Motorcycle Suspension Tech and Maintenance: How To Rebuild Your Fork

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

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A step-by-step guide to rebuilding your damper-rod fork.
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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.
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@realcolbyadams 4 жыл бұрын

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 5 ай бұрын

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 ай бұрын

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

@firefox3249 3 ай бұрын

@@augustaverbianI think he means 7 PM*

@cloudriz 2 ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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

@acidsurfers 4 жыл бұрын

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

@RapidRedRider 3 жыл бұрын

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

@ryantogo8359 16 күн бұрын

@@RapidRedRiderno experience with spreading bushes eh?

@ThatGuyFromNantucket06 9 жыл бұрын

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

@ThatGuyFromNantucket06 9 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

+ThatGuyFromNantucket "Use your fingers to spread the bush"

@TheJoshRed 5 жыл бұрын

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

@MikeSmith-vb8ul 4 жыл бұрын

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

@title214 7 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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

@yashsvidixit7169 2 жыл бұрын

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

@PatronFabian 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@joekeil954 6 жыл бұрын

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

@zaynnshaikh9981 5 жыл бұрын

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

@dennis1802 4 ай бұрын

And re assembly of the hole thing?

@firefox3249 3 ай бұрын

@@dennis1802Reassembly is the least of it.

@dennis1802 3 ай бұрын

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

@Zoharargov 7 жыл бұрын

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

@nitinkumar7329 3 жыл бұрын

5 years on and it is still the best video on servicing fork seals on KZfaq.

@OGMochaHD 5 ай бұрын

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 ай бұрын

@@OGMochaHD literally same 😂 wish us the best

@OGMochaHD 3 ай бұрын

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

@DarkStarr567 5 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

@@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 ай бұрын

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 жыл бұрын

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

@balazsrepasi8035 7 жыл бұрын

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

@oshkoshbjosh986 7 жыл бұрын

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

@discflight 7 жыл бұрын

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 😎✌️

@joshuaweima3823 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@drthslyr 6 жыл бұрын

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

@twoscoops5197 4 жыл бұрын

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

@1dontknowmyownname 6 жыл бұрын

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 👌👌👌👌

@Ahmed_Eldwiney 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@afletra 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@michaelculver4029 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@starsinmyeyes 9 жыл бұрын

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

@Kawatom677 7 жыл бұрын

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

@1993whitenoise 6 жыл бұрын

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

@WheezyAK 9 ай бұрын

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

@LeeroyBJJ 3 жыл бұрын

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

@wardo5415 8 жыл бұрын

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

@SystemAdministrator1 6 жыл бұрын

Made it look easy as always, thanks Ari

@denisrailey777 4 жыл бұрын

Miss you Ari. You were awesome.

@evan002 9 жыл бұрын

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

@dainjahrus 7 жыл бұрын

can you make a video on fork alignment/installation?

@stupidagface1 2 жыл бұрын

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

@CoxEdward 11 ай бұрын

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

@dougcruickshank7393 Жыл бұрын

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

@bloodysinner9456 9 жыл бұрын

This is incredibly useful. Cheers!

@DONphantasmo 5 жыл бұрын

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

@Chikiyz 7 жыл бұрын

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

@NickWarrenZA 6 жыл бұрын

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.

@JohanKloosterboer 9 жыл бұрын

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

@awdeveau 9 жыл бұрын

Very well laid out and informative video. Thank you.

@jonesyj2159 2 жыл бұрын

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

@FCT8306onTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

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

@BrainDesmo 7 жыл бұрын

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

@Rezaroth 9 жыл бұрын

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.

@Siper2 9 жыл бұрын

Bookmarked for later! Thanks, Ari Henning !

@markgannam5756 6 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT! Dude..that was awesome.

@phalok 6 жыл бұрын

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

@Gary1q2 5 жыл бұрын

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

@richard_the_lion_farted 8 ай бұрын

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!.

@brianlo8279 5 жыл бұрын

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

@DDankyKang 2 жыл бұрын

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

@viperxbr 6 жыл бұрын

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.

@RONNIE16786 7 жыл бұрын

request to do same maintenance video for rear shock springs

@miguelatambucho748 6 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video. Thanks

@mercow1242 5 жыл бұрын

This guy works hard. Pretty educational video 👍

@JoeRocket-sf6qs 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, precise and informative.

@jamiesawyer5102 Жыл бұрын

This is the best video I have seen on forks.

@lewisfirth6502 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously great vid , going to tackle it will confidence.

@RONNIE16786 7 жыл бұрын

very nice..love your videos Ari

@danprice390 7 жыл бұрын

rohan patil iI

@willieboy8798 Жыл бұрын

quality instructions very clear!

@jeffwyatt9255 2 жыл бұрын

Very good detailed video. Thank u very much

@Anakwad 7 жыл бұрын

Cool, definitely going to swing at doing my own.

@BrettWae 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@neelam9035159341 6 жыл бұрын

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

@SuperTomarne 2 жыл бұрын

Very good explaining.

@LakPak2000 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid!

@gg48gg 7 жыл бұрын

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

@rickvulcan2126 3 жыл бұрын

Really good videos. Thanks a lot.

@totorrestfbrasil 9 жыл бұрын

Good example. Thanks.

@thusithafernando916 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you brother!!

@panionleadman1607 8 жыл бұрын

great video!

@xidral 7 жыл бұрын

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.

@juliuscaruncho6107 5 жыл бұрын

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

@gayanfernando505 2 жыл бұрын

Awsome! Thank u sir!

@tomasguerrero9622 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@R0BL0W 7 жыл бұрын

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

@atifliaqat8159 2 жыл бұрын

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

@dwnforcemedia 9 жыл бұрын

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

@spiritbuu 7 жыл бұрын

Good informative video.

@OJMAH 5 жыл бұрын

gotta give it a try soon

@willfletcher7811 6 жыл бұрын

great video

@fernandoescobar4039 8 жыл бұрын

very nice video... thanks

@mridularul1 6 жыл бұрын

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

@masterofbikes2747 2 жыл бұрын

Good job

@IdeasBox 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks. :-)

@thirdworldTrini Жыл бұрын

I'm about to do my first fork seal change and I've been soaking up all these vids, it looks easy but dammit I'm gonna get it done 🙏

@krishnansrinivasan830 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@karliskemers7658 7 жыл бұрын

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

@PANTYEATR1 7 жыл бұрын

I might try this one day on my CBR929. I have the factory service manual, I just don't have allot of work space :(

@montychoudhary5485 3 жыл бұрын

Thnq so much big brother 🙏

@VladaZRX12R 7 жыл бұрын

bravo master!

@samwittstruck.6685 7 жыл бұрын

Βλαδίμηρος SERBIA

@ujjwalstar9389 7 жыл бұрын

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

@waynes.2983 7 жыл бұрын

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

@brufnus 6 жыл бұрын

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

@chris5k132 5 жыл бұрын

And stroking

@M-DIY 5 жыл бұрын

Those nuts were really hard tightened.

@prithvirajdj 4 жыл бұрын

Make sure to spill all the oil out.

@mickeypopa 4 жыл бұрын

These comments... lol

@romeparrilla8307 5 жыл бұрын

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

@martinbarabe4643 5 жыл бұрын

Neat video

@bobbo4360 7 жыл бұрын

made to look so easy

@TheVilouboy 6 жыл бұрын

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?

@miloskuza 7 жыл бұрын

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

@benchp1869 3 жыл бұрын

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?

@Ryan96913 6 жыл бұрын

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?