1098s Ohlins Front Forks

Discussion in 'Builds & Projects' started by KevK, Apr 12, 2016.

  1. Have just found a hairline crack near the pinch bolts on one of the clamps (right side) that connects the forks to the axle. Spoke to local dealer and been told that the clamps are not supplied as a separate part even though they screw on to the fork legs and therefore need a new Ohlins fork - £1,700 ea. :-(

    Anyone got any ideas where I can get my hands on a clamp or a cheap fork ?? Just been looking on eBay and there's a used pair of forks from the US for c£1,000 which might be worth a go - thoughts ??
     
  2. what bike?
     
  3. 1098S
     
  4. I might be wrong but think i remember a warranty recall on ohlins cracks as described.
     
  5. Maybe worth getting a part machined up.
     
  6. Cheers for the advice all - looks like there was a recall for this problem but struggling to confirm whether my bike is covered. The frame number is not included in the range listed on the Department for Transport - GOV.UK site so waiting to here back from Ducati - fingers crossed it will be :grimacing:
    Cant believe that Ducati can refuse to rectify the issue given that it is a known fault with this component but will have to wait for confirmation.
     
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