Motorcycle Suspension Tech and Maintenance: How To Rebuild Your Fork | MC GARAGE

Подписаться 926 тыс.

Просмотров 693 тыс.

50% 1

A step-by-step guide to rebuilding your damper-rod fork.
--
You're diligent about changing your engine oil, but what about your fork oil? The oil inside your fork gets dirty and degrades over time, compromising damping and increasing wear. Fork oil should be changed every year or every 10,000 miles, and when it comes down to it, it's not that difficult of a job.
In this MC Garage video, Road Test Editor Ari Henning demonstrates how to not only change your fork oil, but also how to fully disassemble, inspect, and rebuild your right-side-up damper-rod fork. Tackling the task yourself will save you money, help you understand your bike better, and give you the satisfaction that comes from working on your own motorcycle.
Full story here: www.motorcyclistonline.com/su...
Subscribe: ru-vid.com...
Motorcyclist Shirts: teespring.com/stores/motorcyc...
Shop Products We Use: www.amazon.com/shop/motorcycl...
See more from us: www.motorcyclistonline.com/

Авто/Мото

Опубликовано:

21 июл 2024

Ссылка:

Скачать:

Готовим ссылку...

Добавить в:

Мой плейлист

Посмотреть позже

Комментарии : 421

@ThatGuyFromNantucket06 9 лет назад

"Spread the bush" - Ari Henning 2015 Good work, sir.

@ThatGuyFromNantucket06 9 лет назад

No way! That's so cool! If you ever make it out this way again let me know. We can cruise Rt. 6A!

@ThatGuyFromNantucket06 9 лет назад

Is that the same MB5 you did the 24 race with a few years back? I could only imagine that bike on Cape Cod roads. I'd be terrified.

@sammyscrap 8 лет назад

+ThatGuyFromNantucket "Use your fingers to spread the bush"

@TheJoshRed 5 лет назад

I had to rewind to make sure I was hearing that correctly. haha

@MikeSmith-vb8ul 4 года назад

@@TheJoshRed Yeah don't forget to use a screwdriver

@realcolbyadams 4 года назад

Gotta love how the pros make it look so easy... I see this and say "8 hours" because for some reason I can make anything easy much harder LOL

@justultrra3568 4 месяца назад

Man you weren't kidding! I started my fork rebuild at 11 am and it is currently 7 am, all tools put away all ready to ride and everything!

@augustaverbian 3 месяца назад

@justultrra3568 seriously? 20 hours? What bike you're working on?

@firefox3249 2 месяца назад

@@augustaverbianI think he means 7 PM*

@cloudriz 2 месяца назад

Bro I feel you!!! I do all my own work! Nothing ever goes as easy as it could! Same when I’m working on my car. Neighborhood probably hears me cursing my balls off. Save a lot of money though!!!

@pandapanda5644 Месяц назад

I can’t ever get the dampener bolt out. Ever.

@acidsurfers 4 года назад

“You should be able to spread the Bush with your fingers and slide it onto the stanchion.” Bless your heart

@RapidRedRider 3 года назад

What you SHOULD be able to do and what I actually HAVE to do are two entirely different things

@ryantogo8359 12 дней назад

@@RapidRedRiderno experience with spreading bushes eh?

@title214 7 лет назад

I like how smooth this is going for you. I can't even do little jobs without losing my temper and swearing.

@user-hs2hd7wp9g 5 лет назад

The first time is almost always a pain in the a*s, whether it's an oil change or lubing the chain.

@yashsvidixit7169 2 года назад

@@user-hs2hd7wp9g pain in the HAAS, (F1 situation)

@PatronFabian 5 лет назад

Dude, that was probably the fastest EASIEST way to explain it. I’ve never done it myself but man you made it seem simple. Thanks man.

@nitinkumar7329 3 года назад

5 years on and it is still the best video on servicing fork seals on RU-vid.

@OGMochaHD 5 месяцев назад

8 years after it was posted and I’m gonna attempt to do this myself on my zx6r. Just gotta wait for my first paycheck at this new job 😂

@ernstcummings9515 4 месяца назад

@@OGMochaHD literally same 😂 wish us the best

@OGMochaHD 3 месяца назад

@@ernstcummings9515 good luck mf 🫡 I replaced my forks completely cause they were bent asf 😭

@joekeil954 6 лет назад

When he said "you're halfway done" I about lost my shit before realizing he meant doing the other fork.

