Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
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Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
23 Jul 2015 12:52
Hey all;
Went to take the KZ out the other day, and there was a pool of fluid around the front of the bike and front was just super springy.
About 2 years ago, I had the front forks rebuilt with new seals from a reputable bike shop and have about 2,000 miles on them. I know they shouldn't be leaking already. But I pulled the dust boots and the one is soaked.
So question... is there a way to fix this without doing all new seals and having to take it all apart? Or anything I can do or try to help figure this out? Don't want to take the whole thing apart and start from scratch again. Thanks.
Went to take the KZ out the other day, and there was a pool of fluid around the front of the bike and front was just super springy.
About 2 years ago, I had the front forks rebuilt with new seals from a reputable bike shop and have about 2,000 miles on them. I know they shouldn't be leaking already. But I pulled the dust boots and the one is soaked.
So question... is there a way to fix this without doing all new seals and having to take it all apart? Or anything I can do or try to help figure this out? Don't want to take the whole thing apart and start from scratch again. Thanks.
/Dave
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2013 Chevy Sonic LT 1.4L Turbo
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Re: Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
23 Jul 2015 12:55
Sorry, no magic fix. Forks bent?
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Re: Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
23 Jul 2015 13:45
Magic fix??
sealmate.net/
Never used it so I cant say yea or nay.Make up your own mind.
As for the old seal,maybe you got a bit of dirt into it or theres a pit in the chrome.Maybe it wasnt fitted properly,you never know. These things happen. I would check the chrome,if alls well put new seals in. Its not a big job and not expensive.
Good luck
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Never used it so I cant say yea or nay.Make up your own mind.
As for the old seal,maybe you got a bit of dirt into it or theres a pit in the chrome.Maybe it wasnt fitted properly,you never know. These things happen. I would check the chrome,if alls well put new seals in. Its not a big job and not expensive.
Good luck
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Re: Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
23 Jul 2015 15:24
U sure it leaking from between seal and tube.
U are supposed to install a non Harding sealant between fork tube and seal before installing the seal.
A mistake 90% of people do.
U are supposed to install a non Harding sealant between fork tube and seal before installing the seal.
A mistake 90% of people do.
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1982 GS1000sz Katana ( # 297....7100k Miles)
1978 Kz1000 Z1R. 10K Miles1
1978 kz1000 z1r 27k miles
1977 KZ 1000 A ( Project ) 54K Miles
1976 Kz900A4 (Red)21K miles
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Re: Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
23 Jul 2015 20:48
They probably used generic parts, including seals. It seems like a seal should be easy to make for an aftermarket part, but they never last long. Replacing the seals is not a bad job really. A couple hours, maybe a little more. Use factory seals and they will last a good long time.
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Re: Fork seals leaked - 2 years old
24 Jul 2015 05:38
I also recommend using Kawasaki brand fork seals on your nice bike.
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