Do the forks HAVE to come off to change the fork oil?
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Do the forks HAVE to come off to change the fork oil?
Hi. I have a new to me 99 KDX and I wanted to change the fork oil. I realize most say change the springs yada yada yada....but I am a rookie, this is my first bike and it's used so I want to ride it this year first before putting anymore $ into it. Is there a way to change the fork oil without taking the forks off? What oil should I use? I am about 190 pds. I have already changed the trans oil and coolant. Should the rear shock be rebuilt?Thanks
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The forks come off easy enough. It'll give you a chance to check the front wheel bearings.
Pay attention to torque setting on the fasteners when you put it back. Some of those bolts are easy to snap!
Just take them off, take the top cap off, and let them drain over night.
Pay attention to torque setting on the fasteners when you put it back. Some of those bolts are easy to snap!
Just take them off, take the top cap off, and let them drain over night.
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'99 CR/KDX Hybrid with that RB stuff done to it
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'99 CR/KDX Hybrid with that RB stuff done to it
KX100 for the boy
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Here's the owners manual from Kawasaki.
http://www.kawasaki-techinfo.net/showOM ... &chapter=0
It covers your basic fork service.
http://www.kawasaki-techinfo.net/showOM ... &chapter=0
It covers your basic fork service.
If I can't do it, I'm sure someone else can!
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