F850GS Adjustable Front Suspension Installation | Tractive Fork Cartridge Installation

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F850GS Adjustable front suspension? YES!
In this video I show how to install the Tractive AND/OR Touratech Front Fork Cartridge in the BMW F850GS. It is the same cartridge with different branding.
Suspension is important, so make sure you have a qualified mechanic install it for you.
This front fork cartridge for the F850GS is like night and day over stock.
NOTE: ALL TORQUE VALUES ARE ACCURATE AS OF 4/22. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR SHOP MANUAL AND MAKE SURE THEY ARE STILL ACCURATE.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:35 Tools You'll Need
1:04 Removing the OEM Fork Leg
3:17 Fork Leg Prep for Fork Cartridge
4:19 Fork Cartridge Prep
5:15 Filling Fork with Oil
6:01 Assembling the Fork
6:48 Reset Damping
7:08 Reinstalling on The F850GS
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@richardraz6401 2 жыл бұрын

So well done. Thanks for doing this--it'll help 850 owners for years to come.

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the compliment, much appreciated 👍

@luisojea Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I just think very much like you about all around the 850 gs/gsa, I just bought a 2018 gs with only 4300 miles on it, just as out of the shop, I want to do everything myself.

@davidcarter6737 2 жыл бұрын

Great production value on your video, and I like the idea of the bicycle stand. This job is on my to do list, as I've only heard good reviews on what it does for the bike. Just have to come up with the funds. Many thanks.

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate that. Quick impressions are very positive, looking forward to really testing this out soon.

@erniechapman3899 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this option help me decide on which motorcycle I will buy. Looked at Tiger 900 GT PRO and Rally, and KTM 890 R, Honda, a Yamaha and even the BMW 1250. Now that I know I can put a front fork adjustment on the 850 GS, I'm planning on getting the 2023 850 GS with low suspension being a short rider.

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.. so many great bikes to choose from! Enjoy your new bike 👍

@davepyer 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I fitted the Touratech cartridge (made by Tractive I believe) last month and it makes a big difference to the ride, especially brake dive. Thanks for posting. 😉👍

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yeah, that's how I understand it too, they're both the same cartridge, just branded differently. Thanks for watching.

@mohazizmohamed8146 2 жыл бұрын

Is it suitable also for F800s?

@davefournier7135 Жыл бұрын

Checking in to see how you like the shock. Great maint videos. I use them all the time.

@MotoTravelUSA Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the compliment, glad they're helpful. I really like the shock and feel it was totally worth the money. Rode MABDR last year without it and this year with it and it felt so much better. Dialed in for me and the gear really makes it feels more planted and better maneuvering.

@davefournier7135 Жыл бұрын

@@MotoTravelUSA just started getting into this “dirt” nonsense and really enjoy your videos. Clear and concise. Plan on running the MABDR next year. Maybe we will run into each other. Best wishes.

@alvarosolis7837 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for sharing! Let us know how the suspension works

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. 👍I'll keep you updated on how they are for sure. First impressions are night and day difference between stock, with no front end dive when braking. Testing off road on a long trip shortly. Appreciate the comments

@richjones859 2 жыл бұрын

Was a game changer for mine before I traded in for 1250 rallye. 850 great but radiators mounts are a Achilles heel. Cracked two radiators in my 21,000 miles on it. Not the only one either, common thing in Colorado.

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

That's crazy, I did see someone else mentioned the radiator and check that often. Luckily I haven't had that issue 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞best of luck and safe travels with the 1250, it's a beaut

@AlexEllwein 10 ай бұрын

Nice tutorial! Does the fork kit also fit to F850 GSA?

@davereinhart9933 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! I think I will get the same cartridge. I may let someone else put it in. That looks like major surgery to am amateur like me.

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated ✌️quick impressions are very positive and the front feels much more planted on pavement. Testing off road soon. Good luck on your future upgrade.

@guestappearance3211 Жыл бұрын

How do you find forks now for comfort, ie road riding on bumpy roads, potholes, sharp edges, are they still plush enough for comfirt

@guestappearance3211 Жыл бұрын

How do you find forks now for comfort, ie road riding on bumpy roads, potholes, sharp edges, are they still plush enough for comfort

@LGAH29 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for video. I’ve been thinking of getting the TouraTech fork. Had you considered this one? Obviously your happy with the Tractive you have, I’m not aware it’s available here in OZ

@MotoTravelUSA 2 жыл бұрын

As far as I understand touratech And the tractive fork are the same, except for the branding. It makes a world of difference to the front end.

@suppersready4you Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video I am sellimg my 21' RT and I'll be buying a 850 soon and I'll definetely add this front springs to the bike, then it should be very close to a perfect bike wright? LoL Ride safe *could you pls share a link to get the cartridges Thanks again

@MotoTravelUSA Жыл бұрын

Here are US links, they'll have them at other places worldwide. Beemershop www.beemershop.com/product/bmw-f850gs-fork-cartridge-kit-one-leg-tractive-suspension.html Touratech touratech-usa.com/store/Touratech-Fork-Cartridge-Conversion-BMW-F850GS-Adventure

@suppersready4you Жыл бұрын

@@MotoTravelUSA Thanks a lot!

@thomasfinch5605 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Great video! I'm using it to replace my fork cartridge. I'm having difficulty removing the bolt from the bottom of the fork. Mine just seems to spin but won't break free. Any thoughts?

@MotoTravelUSA Жыл бұрын

If I remember correctly make sure the fork tube is held in tightly with the triple tree or the entire thing will spin. Good luck!

@thomasfinch5605 Жыл бұрын

@@MotoTravelUSA the fork tube itself doesn't spin but the inner cartridge does. I have the leg disassembled with the spring and guides out and I can look in to see the stock damper assembly turning when I turn the bolt. At the bottom of your fork leg, was the stock damper assembly fixed in rotation by flats on the damper assembly? I see flats on the new cartridge... Also was there loctite on the bottom bolt when you removed it? Thanks!

@thomasfinch5605 Жыл бұрын

Ended up jamming a pine yard stick down the leg to wedge the cartridge on two sides. Bolt spun right off lol

@Vwisky Жыл бұрын

would this suspension fit the f 800 gs 2014 ?

@MotoTravelUSA Жыл бұрын

No there's a separate one for that which might be the link, but just double check for your bike tractivesuspension.com/shop/motorcycle/bmw/f800-gs-2013-2018-bmw/x-treme-2/