How To Honda VTX Leaky Fork Seal Fix. 

It’s like This Old House for motorcycles. Simple, straightforward and smart. Excellent videos, sir!

Happened to stumble on your page. Excellent repair videos. Simple - straight forward - organized - no distractions. Thank you!

I watch a lot of videos and this is one of the best I have seen. Methodical and patient, stressing organization and sequence over a gitterdone attitude. Much appreciated!

Thank you sir. Tried to pass inspection today and failed from the leaks. Watched other videos and yours is the best. Methotical, organized and clean. Thank you for your time.

I watched this probably 30x while doing my forks. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without this. Thanks. Only problem I had is those damn lower bolts stripped at the bottom of the fork so I had to go get someone to take them out. Other than that it was great.

Love your videos Rocco, no talking about what you are going to do, just do it and tell us how, that's what works. Your "little" tips are appreciated. The VTX is such a great bike, simple to work on and such a great ride.

Excellent video my friend. Love the attention to sequence to make the removal go smoothly. You are a pleasure to watch.

Your videos are treasures. Fascinating stuff. I'm a new owner of a 2004 1300C and never fancied myself a mechanical person until I aquired this bike. Now you can't keep me out of the garage and I may go to school and become a certified motorcycle mechanic. Your videos have made it plain and less intimidating. Many thanks from New Mexico.

Man, I’ve looked at a few vids of this job, getting ready to do my own, and this is by far the best I’ve seen - everything about it! Thanks!

Really like how you try to do things the simple/practical way.

Great channel I have learned so much from you,saved tons of money by doing it myself . You have a relaxed style of teaching that makes every thing so clear . Keep them coming

Man I've been sitting on this job contemplating outsourcing it for 3 years.. The bike sat up so long the oil leaked out of forks.. Thanks for this thorough video

Rocco thanks for take the time to teach us how to fix motorcycle. I am beginning learning how to fix my motorcycle. You are the best on youtube teach us how to fix motorcycle. God bless you and your family.

haven't done the job yet but I would just like to say i really love your video. The attention to detail is flawless. Even the little things. "the seal has writing on it. put it down the same way it came out" type things are what i really appreciate. Well done on this job. So simple. so explanatory and slow given instructions a a nice plus too. didn't talk fast through it and skip over stuff. Fantastic!

Very detailed video…I called today to price having mine fixed 408 dollars!!!!😮 I have the same exact bike. I’m a female… after watching this step by step video I might attempt to do it myself??? It sure would help my pocketbook😊 Thanks so much for this great video!!!!

Rocco you are the answer. I need to replace the fork seals on my 03 1800 and was worried about doing so myself. I have replaced coolant hoses, clutch and all maintenance myself, but I was worried about the seals. Now I'm confident I can do it. The way you show and use the pvc pipe, you remind me of my Dad. He could fix anything and taught me that I should be able to repair the things I own. There is a time and place where a professional is needed, but a guy should be able to repair his property. Watching you brought back the great memories of my mentor, my Father. Thank you Rocco . Be safe and well my friend

I think i started watching ur video from 7 years ago.. seems u kept the same shoes for 5 years.. impressive

Thank you for the detailed video. Finished my forks this weekend with your help.

Thanks Rocco! As others have said your videos are very well done and much better that most of what is out there. I watched this one twice and did the seals on my bike with no problems. I like the little tips/pointers and most of all how straight forward things go when one stays organized. Again, thank you...

Thanks for another great lesson Roc . Sharing this info gives us the confidence that we can actually start and finish a job.

Thank you for taking the time to make this video! I’m just waiting for parts and new “Progressive Springs” so I can do the forks on my Vmax, I’ll be switching to 15W fork oil also. That tip on indexing the top cap is genius, a great step by step video. Nice 1960s Stingray in the driveway too!

Another great info video. I've wrenched on many types of cars, but glad to be learning the ins and outs of wrenching on my scoots. Thanks Rocco!

Great video man , I really appreciate your hard work and the effort you are doing to spread the knowledge ✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼, Watching you from Egypt 🇪🇬

Great video! You took out the mystery of how it’s done! I’m going to replace my leaky seals myself!

Hi Rocco, I have not seen any videos from you for the longest time. Thanks for posting something. Hope everything is well with you and your family.

Best video of this procedure I've seen so far. Thank you.

Great video and Channel. If i ever have problems with my bike I always check here first. Thank you for all the money you have saved me. Ride safe.

