[jkobman]

imported post

1983 GL1100

I will replace the oil and dust seals. Are there any other parts, gasket seals (or sets of seals) I should buy?

THANKS!

Jeff

 

[werner1800]

imported post

The bushings for the base of the fork tubes also can wear and then the new seals will not last long.

 

[FitzAl]

imported post

You can tell if the bushes are worn by looking to see if the copper coating is showing through. Those bushes stop the fork tube moving sideways and pulling on the seal.

 

[BRowan]

imported post

The bushes are easy to replace with the forks stripped. It's worth replacing them for the peace of mind and you will probably never have to replace them again.

 

[Black Bart]

imported post

Hi Jeff

Unless you already have them , try a set of progressive springs to beef it up in the twisties.....:weightlifter:
http://www.hagon-shocks.co.uk/Fork_Springs.htm

BB

 

[FitzAl]

imported post

Hi Jeff. BB is right about the Progressives, but you will probably need someone to help you compress them when installing the fork caps. The pressure of the Progresssives is very hard to puish against.