How do you remove a seal from a fork?
Free the damper rod by inserting a tool into the cavity to reach it. Memorize the assembly of the fork’s springs, washers and spacers for easy re-installation later. Remove the old seal. 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.
How do you replace a fork seal in RevZilla?
RevZilla photo. It’s easy to do. Cut off a chunk of 35mm film. Pop your dust boot up. Gently slide the film between the seal and the fork tube. Work it around the seal, up and down, until you get back to where you started.
Why do you need seals on your Fork?
Learn more… The fork of a motorcycle connects the main frame to the front wheel and axle. The fork is what allows riders to change direction and also helps in braking and suspension. The fork itself consists of two tubes. Each tube requires a seal to keep the oil of the interior of the tube from leaking out.
Can a fork seal be replaced on a dirt bike?
Sometimes, crap becomes lodged between the seal lip and the fork slider. (That’s why this tip used to be common knowledge among dirt riders.) Often, dislodging whatever detritus is trapped between the rubber seal and the fork tube is enough to allow the seal to once again lie against the inner slider. Abracadabra, good as new!
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.
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.
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.
How do you rebuild a Harley Davidson Fork?
All the parts needed to rebuild your forks are available as a kit from Harley and the aftermarket. Liberally coat all parts with fork oil before assembly. Expand lower fork leg bushing with a flat screwdriver and slip over the end of the fork tube. Install new wear ring in groove at top of damper tube.