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…
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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???
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.
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???
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
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?
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?
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.
fork tube same height is a big deal. my friend last year bought a used harley davidson from El Cajon Harley Davidson and it was pulling hard to one side he took it back the next day and they found one fork tube was a 1/4'' difference and he rode it around and it was fine... so happy he was... i was like: no way but he said thats what they told him a fork tube was higher then the other one... i still cannot think how it would make such a hard pull to the right.. oh well...
Liked your video, It is very to the point, But there is one important step that you left out. or should I say, didn't mention, you covered it by saying pore the oil in the fork slowly, you didn't explain that you need to burp the air out of the fork by lowering and raising the bottom part of the fork before reinstalling the top cap. "Just an observation".
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, 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.
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.
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.
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🤬😭
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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 is by far the best tutorial I've come across on TH-cam! Thank you!
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!
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!
You are a bold man to do all these without covering your tank :D
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.
Clear, concise, no useless banter. Excellent videography. Thanks!
"Gently tap it in" *proceeds to not so gently bang forks on work bench*. All jokes aside, great video. Thank you!
I've been watching a bunch of these. This was truly exceptional. Thanks. I think I can handle this service now.
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.
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!
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 vid man thanks! Helps out dudes like me trying to learn about and maintain our bikes on our own.
This is the Best fork seal video I’ve seen!
Extremely helpful
My Dyna failed inspection due to a fork seal leak!
Thank You!
Best Vid ever on this procedure. Great job man!
The manual says bevel side UP! Other than that and not protecting the paint- good video.
Excellent Video and I have a 2005 FXD with 39MM Saving this one ..
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.
Glad you guys are doing videos again! Keep it up!
great tutorial... I'm doing mine soon... I hope the dampener bolt comes off as easy as it did here!
You can make a seal driver from PVC pipe from the hardware store. Longer then the tube allows you to use a rubber mallet to drive them in.
Nice video! Thank you for sharing! Im doing mine now 😊
i've been putting off redoing my fork seals cause i thought it was gonna be tough. thanks for the info!
Don't look too bad, Right? Good Video.
love it. I'm getting ready to get my forks service done on my FLHTK. And this video gives me the confidence to do it myself.
Excellent video. I have to do this service on my '06..it just started leaking. Keeps me out of the stealership!
This guy's freaking awesome!
You guys saved my ass again I do all my own work on my bike but this was always a big ? Thanks again guys!
Doing this next weekend, this video made it look easy
would there be any reason why the thin bushing would have a problem seating into the fork lower ?
great how too...it saved me a lot of heartache..cheers Bud...
Great Job! Best tutorial on this subject on the net. I learned a great deal!!!!!! Thanks.
First time in my life i watch 21 minutes vid very carefully ..
Excellent video, very well done with excellent explanation of each step of the process.
Thanks much, Sir. 👍🏽🤠 8/14/23
Nicely done. Making a quality video is harder than it looks.
Fantastic How to. thanks.
Please do a series video how to install a 883-1200 kick up kit.
Nice job. Thanks!
Nice work, thanks for sharing knowledge
very good video, followed step by step, buy the seal tool Amazon 25.00 also on newer dynas takes a 12 mm long hex socket.
Well done!
Great video nice and clearly
Thank you
Best video tutorial I've seen! Good job bro!
Outstanding teacher and video. Thank you
Very good video.
Great video!
Great series.
very good explanation I like very much.
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!
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.
Thanks for your input. Enjoyed muchly 👍🏻
Nice video. But you didn't mention the nylon damper tube rings that go onto the damper tubes. At least on my 1994 Hugger there is one.
Great vid 👌
Great informative video and presentation .... thanks...
This was an extremely well don video. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm getting ready to do mine as well. I'm subscribed.
How did it go ??
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.
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.
That’s a serious Love Brush my man, great video, keep it simple and cool
wow great video
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.
Good pro tip! They are pretty thin chrome plated metal. Easy to damage.
Get the right size and style of punch. A cheap larger size punch will definitely get save you the replacement
Baby blanket over the tank. One slip of the tool and ding city.
Well done sir, thank you.
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???
How far does the upper bushing go into the tube ?Mine only went halfway
Great job bud. Rock on!
Thanks !
Did u invent the shake weight? 😂nice videos thanks so much man
Having a tough time with the decorative chrome cap removal, any suggestions?
What about the springs on in the forks ?? Don’t You Have To Change The Springs Also ??
Thanks - clear as glass! :-)
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.
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???
Try and get above the fork cap (step ladder or the like) and use your body weight to force the spring down as you screw the fork cap into place.
Jackin that forktube lime a dairymaster
Learned that spring part the hard way lol
Why didn’t he say what the torque specs were????
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
Awesome
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?
why did you need pump the tube when fill it with fluid to release air from it.
Always cover the tank with towel or something
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?
Did it really take 2 hours to get the cap on? If so, what's the trick or is it just perseverance. Thx
I wonder if I could put some tape over the bottom of leg and slide new parts on? Do you think it would be an issue?
Good video right on point
Why do you take the top off?
Thanks..great, easy to understand video..what is the correct torque pressure for the pinch bolts etc?
not sure, i'm thinking 30-35 on uppers and 29 on axle
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.
My dampening rod cap is jammed in the lower fork. Not sure how to get it out, or if it even matters. Anyone else have a similar issue or any advice?
fork tube same height is a big deal. my friend last year bought a used harley davidson from El Cajon Harley Davidson and it was pulling hard to one side he took it back the next day and they found one fork tube was a 1/4'' difference and he rode it around and it was fine... so happy he was... i was like: no way but he said thats what they told him a fork tube was higher then the other one... i still cannot think how it would make such a hard pull to the right.. oh well...
I don't get why you don't fill and complete reassembly of the forks before putting them back onto the bike. Would seem like the proper way to do it.
Liked your video, It is very to the point, But there is one important step that you left out. or should I say, didn't mention, you covered it by saying pore the oil in the fork slowly, you didn't explain that you need to burp the air out of the fork by lowering and raising the bottom part of the fork before reinstalling the top cap. "Just an observation".
What was the size of the fork cap socket?
14:30 "Toss it to the side" * window crashes"
Great vidyo
If I’m running 8 over on my sportster how much oil do I need
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.
Awesome video. As good or better than Fix my Hog Videos!
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?
Fork oil amount does not change with longer tubes.
@@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.
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.
Wowowoooo! Great !
How do you bleed the air out? Isn’t that critical? Or do you just slap it together and roll lol.
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.
He doesn't know what he's doing someone will get killed doing this.
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🤬😭
If you see the groove, you're down far enough. The clip is only as wide as the groove.