arkive2097 Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Hi all, My bike (YBR125 2008) is due for it's first MOT, and I gave it a quick check over. One thing I did notice was oil seeping out of one of the fork seals, so I'm guessing I'll have to replace that before the MOT itself. Is this a job I could do myself? Or is it worth getting the local (!) bike shop to do it before doing the MOT itself? Bear in mind my access to tools has been limited, although could easily buy what is needed if it's easy to do. What would I need if I tackle this myself? For reference, I just serviced the back brake (seized due to dust) and also replaced chain and sprockets (quite easy IMO), so I'm not afraid of getting my hands dirty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reginald herring Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 as far as special too;ls you'll need a 14mm & 8mm Allen key and a very long T70 key. a wooden broom handle can be used in lieu of T70 if you whittle it to shape. you also need a seal hook, be careful not too f**k inner tube or smooth chrome. i am working on mine and not having much luck with seal as I am continuing to get leaks. maybe not the righy size seals... not sure? see for more info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badgerofmight Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I did this a couple of months back with the help of the future father in law, who is a seasoned engineer. Even so, it was still a looong job. It's not the difficult in itself, you'll just come up against little problems as you go through like the point where you ideally need the T70. I would definitely recommend getting all the right tools. I didnt have the T70 and we were shoving all sorts down the tube to get some purchase. Also tried to do it without a seal hook. Reckoned a screwdriver and a bit of care would do but the inside of the tube got scored. We smoothed it off and it has seemed ok for the past few months but I know its there and I wish it wasnt. As for the actual seal I just went to the local yam dealer. They love me there cos I constantly piss money into their pockets, but at least I was sure of the size and fit wich is one less worry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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