How to remove stuck fork cap?
Take a large socket smaller than the cap with about a 3/16 lip all the way around. Lay it right on top of the cap, give it a good wack with a hammer and then it will spin right off.
How much fork oil for VTX 1800?
A few ounces of your preferred fork oil (10W is recommended). One quart will do several bikes.
What to use to replace front fork on Honda VTX?
A few ounces of your preferred fork oil (10W is recommended). One quart will do several bikes. Honda fork spring tool OEM part# 07VMA-MZ0010A – available from any dealer or ask to borrow one on the forums. You can also see how to make your own on my tools page.
What’s the best way to replace a fork?
Remove the brake calipers, fender, front wheel and any other hanging cables. Disassemble the fork. Loosen the bolts further and pull downward on the fork while twisting. Remove the fork cap carefully. Because it is spring loaded, be careful not to stand in the way of the cap as you remove it.
How do you replace a fork seal on a motorcycle?
Use these steps to replace your fork seals. Prepare the motorcycle for maintenance. Loosen the 2 bolts that secure the fork legs to the frame and the caps upon each leg. Then loosen the brake caliper bolts and the whole front axle of the bike. Put the bike in gear and chock the rear wheel. Raise the front wheel off the ground as far as needed.
What kind of springs do you use on a Honda VTX?
You can see above that you can choose to run Progressive 11-1520 fork springs made for the VTX or Progressive 11-1521 fork springs made for the Goldwing. Here are some of the differences between the 2 types, depending on your riding style and the looks you want from the bike. Hopefully this will help you make an informed decision.
A few ounces of your preferred fork oil (10W is recommended). One quart will do several bikes. Honda fork spring tool OEM part# 07VMA-MZ0010A – available from any dealer or ask to borrow one on the forums. You can also see how to make your own on my tools page.
You can see above that you can choose to run Progressive 11-1520 fork springs made for the VTX or Progressive 11-1521 fork springs made for the Goldwing. Here are some of the differences between the 2 types, depending on your riding style and the looks you want from the bike. Hopefully this will help you make an informed decision.
Which is better shocks or Stockers on a Honda VTX?
Both shocks will give you a much improved ride over the stockers. They provide a stiffer ride (in a good way), prevent front end dive or “see-saw” type action when braking, and give an all around firm feel to the front end. It’s hard to explain what a vast difference this makes in the handling.