Leaking fork and woodcraft bar ends

Cuongism · September 23rd, 2010, 09:28 AM

On my 08 ninja, the left fork had a pretty bad leak when I first got it a few months back. I replaced both fork seals with aftermarket ones that I got from a local bike shop. I did use steel wool and a file for bad pits/bumps on the forks. However, the left fork still "leaks," just not as bad as before. It doesn't leak out anymore, but the dust cover (wiper) does get wet and I wipe them after each ride.
I'm now replacing the left fork seal and dust cover with OEM parts. Any suggestions if it still leaks? I don't want to drop a few hundred for a new fork. I heard cyano acrylate glue over pits may help. I also live two blocks from the ocean so that speeds up rust. Can I WD40 the fork once a week to prevent the rust?

On another note, I have woodcraft clipons that are missing the end caps.

I have an extra pair of universal bar ends. Anyone ever tried having bar ends on both sides? Wanted to get an opinion if it's dangerous before I do it. Might even help the handlebar vibration

kkim · September 23rd, 2010, 11:30 AM

wd40 should be okay. spray it on and wipe it down and I think you'll be fine on a weekly basis.

why not use the stock bar ends on the WC and move the caps on the ends you have now inboard?

Cuongism · September 23rd, 2010, 11:47 AM

Haha, I forgot I had those plastic ends. I do currently have stock bar ends on them. I guess it'll come down to looks. I didn't push either of them all the way in.

Just curious if it helps any with vibration. I'll probably just leave it exposed to be honest. It never rains here so I don't have to worry about water collecting.

kkim · September 23rd, 2010, 11:53 AM

umm, my WCs came with flat, black, plastic pieces on the ends. are yours new or did you get them used?

Cuongism · September 23rd, 2010, 11:56 AM

I got them used and knew they were missing. I can always get new bars for $13, but am looking to experiment around.

September 23rd, 2010, 09:28 AM	#1
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	Leaking fork and woodcraft bar ends On my 08 ninja, the left fork had a pretty bad leak when I first got it a few months back. I replaced both fork seals with aftermarket ones that I got from a local bike shop. I did use steel wool and a file for bad pits/bumps on the forks. However, the left fork still "leaks," just not as bad as before. It doesn't leak out anymore, but the dust cover (wiper) does get wet and I wipe them after each ride. I'm now replacing the left fork seal and dust cover with OEM parts. Any suggestions if it still leaks? I don't want to drop a few hundred for a new fork. I heard cyano acrylate glue over pits may help. I also live two blocks from the ocean so that speeds up rust. Can I WD40 the fork once a week to prevent the rust? On another note, I have woodcraft clipons that are missing the end caps. I have an extra pair of universal bar ends. Anyone ever tried having bar ends on both sides? Wanted to get an opinion if it's dangerous before I do it. Might even help the handlebar vibration

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September 23rd, 2010, 11:30 AM	#2
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	wd40 should be okay. spray it on and wipe it down and I think you'll be fine on a weekly basis. why not use the stock bar ends on the WC and move the caps on the ends you have now inboard?

September 23rd, 2010, 11:47 AM	#3
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	Haha, I forgot I had those plastic ends. I do currently have stock bar ends on them. I guess it'll come down to looks. I didn't push either of them all the way in. Just curious if it helps any with vibration. I'll probably just leave it exposed to be honest. It never rains here so I don't have to worry about water collecting.

September 23rd, 2010, 11:53 AM	#4
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	umm, my WCs came with flat, black, plastic pieces on the ends. are yours new or did you get them used?

September 23rd, 2010, 11:56 AM	#5
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	I got them used and knew they were missing. I can always get new bars for $13, but am looking to experiment around.