Has anyone lowered the stock forks on an XS400? I have an 81 and am interested in cutting the springs or inserting a spacer into the tubes. I cannot however figure out 1) how to open the damn things and 2) which method to follow.

Any help always appreciated.

Thanks

just slide the stantions through the top clamps.

the bike will get twitchy as you have altered the steering geometry.

shortening the forks via the springs will bottom out the forks and make for an uncomfortable ride!