Posted September 4, 200717 yr i am trying to find out how to repair my fork seals. they seem to be leaking. how can i reseal and repair my forks? i am also wondering if it would be worth it to get forks from a newer bike so i could have disc brakes. is that possible? what would be best in the end? also, where is the best place to find used parts for this bike? it is a 1982 yamaha xt 550. thanks to all for help and suggestions.
September 5, 200717 yr Moderator to the forum Mucho I commend you on your choice of Yamaha's! Sounds like you're @ the decision point of making the upgrade that I've been wanting to do to mine for 3 years now! The 550 was only produced in '82 & '83......so if it was me....I'd look for a (hopefully complete) front end from '84-90 XT600. It should be pretty much a straight bolt-up deal....& it'll vastly improve the braking performance.
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