Front end swaps? Building another bike!

['87 500XC]

In the process of building another bike. It’s just a frame now, but as I build this I want to add some modern touches to it as compared to a full period correct build like my 87 500.

Bike started as an ‘88 430AE. I have no desire to rebuild the automatic so will be sourcing a complete motor (preferably 430-500)

I’m sure I’ll have many questions, but I’ll start with:

•Front end swaps
What have you guys done in regards to swapping a modern front end? Currently have the stock 40mm conventionals which aren’t that good and would like something better. I have read about YZ clamps that should bolt up, an 01 CR250 setup, 96-98 RM250 setup etc. I’m looking for details regarding these and any others, such as what bearings to use, clearance issues, fork lengths compared to stock etc etc.

Thanks!

 

[husky jim]

I'm using Modern 48mm forks on both my 430. I used KYB's off my 2014 300wr triples bolted right up. Need to use the bearings for a 2014.
I added two washers on the head stem one on bottom , one on top to take up the space when the adjuster nut ran out of threads.

What are your plans for the auto motor?? I'd be interested

In the process of building another bike. It’s just a frame now, but as I build this I want to add some modern touches to it as compared to a full period correct build like my 87 500.

Bike started as an ‘88 430AE. I have no desire to rebuild the automatic so will be sourcing a complete motor (preferably 430-500)

I’m sure I’ll have many questions, but I’ll start with:

•Front end swaps
What have you guys done in regards to swapping a modern front end? Currently have the stock 40mm conventionals which aren’t that good and would like something better. I have read about YZ clamps that should bolt up, an 01 CR250 setup, 96-98 RM250 setup etc. I’m looking for details regarding these and any others, such as what bearings to use, clearance issues, fork lengths compared to stock etc etc.

Thanks!

 

['87 500XC]

I'm using Modern 48mm forks on both my 430. I used KYB's off my 2014 300wr triples bolted right up. Need to use the bearings for a 2014.
I added two washers on the head stem one on bottom , one on top to take up the space when the adjuster nut ran out of threads.

What are your plans for the auto motor?? I'd be interested


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Nice looking bike, I was hoping that ktm triple clamps would bolt up but the stem is too short. I have a spare triple clamp from a 2015 and the stem is about 1/2” too short.

I’ll look into the ‘14 husky front end thanks!

I have the auto motor on a shelf in the garage right now. It’ll probably just stay there. Maybe in time people will start manufacturing replacement parts and clutches for it. The project right now is already big enough, so I just don’t have the desire to source parts for the auto engine at the same time.

 

[husky jim]

I'm going to use these Marzocchi's to use on my auto. Only 45mm, but they're Brand New and the Price!!! Make him an offer I only paid $199!!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334095153889?epid=24039646601&hash=item4dc99f7ae1:g:q-4AAOSwzZtfELUt

Used with a set of '93 360wr clamps, 2014 brake, hub and axle. Still need to collect a rim, disk, m/c to complete.

Nice looking bike, I was hoping that ktm triple clamps would bolt up but the stem is too short. I have a spare triple clamp from a 2015 and the stem is about 1/2” too short.

I’ll look into the ‘14 husky front end thanks!

I have the auto motor on a shelf in the garage right now. It’ll probably just stay there. Maybe in time people will start manufacturing replacement parts and clutches for it. The project right now is already big enough, so I just don’t have the desire to source parts for the auto engine at the same time.

 

['87 500XC]

I'm going to use these Marzocchi's to use on my auto. Only 45mm, but they're Brand New and the Price!!! Make him an offer I only paid $199!!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334095153889?epid=24039646601&hash=item4dc99f7ae1:g:q-4AAOSwzZtfELUt

Used with a set of '93 360wr clamps, 2014 brake, hub and axle. Still need to collect a rim, disk, m/c to complete.

Wow that’s thinking outside the box!

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[husky jim]

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Here's outside the box: Aprilia SXV forks (Sachs), 2014 Husky triples, Warp9 Ktm style front wheel, Alta 320mm front brake.

 

[Picklito]

The gold Marzocchi 45mm from the 2000's Husky is a bolt on. Here's a complete 2004 front end, shortened to 10" travel, on my 81 430WR.

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['87 500XC]

The gold Marzocchi 45mm from the 2000's Husky is a bolt on. Here's a complete 2004 front end, shortened to 10" travel, on my 81 430WR.

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Oh that’s nice!
The clamps bolt right on, no bearing changes?

 

[Picklito]

The bearings that come with the 45mm setup fit into the Husky frame.