When should I replace my motorcycle's fork seals?

You should replace them immediately if you see any signs of leaking oil on the fork tubes or lowers. It's also best practice to replace them anytime you have the front end disassembled, as old rubber can become brittle and fail.

What are the signs of worn-out fork springs?

The most common signs are a "spongy" feeling in the front end, excessive nose-diving when you apply the front brake, or the suspension bottoming out easily over bumps.

Can I ride with a leaking fork seal?

While you can for a short time, it's not recommended. Leaking fork oil can get on your brakes, reducing stopping power. It also causes poor handling and can lead to permanent damage to the internal fork components if the oil level gets too low.

Steel Motorcycle Fork Components

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Timken Neck Post Bearing & Race Set - Made in USA
18 reviews $28.14

Til Death Cycles 49mm Harley-Davidson Front End Extended Damper Tube Kit
5 reviews $119.12

Til Death Cycles 39mm Extended Damper Tube Kit- Harley-Davidson Front End
29 reviews $104.95

British Standard Triumph Neck Bearing Conversion Kit - Fit Harley or Springer Front End to 1956-1970 Triumph 650 1967-Up 500
34 reviews $77.04

Drag Specialties Neck Post Bearing & Race Set 1980-13 Harley-Davidson FLT/FLHT 99-13 FLTR/FLHR 60-86 FL/FX/FXWG 84-17 FXST/FLST 99-17 Dyna 82-21 XL
1 review $30.98

Cycle Standard 39mm Damper Tube Kit - 9.5" - 1994-1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1995-2017 FXD OEM# 45925-94
$69.00

Til Death Cycles 39mm Harley-Davidson Cartridge Eliminator Kit
4 reviews $169.10

British Standard Triumph Neck Roller Bearing Conversion - 1956-1970 Triumph 650 1967-Up 500
34 reviews $79.07

Lowbrow Customs 39mm Fork Shrouds - Raw Steel - Harley-Davidson Sportsters
20 reviews $128.71

Koyo Bearings Neck Post Bearing & Race Set - Made in Japan
$21.95

Burly Brand Burly Lowboy Fork Lowering Kit - 39mm Sportster- See listing for Fitment
10 reviews $129.94 $133.95

Cycle Standard Neck Post Bearing & Race Set - Imported
$14.29

Til Death Cycles 49mm Harley-Davidson Cartridge Eliminator Kit
2 reviews $178.28

Lowbrow Customs 39mm Fork Shrouds - Black - 1987-Up - Harley-Davidson Sportsters
53 reviews $128.90

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