Why is my front fork leaking oil?
Fork seals leak from normal wear and tear, age, and debris getting into the seals. 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 you first notice the leak is the best time to take immediate action.
Is it normal for fork oil to leak?
What’s the best way to replace a fork seal?
Reassemble the fork by replacing the damping rod inside the fork, and putting the clip and dust seal back on the fork. Pour new oil into the fork, reinstall the spring and screw on the fork cap, and tighten the bolts. Repeat disassembling and reassembling the fork on the second fork leg.
How to remove dust seal from fork leg?
1 Wedge the dust seal from the fork leg. 2 Find the fork seal itself. It is held into place by a clip within a groove. 3 Pry the seal out carefully. 4 Flush the area as you go to remove debris within the fork. 5 Take the tube in 1 hand and the stanchion in the other. Use muscle to pull the 2 apart. …
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.
When to replace Fork seals, oil and bushes?
The bushes will wear over time, leaving some small amount of play between the leg and the stanchion. Realistically though, you’ll see the fork seals fail first, and if you’re replacing those, you might as well replace the bushes too, especially as they have to come out to get the seal out.
Is there a way to fix a leaking Fork seal?
Seal Mate has been fixing leaking fork seals on all types of dirt bikes and street bikes for over two decades. Many motorcycle shops charge hundreds to replace your fork seals. With this simple and easy to use tool you can fix your leaking fork seals for a fraction of the price!
How to replace a fork seal with seal mate?
Seal Mate Is Simple Anyone Can Do It! 1 Step 1) Remove Dust Seal Pry down the dust seal and clean the fork tube to make sure no debris gets pushed into the oil… 2 Step 2) Insert Seal Mate & Rotate Gently insert the Seal Mate tool into the fork to push it past the oil seal typically… 3 Step 3) Replace Dust Seal More
What’s the best way to repair a front fork?
If you have to put the the fork and bushing in first, before the seal, things are a bit more fun. The bushings are a semi-tight fit, so you will need to gently and carefully tap the bushing in with a flat punch. Tap at one spot, then shift 180 degrees and tap again. Keep working your way around the bush or seal. Take your time.
How much does it cost to replace Fork seals on dirt bike?
Seal Mate is a tool designed to fix leaking fork seals, on any dirt bike or street bike (See our full list of compatible bikes here). Many motorcycle shops can charge upwards of $300 to replace your fork seals, in most cases your fork seals are leaking due to dirt and debris stuck between the seals.