2002 YZ426 Front Forks

[Lando]

I have a 2002 YZ426 and the fork seals need replaced and while im at it im gonna get some stiffer springs. The owners manual has a good front fork tear down and rebuild section. I was thinking about attmepting this myself. I have good mechanical skills and have a good idea of how to do it, but have never had a set of forks apart. So my real question is... try it myself or take it to a dealer? Thanks

 

[okieguy]

It's not a tough job if you have the manual. Seal driver and damper holder make the job easier.

Be sure to replace the bushings while you have it apart.

Guy

 

[Lando]

For replacing the seals and springs do i have to take the damper rod out?

 

[kawamaha]

For replacing the seals and springs do i have to take the damper rod out?

no

 

[Lando]

One more question and Im gonna go for it... I measure the fork oil while its compressed and with no spring inside right?

 

[okieguy]

Thats right.

 

[kawamaha]

and don't forget to bleed it first (move the rod up and down till there's no more air in the system)... :cool:

 

[Lando]

Yep. I think i got it down. Thanks for all the help im gonna tear into it tomorrow i will let u guys know how it goes. :cool:

 

[Lando]

Thanks for all the help everyone. I did my forks this weekend and it was a breeze.