@zaynnshaikh9981 5 лет назад

Daily X Danger 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 same is what I thought

@dennis1802 4 месяца назад

And re assembly of the hole thing?

@firefox3249 2 месяца назад

@@dennis1802Reassembly is the least of it.

@dennis1802 2 месяца назад

@@firefox3249 yeah i’m learning that the hard way right now 🙈 but pretty sure it will be up and running again

@Zoharargov 7 лет назад

I now know how to spread the bush. Thanks MC garage.

@DarkStarr567 5 лет назад

You forgot to mention spring orientation! Make sure you follow spec and put the thicker spaced on the top. Linear, progressive, & dual rate are the different types. For progressive and dual rate, the tightest coils go down, loose coils up. :D

@tomasguerrero9622 2 года назад

Coil orienration doesn't matter. Matt from the workshop did a nice video to rule that myth off. Coil response was exactly the same regardless of its orientation.

@roythearcher 2 года назад

@@tomasguerrero9622 fully agree, the spring will behave the same as it is compressed from either end regardless of which way up it is. The only consideration here is the tighter wound coils represent the heavier end of the spring which should be at the lower end for better centre of gravity or at the upper end to reduce the unsprung weight for better suspension performance. However, the gains recieved from either oriantation are maginal at best and probably won't even be noticeable when riding. So rule of thumb should be, whatever way up you decide to have your springs, make sure they're the same way up in each leg! other than that, anything goes....

@user-jm8ky1kn2t Год назад

@@roythearcher My counter to this is that the daily weight fluctuations of a rider +\- 3-4lbs will have a much greater effect on the handling than rotating the springs would

@jsmcguireIII 8 месяцев назад

If I eat a lunch that weighs 3.5lbs and ride with the thick part of the coils in the up position, is that the same as skipping lunch and riding with the thick part of the coils in the down position?

@jasonbaker3104 3 года назад

This has to be one of the best "how to" videos I've ever seen. Straight, clear and to the point.

@balazsrepasi8035 7 лет назад

wow, I would never ever do this myself. but well done you, very professional. Great video ;)

@dainjahrus 7 лет назад

can you make a video on fork alignment/installation?

@oshkoshbjosh986 7 лет назад

Watching this on repeat to build up my confidence to do this over the weekend. Got fork cartridges for my ninja 300!

@1dontknowmyownname 6 лет назад

Ari and the team, your videos are amazing, so informative and detailed, you take the time to really explain everything, thankyou, I have managed to do alot more for my motorcycle than otherwise I would ask my mechanic to do. Head and shoulders above your competitors keep it up 👌👌👌👌

@discflight 7 лет назад

Really appreciate your work MCGarage 👍 accurate, informative and bugger all filler while staying friendly and fun. And I'm talking about all your videos... Cheers 😎✌️

@afletra 5 лет назад

crazy to think that this vid has been around for almost 3 years, and I dunno how many times I've rewatched it but I always enjoy it. really.

@drthslyr 6 лет назад

Thanks Ari, I'm at the verge of replacing my fork seals and your vid sure helped a lot! Cheers mate..

@joshuaweima3823 2 года назад

This video literally answered all my questions and was so simple, looking at all the pieces in the shop manual was tough but you just kept it super simple, Thanks!

@1993whitenoise 6 лет назад

I honestly believe you are Top 3 motorcycle channels online. Awesome videos man!

@Ahmed_Eldwiney 3 года назад

Absolutely professional and clear explanation for that sensensitive fork.. 5 years old video and I didn't find any other video that clear and useful. You make it possible.. Thanks a lot.

@twoscoops5197 4 года назад

Videos like this are making my life so much more enjoyable with my newly acquired 1989 Katana. Thank you for everything!!!

@denisrailey777 4 года назад

Miss you Ari. You were awesome.

@stupidagface1 2 года назад

Bring back Mc garage. The only series that bike owners need

@Rezaroth 9 лет назад

Amazing video man. You just made the mechanics in my country lose a customer lol. Thank you so much for the instructions and the effort.

@WheezyAK 9 месяцев назад

By far, the best ‘how to’ video I have found for this job. Thank you!

@Kawatom677 7 лет назад

saved me a load of money as this video allowed me to do the work myself. Thank you

@michaelculver4029 5 лет назад

You have great videos. Thanks so much for all your work. This one has the best detail and instructions for the fork rebuild I have found.

@wardo5415 8 лет назад

Great "how to" videos Ari! Keep'em coming please.

