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Are fork seals easy to change?

Fortunately, fork-seal replacement is generally uncomplicated. As always, the task is easier if you get your tools and supplies ready. You’ll need whatever tools are necessary to remove the fork tubes from the bike, plus a hex socket to fit the socket-head bolt securing damping rod or cartridge.

Is it safe to ride a motorcycle with leaking fork seals?

You should notride with a bad fork seal for many reasons, safety being number one. A bad fork seal could leak oil onto your brake calipers, resulting in trouble decelerating and stopping the bike. That, plus poor shock absorption and an unbalanced ride makes a leaky fork seal dangerous to ride on.

What tools do you need to change fork seals?

Be sure you have the proper tools and a clean work space before you begin. Specialty suspension tools are readily available online.

  1. 47mm ProX fork seal kit.
  2. Torque wrench (recommended from a reputable company for accuracy)
  3. Socket wrench (3/8 drive)
  4. 8mm socket or 8mm T-handle wrench.
  5. 10mm socket or 10mm T-handle wrench.

How do you remove old fork seals?

How do I change the fork seals on my motorcycle?

  1. Step 1: Wind off the spring preload and screw down the rebound adjuster.
  2. Step 2: Loosen the top caps.
  3. Step 3: Remove the forks.
  4. Step 4: Remove the bottom bolt.
  5. Step 5: Drain the old oil.
  6. Step 6: Remove the dust seal.
  7. Step 7: Remove the snap ring.

What tools do I need to replace fork seals?

Be sure you have the proper tools and a clean work space before you begin. Specialty suspension tools are readily available online.

  • 47mm ProX fork seal kit.
  • Torque wrench (recommended from a reputable company for accuracy)
  • Socket wrench (3/8 drive)
  • 8mm socket or 8mm T-handle wrench.
  • 10mm socket or 10mm T-handle wrench.

How much does it cost to replace motorcycle fork seals?

Cost: $150 – $400 Motorcycle shops and dealers costs vary greatly depending upon where you live geographically but from the feedback we hear from our customers is they were quoted as low as $150 and as high as $400 to have a shop fully remove the forks and replace the fork seals.

Will fork seals fail MOT?

Yes, it’ll fail the mot.