Rob, that was great. I've watched at least half a. dozen videos on this. Yours was included the clearest instruction and the best camera work. Much appreciated!
Brother, that was a good one! You’re a comedic genius. When you said, “the top will be facing up…” on the seal… my girlfriend and I almost lost it laughing…
This video is great. I especially appreciate you going over all the necessary tools at the beginning. Not many DIY build channels do that. I literally stopped the video and ordered anything I didn't have off of Amazon, then played the video again. Super useful for my new fork tube/fork spring upgrade to my iron 883. It's pretty straightforward, but it's always good to watch videos like this to pick up tricks and tips. Thanks!
Many thanks for this outstanding step-by-step video...got a '92 XLH 1200 that's leaking pretty bad on one side. This guide will help me tremendously. Thank you again and keep up the great work!
Thank you for having good lighting and not having the camera mounted 45 feet away. I've watched about 10 vids, people pick up all parts at once, beat on and done. I have a box of parts therefore I don't know the order of parts. Great vid.
You'r brave not covering the fuel tank with a thick towel , If it was me I'd defiantly drop a spanner on the tank with horrible consequentness ! Best video I've seen on service. So well explained and fool proofed. Great job. With thanks.
Thanks for a great video, very helpful, started a youtube channel following my first bobber build, and I could not do it without great how-to videos like this,
Great video. Since everything is disassembled it would make sense to replace fork springs if desired and brake pads, especially if they were contaminated with leaking fork oil.
Hello, your video is very informative. My 2005 sportster front forks bottoms completely. It doesn't have any leaks, looks completely fine. Can I just take off fork caps, replace springs and oil from top ?? Thanks.
Very educational... I have a 2004 V-rod I want to install chrome lower sliders. Are they similar to this video ? Can I do it without removing the shocks from the bike? Seals have all been replaced so I dont intend to go that far.
Dude, such a good how-to. I'm gonna give it a whirl. Hopefully I don't completely fuck it up haha...I wish I could send in requests for each project I have!
I have a 2003 XLC, ( Seals NOT LEAKING! ) I was just going to change my Oil, Can I drain it by taking off the damper rod bolts, or should I just use the drain plugs? (I thought it might drain easier using the damper rod bolts) I have about 38,000 miles on the bike. Should I put some progressive springs in there, or should the factory ones be OK for a while? What weight oil should I use, 10W or is 15 better. I don't ride real aggressive. Or do you think at 38,000 I would need bushings.
Great fork service video, will be doing my '05 FXDL next weekend. Any trick of the trade or tip to help make the difficult task of getting that fork cap back on the tube a little easier???
In the process of replacing fork seals. I noticed my springs only stick out about a half inch. There was no pressure against the cap. Is that normal? Other than that it's been a pretty simple job. Great video makes the job so much easier.
I had my forks serviced by a shop about 6 months ago. I noticed a month later that there was plenty oil on the tubes from the seals area and also oil leaking from the tops of the forks where they meet the triple tree, was it a bad job or are my tubes shot?
Hello, I have Deuce lowers and need to take them off their current tubes and put them on a different set of tubes, would the process be the same as this?
The best how to video. Spent 4 hours looking for a good video. Question where do I place my lift underneath the bike? I dont have enough money for those fancy lifts.
We put the little lift under the lower frame rails. If it is an uneven surface, or the kickstand mount gets in the way you can use a block of wood on top of the lift.
After having done this procedure, I can say it's very difficult to remove the decorative chrome cap without damaging it. Just buy new ones before you start.
Great video, exactly what I was looking for as a refresher But....how do I know what it the correct amount of oil and weight for a custom application? +10 soft tail forks....any clue?
@@thedewdster Yes, I know that now. Unfortunately, you’d be surprised how many people (just like me) don’t know that. Oil is contained in the lower leg, and that has nothing to do with upper tube length.
My Softail heritage 93 says the washer needs to be with the flanged side facing up… does that mean the flat side must face down ? What’s the difference between facing it down or up it makes more sense to lay the flat side in the bed of the fork slider than the rounded side. Can anybody share some info into this ? Minute 11:20
You need to use the same amount of oil in each 8” over tube as you would in your stock set up. Just check your service manual for the proper amount and weight and apply it to your 8 over set up.
Great Video. Quick question: what is that thin metal string located inside the fork seal itself? And what is its function exactly? I realised my left fork was leaking (Ive recently replaced the seals) and when I opened the cap that string was broken...
That spring is the most important part of the seal, it helps pinch the seal around the tube with equal pressure. With that spring broken you probably had a pretty decent oil leak. If the rubber hasn't been damaged or isn't hard from being old, You might wipe the oil off the fork when parked and not see any more oil until after riding. If the seal rubber is old or damaged, you could wipe the oil off and 30mins later it's back, or over night it's visible on the ground.
@@GrigoriMalikim True, but I just happened to find out the hard way! :d It leaked a fair amount of oil, so I replaced it and its all well and dry atm. I literally took everything off and then back on just for that tiny spring, but it is what it is.. Thanks so much for your reply.
Currently doing this procedure and I can’t get the seal down far enough for the retaining clip. Any tips? I pre oiled it just like the video and have been hammering on it for over an hour. I can see the groove but still need to go down more. Please help🤬😭
Rob, you warned about not installing the replacement components from the bottom of the rod upward because of possible damage from sharp edges, but in your video that appears to be exactly what you did???
It is always best to use the proper tools, but in a pinch a piece of PVC pipe that is the right diameter will get the job done. Or take it to your local Harley shop.
Ryan, there is no need to bleed any air out of your forks. Just make sure you give ample time fr the new fork oil to settle in the damper rod before you install the fork caps. If you are in a rush you can “cycle” the fork lower up and down to speed up the process of getting the damper rod filled with fork oil.