@starsinmyeyes 9 лет назад

So useful. So well presented and edited for teaching something. Keep them coming!

@RONNIE16786 7 лет назад

request to do same maintenance video for rear shock springs

@LeeroyBJJ 3 года назад

Awesome video. Completely rebuilt mine today following this and it was perfect!!

@CoxEdward 11 месяцев назад

Have just done mine thanks to this and saved a small fortune. Thanks so much!!

@dougcruickshank7393 Год назад

Very well explained. No wasted verbiage - right to the point!

@SystemAdministrator1 6 лет назад

Made it look easy as always, thanks Ari

@NickWarrenZA 6 лет назад

Hi Ari. As always, great video (I've recently stumbled on your channel and am doing some binge watching). This one is certainly more higher-grade than most. I won't try it on my R1200GSA, but awesome to know for a project bike! Thanks again.

@richard_the_lion_farted 8 месяцев назад

I have done this job before. If I saw this video back in the day I would have had a lot more confidence doing the job. GREAT video!.

@JohanKloosterboer 9 лет назад

Great video! Would love to see a brake episode from you guys. Bleeding the brakes, brake pads and cilinders replacement/refurbishment etc.

@evan002 9 лет назад

These how to videos are awesome! Thank you for doing them

@jonesyj2159 2 года назад

Great job, bro. Very comprehensive. Thanks for sharing.

@Gary1q2 5 лет назад

I LOVE U BRO, BEST FORK REMOVAL VIDEO ON THS ENTIRE INTERNET

@phalok 6 лет назад

OH MY GOD! That little device (seringe) you made for getting out the excess oil at the exact right amount is AWSOME! I was really laughing out loud of joy. Seriously thank you! I was always fiddeling with a caliper. U guys of MC garage are the best

@bloodysinner9456 9 лет назад

This is incredibly useful. Cheers!

@FCT8306onTwoWheels 4 года назад

This is good stuff to know. I may be replacing the front fork seals in my Stryker soon. Got home today and just noticed the dryrot cracks on one and dried up oil all over the left stanchion. It's outdoors year round. Considering parking in my house like I used to

@Chikiyz 7 лет назад

Really quality and easy followed content. Thanks, Ari. ;)

@Siper2 9 лет назад

Bookmarked for later! Thanks, Ari Henning !

@DONphantasmo 5 лет назад

Great video, Ari. Thanks for a great how-to!!!

@markgannam5756 6 лет назад

EXCELLENT! Dude..that was awesome.

@awdeveau 9 лет назад

Very well laid out and informative video. Thank you.

@RONNIE16786 7 лет назад

very nice..love your videos Ari

@danprice390 7 лет назад

rohan patil iI

@DDankyKang 2 года назад

thx dude 4 this awesome tutorial!! it helped me very much

@jamiesawyer5102 Год назад

This is the best video I have seen on forks.

@lewisfirth6502 2 года назад

Seriously great vid , going to tackle it will confidence.

@viperxbr 6 лет назад

Good video! It would cool to see this done on inverted (upside down) forks as well. Maybe not a complete rebuild but maybe just something simple like fork oil change. This is what I have and what I'm looking to do this fall.

@BrainDesmo 7 лет назад

I love this. Bravo and thank you to you guys/gals!

@willieboy8798 Год назад

quality instructions very clear!

@JoeRocket-sf6qs 2 года назад

Excellent video, precise and informative.

@gg48gg 7 лет назад

You've got to keep the fork up to drive the bush home. Is that right? LOL. Nice job Ari! Really informative video, seriously.

@SuperTomarne 2 года назад

Very good explaining.

@neelam9035159341 6 лет назад

Very good tutorial...... Keep up the good work

@jeffwyatt9255 2 года назад

Very good detailed video. Thank u very much

@brianlo8279 5 лет назад

this is well explained. both hands up for this video.

@BrettWae 8 лет назад

Excellent video!

@mercow1242 4 года назад

This guy works hard. Pretty educational video 👍

@miguelatambucho748 6 лет назад

Great instructional video. Thanks

@karliskemers7658 7 лет назад

Amazing video. But i have a question. Can you use brake cleaner to clean the parts?

@Ryan96913 6 лет назад

Thanks for sharing this knowledge! I still have some question about this. First, at 8:50 ,is that the fork oil should high enough to cover the damping? second, should we change the spring? or how long should we change?

@ceb9203 6 лет назад

Great video but didn't u forget the gold valve when putting it back together?

