Has anyone upgraded to the closed chamber Kayaba SSS 48mm fork found on post 2005 Yamahas . I have a 2014 TE 511 with the older Kayaba open chamber 48mm fork (Found on Yamaha's) that I know would benefit from the Kayaba SSS 48mm fork. Questions would be if so are there any Wheel fitment issues (caliper, spacers, axel width)
I would spend my money on racetech gold valves before attempting a full fork swap. They are apparently make a big difference.
I had ZipTy re-valve mine on my TE and totally transformed them. I also have a set of the closed chamber TC/TXC forks on my 250 that Ty dialed in for my weight and racing needs and they feel very close to being the same. Might give them a call and see what Ty says. He's very familiar with those Yamaha forks too.
I had my suspension done by Shock Therapy and that did make them work better but, having had many Yamaha's I know the SSS Forks offer an even better ride. I will give Ty a call.
Had my 2013 TE449 completely redone by Ty. Last weekend was the first time I hit whoops at speed. Wow, so that is what a bike should be.
