Is replacing fork seals hard?
Replacing your fork seals is an easy enough job if you know a few tricks. The first step to any DIY job is to do a little research and get all the parts you’ll need for the job. You’ll at least need the new seals and fork oil but should also consider wipers, bushings and any seals or o-rings for the caps.
How often do fork seals need replacing?
Replace Fork Seals Fork seals should be replaced after 40 hours of riding or two years if you don’t ride very often. Even if you regularly clean the seals, they wear out eventually and leak no matter what you do to keep a tight seal.
How much does it cost to get dirt bike forks rebuilt?
Approximate 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 seals.
Can I ride with a leaking fork seal?
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.
How long should motorcycle fork seals last?
While every two years would be ideal, assuming they have no problems, every three to four years (unless you’re on track or riding an awful lot) should be fine.
How much does it cost to service motorcycle forks?
Forks*
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Replace fork seals/oil (on bike) | From $260 + parts |
| Replace fork seals/oil (loose forks) | From $195 + parts |
| Replace springs & new spacers (loose) | From $260 inc parts |
| Re valve & re spring forks (on bike) | From $580 inc parts |
Can you ride with leaky fork seals?