How long does it take to rebuild a fork?
Rebuild forks using Motul oil. Turn around time for a general service is around ten days although during busy times it can be more. Rebuild and service forks: £118.99 We also supply replacement aftermarket forks from the following manufacturers: Bike lowering done correctly! Want a different bike but scared you won’t be able to reach the floor?
Can a fork be rechromed on a scooter?
More often than not, a pitted or scored stanchion will cause the fork oil seal to tear and then leak, which is never a good thing! Scooter or sports bike, we can rechrome all motorcycle fork stanchions. . Regardless of the diameter of the stanchions or if they are from upside-down or conventional forks, we can rechrome them.
Why are the stanchions on my motorcycle fork pitted?
Pitted, scored and damaged stanchions is a problem that affects all motorcycle forks, regardless of age, type or manufacturer. It’s caused by various factors, including poor maintenance and cleanliness, storage in damp environments and worn internal fork components.
What can I do with my old fork stanchions?
If you’re restoring a classic 50 year old motorcycle or have a modern bike with leaking fork oil seals, we can take your pitted, scored and damaged fork stanchions and restore them. We use an industrial hard chrome process that guarantees a high quality, durable and long lasting finish.
Can you repair a fork tube on a vintage motorcycle?
If replacement fork tubes for Vintage motorcycles are not available it is often possible to repair them. If damage is limited to worn chrome, rust, minor pitting and the Fork Tube is not badly bent repair is an option.
What kind of suspension should I use on a vintage Fork?
Hard Anodizing is strongly recommended for Vintage and Classic Forks! Hard Anodizing is a coating used on modern forks that can be applied to most fork sliders to reduce friction and wear. The outward appearance is a matte black look similar to black late model fork. This process is also available for shock bodies provided the shock is rebuildable.
Why is my fork not coming out of my bike?
If the leg does not want to come out and you have the bolt and circlip out, the problem is a bushing under the fork seal. Push the fork leg in and then pull it out sharply. You may have to do this several times. This will slowly work the seal and bushing out of the fork leg.
How long do front forks last on a motorcycle?
This will cover about 85 % of the forks out there. While there can be a fair number of moving parts lurking inside a fork, they seem to have a very long life… except for the seals. Barring accident damage, seals are what go out first.