4-8 hrs is about right. Its a very wide range, but it all depends on if they're out or not. If they're within spec, then you just put the bike back together and roll it out; if they're off, then you have to pull the cams, swap the shims, then build it all back up.

Is it hard? not really "hard" but very fiddley and tedious. You're dealing with very small parts that all need to be aligned extremely precisely, and you have absolutely NO space to do it in, and you can't see the alignment marks. If there is any doubt in your mind, at all, that you'll be able to do it, then don't even get started.

 

I watched a few YouTube videos and it looks too hard for me and I would not try it.. They just called me back 5 min ago and said it would be 275 if it was all ok and if the cams had to come out and shims needed then it would be more and up to 450 at the max.. I asked about getting my suspension set for the track and they say they would rebuild the front forks and revalve it and service the rear and would be looking at 1400-1500 for that..

 

has the suspension ever been serviced? That sounds about on par with what they would charge around here, except that it doesn't account for exchange rates and local values. I think the local dealership here would get about $4-500 usd for a valve adjustment.

As for the suspension, if it has never been serviced than it is definitely time so go ahead and fork over the cash, if we're talking about the 98. Honestly though, I would recommend you just start by changing out the fluid and set the sag. There will be a suspension guy at the track who will probably set you up for about 40 bucks or so; and you can come back to him with more feedback and he will help you out with your rebound and compression as well.

 

going to email the people that do the track days and see if there are people to set it up and how much.. What oil should i use? the stock weight oil or a different?

 

There is usually someone at Eastern Creek every track Day.

SW Racing will be there dude based on this URL.
MEGA - Motorcycling Events Group Australia

The SW Guys are great you pay like an extra 75 bucks (From memory) and they will work withyou through out the day. after each session see if you are using all your suspension and adjust it accordingly.
Will change how the bike feels for the better!

 

sweet.. will have to save a bit more but will see how it goes..

 

I agree with zoom on the suspicion. Ill ad this you might find a low mileage rear shock
on eBay for cheap.
It will help your bike tremendously. Servicing the forks is an easy enough job, You need the right tools.
But your still going to save $$$ doing it yourself. You could even replace the springs.
There not that costly, I got mine for $80.00.
New springs, A clean & flush with new quality fork fluid is all the front should need.
Stick an 05-09 6R shock on the rear, (Make sure the linkage fits,) Most of the time you can get the linkage with the shock.

 

Hmm I was close its 85 for the ride day service
SW Racing :: Services

+1 on OND too

 

a shock for the 05 on is like 200 plus dollars hear and even to get a 98/99 shock is 100 bucks..Everything here is dear as hell in oz but i will keep hunting parts down

 

KAWASAKI ZX6R REAR SHOCK 2000 | eBay
found a 09/10 zx6r shock for 100 on ebay but has no linkages its just the shock.

 

try setting the forks yourself check the bounce, rebound and sag also same on the rear you need at least 25/30mm sag on return
as for valves you'll need a few shims spare or need to know what sizes you'll need when sizing them up its a chew on but doable at home

shops have loads spare shims as they probs swap them from bike to bike

 

try setting the forks yourself check the bounce, rebound and sag also same on the rear you need at least 25/30mm sag on return

I have been on youtube a bit and watching how to set the sag, pre load and stuff and i also borrowed a book from the libary on how to set up bike suspension too..

Ond i sent a pm.. thanks for the help guys..

 

Arron If you will pay shipping to OZ, Iv got an 07 ZX6R showa unit with linkage that Ill ship to ya.
My way of helping out a fellow rider.
Its got a few miles on it, But still a big improvement over your stock shock.

PM me your adds & Ill try to find out the cost of shipping.

 

this is why this site is the best site to be involved with

 

The hardest part for me was getting an accurate reading with the feeler guages. The exhaust side cam is real close to the housing, so you have to slide the gauge in at a steep angle, which throws off the reading.

 

Here ya go arron

This is the 07ZX6R showa on the right & my stock ZZR unit on the left.
Its got about 9,000 miles on it, But with fresh fluid & gas, It'll be like new.
Best of all its free.:satisfied:





http://zx6r.com/attachment.php?atta...d=1311088179http://zx6r.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5505&stc=1&d=1311088291

 

ZX-6R Maintenance: Adjust Valve Clearances - McWiki

 

Thanks heaps ond and I pm you back.. If you ever need stuff sent from oz to the states just let me know..

 

Sure is mate.. great people and great advice and there is never a silly or stupid question.. Hope i can return the favor back..

 

Arron, The shock & linkage are in the mail.
I had to fill out my first ever customs form.
Oh & don't lough at my homemade box.

 

Thanks heaps again for helping me out.. Was it a old shoe or beer box?

 

LOL you will see.

 

sweet.. I sent a stock can in a couple of beer boxes taped together

 

Hey smalls I just read all the way through that link and there is no way I'm doing that job.. It would do my head in bad.. Pulling it down would not be hard just doing the rest is another story.. Thanks for the link

 

Honestly dude, it really isn't that bad. If you are able to set the time aside to do it then you will be just fine. If you get stuck, stop what you are doing and just ask questions.

 

I don't think I have the time.. I work 6 days a week at 2 jobs and only get Sunday's off..

 

Oh, in that case then you are probably better off just having a shop do it. Keep in mind that when you drop the bike off, it needs to sit for like 24 hours depending on the temp outside so that everything can cool down.