You are a very good teacher. Thanks for all the tips and tricks.

Thank you for that great tutorial. Best one I’ve seen so far on this topic

Thank you for sharing! By far the best post on oil and seals replacement for the VTX forks... saved me Hundreds of Dollars....Thanks Again!!

Thanks! Your videos are very helpful and you’re willing to answer questions really appreciate the guidance.

I believe you are the Bob Ross of motorcycle repair instruction. So calming. Thank you!!

Excellent video and very knowledgeable, organised and proffessional. Loved it

Love the video. Yours is the best I’ve seen. I’m about to attempt this on my 2003 VTX 1800S in the next week. I’m hoping same size PVC pipe will work for me. Thank you!

Once again, very useful and easy to follow tutorial. The floor jack trick is awesome, I wish I knew that before I invested in a motorcycle jack. Otherwise, this tutorial complements and provides a complete picture of fork seal replacement. I live in Harley town, and I was told that they "don't work on one of those motorcycles". I was even referred to another shop in another town that works on Honda. Great ole youtube, it has almost everything.

I gotta say, this video is as plain jane as it gets for rebuilding forks. Love it.

Excellent job, you make the instructions very easy to follow. Thank you.

One of the best and informative videos on changing fork seals on the vtx. I'll be doing my seals and my second fuel pump on my 2002 vtx1800 in a few days.Thanks on providing a great video.

Great job Rocco! Did my 97XL1200C last year, like you say, with the right tools and patients, it’s not that bad! I think the hardest part of the job is putting the top caps back on...ride safe my brother!

Great video, I just got a VTX and I'm in love. Thanks for your how-to video.

Thanks for the great video. The step by step explanation is really helpful.

Thanks Rocco fantastic job explaining the process , appreciate you brother.

Thanks for the video very well explained 👌🏻 it would be awesome if you could post any how to videos on how to take apart the vtx like the pipes, handle bars etc

You just saved me $400 I am mechanically inclined but was weary about this job awesome thank you

You should sell merch that says "it's a beautiful thing". Great video. Thank you

Good tutorial Rocco, keep up the good work. All the best from the UK.

Thank you for your VTX videos very easy to follow

well delivered instruction. i just ordered my seal kit. Thank you.

Thank you for this comprehensive video, much appreciated!

Information is so valuable. In the process of doing my forks now. Removing the first cap thought I had a grip on it and spacer popped out and caught my thumb. Cut into it some but I'm fine lol. My seal got here before I expected so I got them broke down and cleaned waiting on fork oil.

Liked and subscribed! Your video is very helpful and appreciated the step by step instructions. Just bought a 2003 vtx1300s and think fork seals are in my future.

This was very informational. Thank you for posting this.

Thanks for the video, it worked really well. My, my seals were stuck pretty good. But after a while, they came loose and it worked out really well. And I'm really happy with results. Thanks so much for sharing.

Just found you, on the tube. I have a vt1100 c 1992 with extended forks in bad need of some fork seal replacement. Was planning go to the shop and have them fix it.. but I already did basic maintenance on the bike myself, oils change, brake and clutch fluid replacement. After watching you do this I think I give it a try myself. Seems quite easy actually. Thank for an very educational channel. You are a freaking legend sir 👍🏻👍🏻

thank mate, I learn from your video to do my Front Fork Seals for my VT 1300 CS - Sabre 2010.

Thanks Rocco just did my 1800r and it was not exactly the same but the job went successfully and everything went smoothly for a first time dealing with forks. All in all probably about $100 with new bushings fork oil and seals. Appreciate your expertise sir and God bless!

Very informative well made video. Thank you sir. Fixing to try it when my parts come in

I have a 2006 and you are absolutely right they do have that torque and I have had pockets full of cash offered for it but wouldn’t sell it best bike I have ever owned I love it it is dependable

Great video! I’m still in the process ran into a problem with my seal being ceased to the fork took a lot more persuasion to get it loose going to be finishing it tomorrow!

Just finished mine using this vid. Thanks so much!

Thanks for taking the time to make this video.

Thank you for the very informative video! I like the step by step process you did. It will help me save lots of time and money should it happen to my VTX 1300.

Great instructional video I changed the fork seals And fork oil on a 2010 honda stateline vt1300 The dealer wanted $300 I did it myself in a couple hours. Thanks

thanks for this! Got hired to replace my pastor's VTX 1800 fork seals and this is exactly what I needed to get the basics down. very nice video, will be invaluable during work.

