How much does it cost to rebuild fork seals?
Approximate Total Cost: $50 – $200 + 3-6 Hours of work If your relatively handy and feel up to the task of replacing your own fork seals than this is what you would be looking to spend in both time and parts cost.
Why do fork seals fail?
Fork seals leak from normal wear and tear, age, and debris getting into the seals. Imperfections and nicks in the chrome can also make your fork seals leak. However, the majority of the time your fork seals are leaking it’s simply because debris is caught in the seal holding it open and allowing fork oil to sneak by.
When do you need to replace a fork seal?
Each tube requires a seal to keep the oil of the interior of the tube from leaking out. Fork seals should be replaced as soon as leaking oil is noticed. If the seal is left unchanged, the oil could leak onto the brake pads and ruin your motorcycle or you could run out of oil completely and ruin your motorcycle.
How do you remove dust seal from Fork?
Wedge the dust seal from the fork leg. Find the fork seal itself. It is held into place by a clip within a groove. Pry the seal out carefully. Flush the area as you go to remove debris within the fork. Take the tube in 1 hand and the stanchion in the other. Use muscle to pull the 2 apart. You will see the seal coming out of hiding as you do this.
Why does oil leak out of the fork seal?
That’s because many modern forks are upside-down. Because of that, the reservoir holding the fork oil is entirely above the seal, rather than below it as in a conventional setup. What that means is that a) gravity is helping your leak move faster, even when the bike is parked and b) it’s more likely to contaminate your brake pads.
What should I do if my fork has a hole in it?
Clean the fork leg and inspect it for damage. Wipe both halves of the tube thoroughly with a microfiber cloth to remove dirt, debris, and lingering traces of oil. If you come across any burs or nicks on the surface of either half of the tube, go over them with a sheet of 600-grit wet/dry sandpaper to smooth them out.
Which is the best tool to fix Fork seals?
The Seal Mate Tool is the only tool on the market engineered to fix your leaking fork seals. Works with almost every kind of motorcycle, dirt bike, and even mountain bikes (Regular and Inverted Fork Suspensions). In less than 5 minutes and $5, you can reseal your leaking fork seals without the hassle of removing and disassembling your forks.
Can a seal mate fix a leaking Fork seal?
Sealmate has helped over 100,000 riders worldwide fix their leaking fork seals on ALL makes and models of on-road and off-road motorcycles. Over 100,000 Motorcycles Fixed Worldwide!
How much does it cost to fix a leaking Fork seal?
Many motorcycle shops will charge an upwards of $300 to replace your fork seals. However, with the Seal Mate tool you can now fix your leaking fork seals for less than $5!
Wedge the dust seal from the fork leg. Find the fork seal itself. It is held into place by a clip within a groove. Pry the seal out carefully. Flush the area as you go to remove debris within the fork. Take the tube in 1 hand and the stanchion in the other. Use muscle to pull the 2 apart. You will see the seal coming out of hiding as you do this.