Can anyone tell me how to separate the inner fork tube from the outer tube ?

I need to replace the seals.

Do I just pull them apart until the seal pops out ?

( I have removed the Wiper and the Spring clip that holds the seal in )

Its an 02 Pro 200

Cheers

Edited March 12, 200521 yr by Spokes

Have you taken out the bolt at the bottom of the slider?

On my BETA rev3 once you've taken the bolt out the bottom...you just have to pull them apart...BUT it sometimes takes several attempts

An expert in these matters ( JTT ) tells me that its just

Bottom bolt out and then slide hammer the forks apart !

Apply a bit of heat if they are not moving !

Thanks

Just didnt want to break owt !

i was slide hammering mine for ages. then my dad came along stuck a screwdriver and pair of pliers in pulled out a bit of wire. then thay came apart easily use slide hammer method.

Yes, removing the retaining clip is critical to the operation....don't worry, we've all done it.

I'll tell you what is not a good idea shall I ?

Rebuild both your fork legs ( after fitting new seals ) and mount them on the bike, Fit the wheel, then bleed the front brake ( Changed fluid ).

All this at 9 am on Sunday Morning ! With 2 mates waiting to get off to Matlock to ride. ( I Started at 6.30 ! )

Started pushing th bike out only to turn and catch a glimpse of 2 Fork seal retaining clips on the bench !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Arrrrrrrrrrrrggggggggghhhhhhhh

Nevermind eh ! It didn't take long ! And had a great day out riding at Matlock !

Even managed to 'stack it' right in front of Mick Andrews !

I looked a right prat ! Who put all those Rocks in the way !!??

Edited March 14, 200521 yr by Spokes

Did he give you any free advice...or just have a good laugh at your expense

Glad to hear you made your event Spokes...life's boring without a little excitement