever had.

Honda

Any more news on the Showa front end? Have you been able to use the TC wheel and Brembo brake on the Showa's yet? Just curious and thanks for all the work you've done so far!

Yes, the wheel is not a problem and the caliper hanger can be made to work. I'd like to have a better hanger set-up, just haven't got around to getting with Brembo USA to see if they have a hanger.

I've come up with three different clean ways to do the wheel. I changed my mind about boring the fork lugs for the Husky axle, but that would be the cleanest.

At the risk of winding folks up, my take is this, if you are a nat or world class racer this mod may be the ticket otherwise its a just coolfactor tinker hot rod show job, I don't think there are 2 racers/riders on this site that can ride one of these bikes to over the max potential of the machine or suspension. Enjoy the showa conversion. I will just ride the heck out of my OEM machine with Lt-Racing suspension tuning and try not to play engineer factory racer with my machine
But this is the freedom of choice place so do what makes you happy
and I would use MB1 if you have pro-level speed or Factory Connection for pros or amateurs for your Showa front end otherwise the OEM Showa set up is probably no better than your Zokes. Have you done any of the measurement comparisons like offset,caster,etc etc to determine where you are taking her dimension/setup wise, with the dims of the new front end? Check your favorite loop lap times before and after the mod? enjoy the ride. post photos, it is a cool mod. R

I agree, but for him (who doesn't like the TE's front end and has all the spare Honda parts that he familiar with and happy with), I could definitely see the reasoning. That being said, most here, if not all, should just dial in what they got with Les!

Dear Robert N,

This isn't for everyone, but I'm intrigued by the fact that the CH team uses them and Glenn Kearney tried them. I also happen to be a big fan of the SHOWA fork, have done extensive testing of main springs, ICS, valving and such, and I have a brand new set sitting here with a mound of tuning parts and valving specs. I also enjoy doing things like this, have a lathe, mill, tig, mig and just about anything else I need, not to mention the talent and skill, to do this. Therefore, I am.

For those of you without those ingredients, send your suspension off to LT.

You go play "Top secret, inside Husky got the scoop cub reporter", or whatever it is you do and GET THE F K OFF OF MY CLOUD!

And, YES, I have done all the calculations for the geometry changes.

Doing your own modifications is a really cool thing - it's great to make something your own. I love to tinker, machine pieces and TIG weld myself and do most of my mods to cars. It's a lot of fun and can fill up some of those winter nights when the kids have gone to bed and you want to go out to the garage by yourself.

Another thing I have noticed doing research for Husky DIY suspension improvements is that there is a wealth of knowledge, experience and parts out there with the Showa forks and a lot fewer with the Zokes. Also the Marzocchi factory seems to have more business and focus on Mountain bikes here in the US.

Good luck and keep us updated

Nice,,,Did Husky say they were looking at using Showa or KYB in the future for OEM? That was my opinion, they can be like a-----holes we all have them and stinky they can be.

This needs to be clear , defuse, so no baiting. relax I have super respect with the logical and cool mods we all do here including yours.
Did not mean to torque you that much. Take it easy I am no pro thats for sure. Another more positive opinion is that we in general on this site are some of the most dialed in, moto riders out there. observe some other sites and brand threads amazing what some will do without any logical path. keep us informed I'll stay off your cloud and watch with interest from the side lines. best of work, R
I did add the ending with,,,,"enjoy the ride. post photos, it is a cool mod. R"
and any of my goofy reporting and photos are because mostly of luck at being there and looking to provide assistance or ideas and to talk moto, as simple as that.

I went a little far with an opinionated almost baited hook reply. and motorhead threw a wrench at my opinion, moto passion at its best. I am good with it I ducked behind the rollaway. Brothers/hard heads don't always get along but they always get things done, I am sure we have more in common then not in common.
I am honestly very interested with results of his mod. As I said it's a big one and its cool one. post photos, R

Front End

I am not getting into the middle of this at all but just wanted to mention something. Yeah, MOST people can't ride a stock Husky (or any bike for that matter) to it full potential BUT how many people do you see with aftermarket exhaust systems, aftermarket handlebars, aftermarket footpegs, aftermarket sprockets, etc. etc. etc. The answer is A TON! Why do people spend the money on these items if they can't use the stock bike to its potential anyways? That is because A) they want their bike to look different from others/standout or B) they want their bike to fit them correctly. I see that as the same thing with this Showa swap. It is either A) the bike is going to look TOTALLY different from any other Husky out there or B) he will be able to dial in the Showa suspension much quicker/easier than he will the Zokes therefore having the bike "fit" him better. Just an idea. Not getting nasty in anyway, but wanted to share my thoughts. I am MORE THAN INTERESTED in the swap and think it is a great idea. Talk to ya later and good luck!

Blake

+1 exactly right

plus one other reason sometimes to improve the reliabilty of a husky part which is known to give trouble or wear out quickly

Sorry to blow, but I just didn't think about two thirds of that was necessary. I respect other opinions, but the I will just ride the heck out of my OEM machine with Lt-Racing suspension tuning and try not to play engineer factory racer with my machine, that didn't set well.

And when you start a post with At the risk of winding folks up you knew you probable shouldn't go there.

Peace, out.

Good................Now that's done and over with,shall we get back to what this thread is really about,,,Thank You

I think a Honda front end is a little silly myself. If I want a Honda front end I will probably buy a Honda, but to each his own & I can always skip the post! That's what makes this forum so great!!! Freedom to choose.[& to have different opinions].

post fotos!! Its all good!! also when ya get the chance post some of the specs for interest on differences or similarities between the 2 front ends. big curiosity, Thanks R

Blake is right on with his points...besides, Blake is fast enough to feel the difference...A level rider...a well set Showa is tough to beat.