Very informative video THANK YOU 👍🏻

Great how to video, all the tricks you use to make it a simple project. I just came back from the dealer after asking what they charge for this on my VT1100. I know I can do this and save $550.

You say anybody can do it - but I don't think I could not in a timely manner that's fer sure. Luckily I have a pretty cool mechanic locally. Still love watching you work!

Great video man and love your New York accent!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Hey Rocco! Thanks for giving me the courage to do the seals on my vtx. Saved several hundred dollars. But geez I ran into problem after problem. Caliper bolt had been rounded off. Tried to drill it and use a screw extractor, only to have it break off in the bolt. Finished the right side. But had to split the pvc from home depot. Evidently there has been a slight change to the id of the pvc. Then i get to the left side and the head of the hex screw at the bottom of the fork is rounded out. Guess I will try to figure that one out tomorrow. Great video!!!

Thank you very informative ! You made it look easy!

So I performed this repair on MY vtx. The only thing I had trouble with was finding the pipe. I couldn't find the specific 1 1/2 pipe anywhere, so I got what they had at the store thinking that all pvc pipes are created equal, right? Wrong! 🤣 Just a hair too small. So what I did was take a circ saw and cut a slit lengthwise down the pipe allowing it to spread open just a little farther and oiled up the inside of the pipe to aid in removing it once I had the washer, seal, and boot seated. I hope this helps anyone who runs into the same problem.

Thanks Rocco, nicely done and I will be doing my seals on my VTX! Very informational video and thorough instructions! Thanks for your video. God bless and Jesus loves you, John 3:16-17 (KJV)

great video! very in depth

Excellent video !! thanks

I have to say "you are a real PRO"... Thank you for an interesting episode! C J

Awesome Video Sir!! Thank You!

Well done, nice and easy.

Great job thanks for the help really enjoyed it

Terrific video...thank you!

Brother i wish i lived closer to you..you would be awesome to learn from

That little piece of plstic to protect the seals was genius.

Excellant vid. Thank you sir

I took my front wheel off and removed both as I did both of the seals. I like how you avoided that, easier and you had the other side to reset with. Did you take out the spring so that you could clean everything out? I did this without having to take that spring assembly out, however not that what you did was much extra work. I think that I will take that out next time. Thank you sir and keep up the great work. I saved about $600 for doing my own work on my seals. Well worth it!

Gracias por su video señor 😀😀😀

Great video brother! I appreciate you!

Rocco. Love your videos man.

Awesome video worked perfect for me

Good job! Thanks!

Great info...your a big help

The guy knows his business I wish he lived close to me so I could pay him to do mine one of my dust covers is damaged. 😊

Good job! Great description on the procedures to be followed. Did anybody ever tell you that your voice sounds like Gerald Cilantre... the financial guru? I spelled his laat name wrong

Thanks for such an easy to follow video. I am having trouble removing the tube from the lower fork. I have pulled and rotated and pulled and rotated and it’s not budging at all. Also, whenever I pull up the upper tube binds binds to where I have to hit it at the top with rubber mallet to unstick it. Going at it for over an hour with no noticeable movement. All bolts removed, reviewed video multiple time to make sure didn’t miss anything. At an impasse, any advice greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Jeez man, you make the seemingly impossible for me, seem possible 👍😎

Thanks a lot, from Azerbaijan 🙏

You are a genius 👏

Well done Rocco!

Before you tear everything apart, sometimes it just a piece of dirt under the seal that causes it to leak. I had that happen on my last VTX. All that's needed is a small piece of plastic (I cut it out of an old plastic milk bottle or gallon jug) in the shape of a hook. Then stick it under the fork seal and pull it all the way around the seal to clean anything that's stuck in there. It worked for me twice and the seal quit leaking fluid. It's worth a try and can save you alot of time. Not saying it works for everyone, but it's worth a try.

Just did my 2004 vtx1300. Great video 📹. Easier than it looks. Went very smoothly. Steers straight and rides nice . Thanks again for your insight. Do you do appointments to fix bikes or just work on your own? Just wondering.

What a great video

Thank you sir for the help your video is the best and easy to follow thanks! How ever my 2006vtx 1300 I did follow step by step but my pvc charlotte pipes 1/ 1/2 it won’t go in to the fork so I couldn’t put it back together yet . Any suggestions? I really appreciate it.