The tool I have for spring replacement is a similar idea but has a loop for the hand hold. The one you show would be easier on the hands for sure! The spring set on the ST4s (one inside the other) are the strongest springs I have ever had to fight and by a significant amount too. And the fact that has a pair of spring hooks to hook up at the same time agravates the issue. Even when using the parachute cord and a cross bar as a pull handle, I couldn't quite get it stretched out long enough. And even if I could, you still need to free up your hands to work the spring hooks over the attachment point.
In dealing with springs on my olde BritBikes, never had the same issue. On those I've used the hook and also used the "pennies between the spring loops" to attach springs before and they were always single springs...this Duc spring waqs something else!
I didn't get the conversion quite done yet. It got too cold to work in the garage and then had to head for the rig. As soon as I get it hooked up and fooled with a bit, I'll give y'all some feed back. Doing this also helped me get some insight as to getting the bike nekkid. The 900SS/CR sure is easy! <LOL> Looking at all the junque in the way of the engine access for either doing the valves or even doing the belts, it won't be as easy as the 900SS either. It will be interesting to say the least!
Gotta get busy again!
Hopper
From: Jack Ward <jaxn51@gmail.com>
To: st2_owners@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, February 6, 2011 11:05:53 AM
Subject: Re: [DucatiST] There's an echo in here......
I use the predecessor to this tool. http://tinyurl.com/48vaz8p
It is one of the most useful tools I own, so I have one at work and one at home. It is invaluable for replacing springs on stands and exhaust systems. Never had a problem using it for any spring on a motorcycle.
Good to hear you got the ride height straightened out.
Now, my question for you is: What are your feelings about the fairing conversion to the Dzus fasteners? Inquiring minds want to know.
On Sun, Feb 6, 2011 at 10:12 AM, HOPPER ELDRIDGE <hoppereldridge@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
Hey Jack...Haven't done any riding since the weather has sucked so figured I'd dig into the ST. I'm on the rig right now but before coming out did a bit of work on the St4s...putting on Dzus fasteners with the DesmoTimes steel band, adjusted the ride height (thanx!), checked chain alignment, etc. Was waiting on my order for brake pads and belts to come in but got called out on the job so they should be waiting for me when I get back home. Been without water here on the rig until last night so glad warm weather is back for a bit.Oh, got the center stand springs in from Lee, the guy I bought the bike from...geez they're STRONG! Tried a doubled up parachute cord and a lever to try to strecth the springs and the cord broke. So I then pulled out my come-a-long and hooked it to the bottom frame rail of the Handy Lift and then to a "spring hook" and eventually got it stretched out and hooked onto the swing arm. Of course I had on a flak jacket, kevlar helmet and face shield while doing this! <LOL> It was straightening out the handle loop of the spring hook and the hook end was bent a bit. Be curious as to how the factory does it...and how many injuries they have from this operation! I sure won't be taking off the center stand any time soon!Guess that's about it for now...HopperSent: Sun, February 6, 2011 8:37:05 AM
Subject: [DucatiST] There's an echo in here......
Is anyone there? Sure is quiet.
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Jack Ward
'00 ST4 Ducati (New Street)
'00 ST2 Ducati (Street)
'97 748 Ducati (Race) WSMC #383, AHRMA #283
'92 750ss Ducati (Restoration Project)
'63 H-D Panhead (Old Ratbike)
Now in Woodstock, GA, USA
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Jack Ward
'00 ST4 Ducati (New Street)
'00 ST2 Ducati (Street)
'97 748 Ducati (Race) WSMC #383, AHRMA #283
'92 750ss Ducati (Restoration Project)
'63 H-D Panhead (Old Ratbike)
Now in Woodstock, GA, USA
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