Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Technical, Bike forums > Yamaha Tech
XT600 Fork Seal Leak (New Seals) XT600 Fork Seal Leak (New Seals)
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Yamaha Tech Originally the Yamaha XT600 Tech Forum, due to demand it now includes all Yamaha's technical / mechanical / repair / preparation questions.
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Like Tree1Likes
  • 1 Post By mountaincadre

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 6 Jan 2014
Wordsworth's Avatar
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Wickenburg/Anchorage
Posts: 8
XT600 Fork Seal Leak (New Seals)
Hey guys

I did a fork seal job on my 1990 XT600E, followed the package instructions, replacing only the seal & oil, making sure all of the surfaces were clean.

The issue I am having now is consistent leaking from both seals. Has anyone else had the same problem? If so what is the prescribed remedy?
__________________
New tires, new chain...what could go wrong?
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 6 Jan 2014
xtrock's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Norway
Posts: 1,368
Yes they can be difficult to replace because they are very easy to damage when fitting, a small scratch is enought for the oil pressure to make it leak. You can use heat on them before replacing and oil them.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 6 Jan 2014
*Touring Ted*'s Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Wirral, England.
Posts: 5,673
Sure they're the correct size seals ??

How did you press the new seals in ???

I always put an some cling film over the fork tube when I slide the new seal over.


Newly fitted seals can appear to leak when they're not. It's residual oil from installation. Id advise cleaning it all off thoroughly and keep bouncing and cleaning .. over and over.

Slide the dust seals off to keep checking.

Ted
__________________
Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 6 Jan 2014
Wordsworth's Avatar
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Wickenburg/Anchorage
Posts: 8
they are the correct seals

I slid them on no need to press

these leak...quite a bit. Probably damaged them while installing them knowing my backwards way of dealing with problems
__________________
New tires, new chain...what could go wrong?
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 6 Jan 2014
*Touring Ted*'s Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Wirral, England.
Posts: 5,673
My experience with seals that don't need to be pressed in is that they're either cheap crap that don't fit well enough or a component is worn/corroded.

If these are £5 seals off ebay then that's a good place to start..

Get some quality ones and try again..
__________________
Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 7 Jan 2014
*Touring Ted*'s Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Wirral, England.
Posts: 5,673
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mezo View Post
Watch this video, saw this a couple of years ago.



Mezo.

Interesting....... £5.79 on Ebay. Looks like you could make one easily from any old scrap plastic though.


Worth a try as a quick fix. However, jamming that up behind the seal will stretch the seal lip. But if you were going to change them anyway, so what !!

I'm going to buy one and try it out on the leaky bikes that come into the workshop..


Ted
__________________
Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 7 Jan 2014
Wordsworth's Avatar
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Wickenburg/Anchorage
Posts: 8
the seals were "leak free" brand ordered from the local cycle shop for $22something. The old ones were damaged as the dust cover didn't do its job and the previous (evil) owner removed the shock boots.

so a new fork seal job is in order and neoprene shock booties are on the way.
__________________
New tires, new chain...what could go wrong?
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 7 Jan 2014
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 35
Sometimes it is just a case of the seals being not seated properly/lip on seal not seated properly, try popping the dust seals and if you have any old film negatives wrap it tightly round the leg and do the up/down motion thing , this should pop the seal/lip back in. Its an oldie but its got me out of trouble more than once.
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
what fork seals for Honda XR250L with USD forks stuxtttr Honda Tech 3 26 Jan 2014 01:22
xt600 fork seals, how to split forks smokinrider Yamaha Tech 7 5 Dec 2013 21:43
TT600R - Fork overhaul Belden Yamaha Tech 3 9 Sep 2013 01:21
Oil leak xt600 xtrock Yamaha Tech 21 20 May 2013 18:13
DR650 Fork Seals in Patagonia bigmalcy South America 2 9 Mar 2012 18:46

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-15
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 16:10.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top