@acvn-hg9gy 5 лет назад

He casually mentioned putting it back after adding the oil

@BrokenFiddles 9 лет назад

Great instructions. How old was the old oil in the fork legs? Also, how do you make sure that the fork legs are reinstalled properly in the triple clamp so the front wheel is in line with the motorcycle?

@Anakwad 7 лет назад

Cool, definitely going to swing at doing my own.

@gayanfernando505 2 года назад

Awsome! Thank u sir!

@R0BL0W 7 лет назад

That was incredibly helpful and will save me £200 next time my forks are due a rebuild. Thanks very much indeed

@atifliaqat8159 2 года назад

The mechanic in my country took $4 btw. For forks of a 150cc aprilia derbi stx clone.

@xidral 7 лет назад

cool stuff, I'll do this on my 300 when I finish buying the suspension parts I want I was going to pay some one to do it for me but it doesn't seem that bad.

@rickvulcan2126 3 года назад

Really good videos. Thanks a lot.

@ashokkpoonia 6 лет назад

Hey Ari, is it possible to straighten bend fork tubes at home? If yes then can you cover that in a video? Thanks!

@neil8548 5 лет назад

Can you make a video about the purpose of canisters on aftermarket suspensions please?

@benchp1869 3 года назад

very useful guide!, i am rebuilding my fork as well in HK, it really helps a lot, may i ask a question, i've disassembled my front fork, and noticed some scratch on my damper rod, the bush on it seems to be a bit loose and makes the damper rod hard to be taken out. should i replace the damper rod and/or the bush? how do i tell if i should replace them?

@TheVilouboy 6 лет назад

Always brother, great video. Quick question, I have a track bike (Ohlins 30mm front fork cartridges) should I have my bike on a head lift stand during the winter season or will a rear stand suffice?

@juliuscaruncho6107 5 лет назад

sir i promise to invest for my tool so i can practice all of your videos here... Thank you so much...

@user-io6vj1ku3h 3 месяца назад

Amazing video, it's really hard to find proper videos that show you explicitly and explain clearly what you have to do. But can I ask what track you use in the background, I would love to add it to my workshop playlist for some ambient background music haha

@miloskuza 7 лет назад

Thanks great video!How much time it took you to do all this things?

@tomasguerrero9622 2 года назад

Great video. I just might add that once you have rebuild the thing up, fork oil level should be measured with the coil off and while the fork is fully compressed. If you added emulators or orher inertia valves which weren't part of the original setup, you should measure the oil height with those parts in, since they take volume that otherwise would be filled with oil.

@panionleadman1607 8 лет назад

great video!

@mridularul1 6 лет назад

the cleanliness of the fork being serviced is ridiculous ... very nice tutorial !

@spiritbuu 7 лет назад

Good informative video.

@waynes.2983 7 лет назад

all this talk about, rods, spreading the bush with your fingers, and lubing the inner lips!

@brufnus 6 лет назад

+Wayne S. And you should wear rubber for security. ;-)

@chris5k132 5 лет назад

And stroking

@M-DIY 5 лет назад

Those nuts were really hard tightened.

@prithvirajdj 4 года назад

Make sure to spill all the oil out.

@mickeypopa 4 года назад

These comments... lol

@ujjwalstar9389 7 лет назад

Can u plzz make a video on how to align front forks it would be very helpful

@totorrestfbrasil 9 лет назад

Good example. Thanks.

@dwnforcemedia 9 лет назад

Would have been great to see this 2 weeks ago when I had a shop refurbish my Triumph forks.

@LakPak2000 4 года назад

Great vid!

@masterofbikes2747 2 года назад

Good job

@thusithafernando916 8 лет назад

Thank you brother!!

@ariqueyeasir1554 6 лет назад

can you make a video on dual spring shock observer vs mono shock?

@romeparrilla8307 5 лет назад

HI there,nice and clear video the way you explained it.Is it possible if i could find rear shocks that are 2 inches shorter that will fit on my 1979 kawasaki ke 100 enduro?im too short LOL' thank you

@nidheeshroy007 6 лет назад

hey buddy..could you please post a video on how to replace stock front forks with inverted ones..?

@fernandoescobar4039 8 лет назад

very nice video... thanks

@joekv2381 6 лет назад

Hello Boss, Your classes are so helpful ,sir i have a question to ask. I would like to reduce the length of both the front forks of my bike for a better handling. is it possible to cut down a little bit ? does it leads any other issues ??