Fork Seal Replacement

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  1. scario26er

    scario26er New Member

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    Took them out and measured they are within spec so what should I try next? The bike is still rideable and it only happens once and awhile I just want to know why there is so much travel.
     
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    springs without removing forks

    Yes you can. Either support under the bike with a jack, lift the handlebars with ratchet straps to a hook in the ceiling, or keep it to doing one fork at a time and make sure that the bike cannot roll forward off the centerstand when the front sags a bit.
     
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    sounds like you need more preload....try a longer spacer

    what spec springs did you get?
     
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    Or heavier rate springs, Honda bikes are notoriously sprung for people weighing 130lbs. wet stock.
     

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