Getting ready for fork seal replacement on my 82 XS400 Maxim

Hi all,

I've been reading post like:
http://www.xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic ... +seal.html

and

http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=18730.html

I am wondering if there are 2 people, do I still need to use those fork holding tool to lossen the dampening rod's bolt (@ the bottom of the fork)?

Also, is there other recommended item to replace along with the seals?

Thanks for all!!

 

I didn't need to use a fork holding tool to loosen the bolt on my 400.
Used my workmate bench to hold them steady.

Replace the dust caps too is a good idea, and depending on the condition maybe the circlips at the top of the forks.

For me the big problem was getting the old ones out, but 1 cap was cracked and there was a ton of junk in there...

Relax and take your time with it. I did it as a total novice, not quite as scary as bad as I was expecting.