buying gtr1400 2009 Reg

[Bryn]

Dealer should know by the registration number if the recalls have been done.... my recall on the back calliper hadn't been done when I got it......they put that right while I waited 

[pross]

thanks for that Bryn much appreciated.

[Lonewolf]

Some may argue that the pre 2010 model is more robust that its revised edition. I don't know of any preload shock adjusters which seized on a 2007-2009 model, the flies can be removed in the older models, can they in the newer models?

Having had both I do prefer the newer model however I kid you not it is a pain in the arse constantly (weekly) manipulating the shock adjuster through its range simply to keep it free from seizure.

I never had any issues with my old GTR and yet I've had an unexpectedly high number of warranty claims with the new one.

Either way, good to have you on board & I'm sure you'll love the new bike.

[Ant]

Hey Wolf,

After freeing mine off in July with shed loads of WD, i filled the gap between the adjuster and knob with grease, forcing it up between the 2, cleaned off any visible grease. 8k miles later, without adjustment id thought I would check the 'bodge' in October. Turned in and out with ease so I was well pleased.
I guess a little cover, like the shock tubes you can get would work just as well....worth a try..

[Winston Smith]

Hey Wolf,

After freeing mine off in July with shed loads of WD, i filled the gap between the adjuster and knob with grease, forcing it up between the 2, cleaned off any visible grease. 8k miles later, without adjustment id thought I would check the 'bodge' in October. Turned in and out with ease so I was well pleased.
I guess a little cover, like the shock tubes you can get would work just as well....worth a try..

Is it worth it Steve?

[Rusty]

Hello Pross and Welcome .... Happy New Year too. THis place is great and as you can see .. plenty of friendly help and advice !

[Ant]

Is it worth it Steve?

Whats that ??   being nosey..

[O.C.]

Is it worth it Steve?

 

[Bryn]

Took my 2009 rear adjuster to bits as it was getting stiff,  cleaned the rust off the the thread and packed it with castrol LM grease..used a bit of cycle inner tube as a sleeve over the body, sits just below the adjuster knob.. Now its easy to turn 

[Lonewolf]

There was never an issue with the pre 2010 adjusters that I can recall. However, still doesn't do any harm to show a bit of TLC and look after them.

[Bryn]

There was never an issue with the pre 2010 adjusters that I recall

There was with mine ....so stiff I had a job turning it

[Lonewolf]

There was with mine ....so stiff I had a job turning it

Then I stand corrected. 

[pross]

Thanks to all for your imput and advice . It's worth its weight in gold the knowledge of owners like yourselves once again thanks for your help.
Regards pross.

[pistole]

no no. the Old adjusters were jamming also. There is a vid on youtube about how they can be disassembled and lubed.

The new style adjusters cannot be opened up.

as mentioned above : soak in oil , and use a rubber/plastic sleeve. No issues after that. Mine was replaced under warranty once (entire preload adjuster & shock) and promptly jammed again.

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[Lonewolf]

I don't recall EVER doing any maintenance on the old GTR's shock adjuster and yet I never had any issues with it. I guess I was just extremely lucky then.