Ohlins FGR 800 Discontinued Forks on a V4R

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Are Discontinued Ohlins FGR 800 Forks better than Stock V4R Ohlins Forks (Hard Riding on the Street)

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Everyone, please tell me is there a negative issue with putting FGR 800 Forks on a V4R? I know the FGR 800s are discontinued, but can I still use them on this new bike?

How much better over stock would the FGR 800s be?

Is there a reason I need to get FGR 300 instead.
 

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May not matter. What pace do you run on your local track?
I'm a fast pace street rider, but I push the bike a Lot. I thought maybe, I'd get more feedback with better forks.

I wasn't planning on tracking this bike. I track a R1.
 
They are generic forks, you will need custom triple clamps and axle. The valving is similar on the fgr800 but better quality and they are more higher polished to reduce stiction.
 
Look at how close the Ducati tester got to wsbk times on the stock v4s. It's laughable to suggest that you are going at a speed on the road that needs these forks. If you just want them because they look cool and will make you feel better that's a different thing entirely.
 
Look at how close the Ducati tester got to wsbk times on the stock v4s. It's laughable to suggest that you are going at a speed on the road that needs these forks. If you just want them because they look cool and will make you feel better that's a different thing entirely.
Truthfully, any speed I go above 1st gear is illegal on the bike anyway. You know this just like I do. When I push the bike on the street a little more confidence doesn't hurt. The roads in the Chicagoland/NW Indiana area haven't gotten better in the last 20 years either.

The look doesn't matter, I was just wondering if it would give me better feel. We don't have Tail of the Dragon roads here. So I don't know how "laughable" fast on the street is, but you know it is definitely more dangerous than on the track.

I was asking you guys because I know you were more educated on the subject.

I know I'm not the only rider on here that does extreme speed on the street and likes to lean on the street when possible.
 
They are generic forks, you will need custom triple clamps and axle. The valving is similar on the fgr800 but better quality and they are more higher polished to reduce stiction.
Bruce, won't the stock axle work on the Forks, since the stock one is being used on a Ohlins set of forks anyway.

Also, how's the Bat Bike?
 
Save your money. Won't make any difference. I purchased my fgrt203's purely for looks. My base forks on my 1199 were fine but they were ugly. You already have better looking ohlins forks and as it's already been mentioned, you won't notice an obvious difference. Maybe sag settings, rebound/compression adjustments, spring rate might make enough of a difference for you.
 
Everyone, please tell me is there a negative issue with putting FGR 800 Forks on a V4R? I know the FGR 800s are discontinued, but can I still use them on this new bike?

How much better over stock would the FGR 800s be?

Is there a reason I need to get FGR 300 instead.
May be I can give you some perspective on this. Do forks make a difference. Absolutely. I have never felt the need to change out the Ohlins on my street bike. Now my race bike for example. For two years I used the K-tech cartridge kit. Not cheap by any means. And I noticed a massive difference. Keep in mind this is race pace. Which by no possible measure is close to street fast.

Let me explain that last sentence a bit. And I am in no way trying to come off rude. At race pace the factors are so much different than fast street pace. There is just no possible way to generate the heat in the tire or the oil in the front forks on the street to get to a point that you would feel the benefits of a high end kit. For 2020. I made the crazy decision to get a set of Mupo Superbike forks. These fork require. Custom triple trees, custom spacers, custom caliper spacer and a person that understands fork tuning to get the most out of them. Did I notice a difference? HELL YEAH I did, but that was at near qualify testing pace.

My advice. Spend that extra money on great gear and maybe some track days. Learn how that stock front end works and the limits of it. And then you may be ready to say "Screw this fast street stuff I want that mad ass track speed!"

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Save your money. Won't make any difference. I purchased my fgrt203's purely for looks. My base forks on my 1199 were fine but they were ugly. You already have better looking ohlins forks and as it's already been mentioned, you won't notice an obvious difference. Maybe sag settings, rebound/compression adjustments, spring rate might make enough of a difference for you.
Thanks Man! I appreciate the advice. I like the white and blue look you have.
 
You mentioned feel. I suggest finding a suspension tech to dial your setup correctly. It takes time, but trust me you will find what you're looking for after a few run and clicks. If your not happy after the change....try springs/oil, and if that doesn't work then figure out your riding style, and fine tune your bikes characteristic. Over compensating for a feel your not sure about, makes no sense if you don't know what feel you want felt(LOL). Playing with the geometry of the bike will also help(fork height, rear shock turns, tire pressure, etc).
 
Bruce, won't the stock axle work on the Forks, since the stock one is being used on a Ohlins set of forks anyway.

Also, how's the Bat Bike?
Ihve a set of fgr300
Bruce, won't the stock axle work on the Forks, since the stock one is being used on a Ohlins set of forks anyway.

Also, how's the Bat Bike?
I have a set of fgr300 on my v4 and had to make new axle and triple clamps
 

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You mentioned feel. I suggest finding a suspension tech to dial your setup correctly. It takes time, but trust me you will find what you're looking for after a few run and clicks. If your not happy after the change....try springs/oil, and if that doesn't work then figure out your riding style, and fine tune your bikes characteristic. Over compensating for a feel your not sure about, makes no sense if you don't know what feel you want felt(LOL). Playing with the geometry of the bike will also help(fork height, rear shock turns, tire pressure, etc).
Thanks a million man. I don't have the knowledge that many of you have for the suspension set up. I appreciate you guys being willing to help and share advice.
 
Ihve a set of fgr300

I have a set of fgr300 on my v4 and had to make new axle and triple clamps
You made the axle and triple clamps for it? You fabricated them? If so, how much would you charge for a duplicate of both?

Also, did the brackets that you had for the front fender were they sufficient or did you have to use different brackets too?

Is that an aftermarket radiator for the V4? If so, does it help with cooling it down. The V4R seems to run warm. Extra cooling couldn't hurt. What brand are you running and what kind of fluid?

Lastly, those are some nice motorcycle stands. What brand are those?
 
You made the axle and triple clamps for it? You fabricated them? If so, how much would you charge for a duplicate of both?

Also, did the brackets that you had for the front fender were they sufficient or did you have to use different brackets too?

Is that an aftermarket radiator for the V4? If so, does it help with cooling it down. The V4R seems to run warm. Extra cooling couldn't hurt. What brand are you running and what kind of fluid?

Lastly, those are some nice motorcycle stands. What brand are those?
Ihve a set of fgr300

I have a set of fgr300 on my v4 and had to make new axle and triple clamps
Ihve a set of fgr300

I have a set of fgr300 on my v4 and had to make new axle and triple clamps
Bruce, I saw the radiator was an H20. I messaged them about it. What's the cost? Will it change cooling for street riding? Worth a switch?
 
Bruce, won't the stock axle work on the Forks, since the stock one is being used on a Ohlins set of forks anyway.

Also, how's the Bat Bike?
Also the forks are 740mm and are way too long
You made the axle and triple clamps for it? You fabricated them? If so, how much would you charge for a duplicate of both?

Also, did the brackets that you had for the front fender were they sufficient or did you have to use different brackets too?

Is that an aftermarket radiator for the V4? If so, does it help with cooling it down. The V4R seems to run warm. Extra cooling couldn't hurt. What brand are you running and what kind of fluid?

Lastly, those are some nice motorcycle stands. What brand are those?
H20 radiator, cost me $4500usd not sure if can run on street bike mine is track only, but cant see why not. Tripple clamps are evol technology in the us, i have made my own axle and fender brackets, i had to make a sensor mount too for front sensor. Stands are dynamoto
 

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