I took the time to freshen up my forks on my track bike (GSXR1000) today. It's actually about a three hour job for me. By the time I strip the plastics (stop for breakfast), remove the forks (Make myself a Starbuck's latte) replace the seals (Feed the dog) and fresh oil it takes up a good three hours.
This is a friendly reminder to all, if your prized busa is a track day weapon you should service the forks every year. If you are a street guy, you should service your forks every two years.
Brakes are the same. Fresh fluid every year for track guys and every two years for street only.
Changing fork oil and seals is really very easy if you have general mechanical skills. You only need a few tools. Someone should do a "How To" thread with photos or maybe a dvd with step by step instruction. If anyone knows of instruction or a youtube video on this subject, please share!
This is a friendly reminder to all, if your prized busa is a track day weapon you should service the forks every year. If you are a street guy, you should service your forks every two years.
Brakes are the same. Fresh fluid every year for track guys and every two years for street only.
Changing fork oil and seals is really very easy if you have general mechanical skills. You only need a few tools. Someone should do a "How To" thread with photos or maybe a dvd with step by step instruction. If anyone knows of instruction or a youtube video on this subject, please share!