We are going to rebuild the right fork on a 2000 Honda GL1500C Valkyrie. Fork seal replacement.

In this video we are going to replace the right fork seal on a 2000 Honda GL1500C Valkyrie. We will change the suspension oil, inspect the fork bushings and replace the fork seals. We will be using OEM Honda Genuine parts.
We will remove, tear down, inspect and rebuild the right fork.

[@michaeltait3783]

Getting ready to replace seals in my 99 Interstate. Your videos have been a huge help for me. Thank you very much for the instructions 😊

[@robertkupper1327]

Great video, you make a tricky job look easy, well "Do-able. 👍

[@RaymoreRepair]

Thank you for watching.

[@MrGuitar478]

Great instructional video. talked to a dealer about rebuilding the front forks they said it was a real pain to do and cost $500. They might need to watch this video to learn the painless way!

[@RaymoreRepair]

I worked as a Honda motorcycle technician for more than 20 years. You learn a thing or two about a thing or two. Thank you for watching.

[@oldfuk-tat]

I replaced my seal on my 97 Valk after watching this video. The only problem I ran into was compressing the tube so I could place the lock nut on dampener. So I used what I had lol. A ratchet tie down. I put the ratchet end on top, with it hooked in the side hole of the tube. Tied the strap around the bottom. Worked like a charm.

[@RaymoreRepair]

Nice work!

[@josephcarlat9414]

Yes. Good idea. I fabricated a tool instead. A ratchet strap would have been less time consuming. However, I enjoyed making the tool and now I have it.

[@leholen381]

That’s a good idea

[@leholen381]

Worked pretty well. Didn’t take that long either

[@jimwalker1070]

I rebuilt my right fork last night thanks to you. Saved me about 500 bucs. Thank you.

[@wildbill5670]

I'm working on a 98. Just finished the left fork now on the right. Great video. Got my fingers crossed she starts. Sat for so long I had to go through the carbs. Huge job, trust me. Especially getting them back in. The part that was a nightmare was getting those air box rubbers fully sat back on the carbs.

[@RaymoreRepair]

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching

[@W0CYC-HamRadioEndeavors]

Awesome video! Everything looks simple except for one thing. How did you get the spring compressed and get the snap ring back in place? I have progressive springs in mine which will be even more stiff. Thank you for the video!

[@masonh.6814]

Is it necessary to remove the dampening rod to separate the upper tube from the lower tube on the right fork?

[@leholen381]

“Unorthodox ways” I need to know those unorthodox ways because I’m stuck at that part.

[@leholen381]

I got it thanks to the ratchet strap comment

[@bobloblah3472]

Thanks for making this video. I have a 99 Valkyrie Interstate with same leaky seals. After dealing with IDIOTS at Honda dealer, I'm doing this and a carb rebuild myself!

[@RaymoreRepair]

Thank you for watching.

[@thomasbartlett6771]

Thanks for the wonder repair info, I have a 2003 1500C . Great video and thanks again for posting.

[@RaymoreRepair]

Glad to help

[@megadwood18]

I've got a 2003 Valkyrie are the CCs of oil the same as the 2000

[@RaymoreRepair]

Yes I am pretty sure they will be the same. Thank you for watching.

[@usethenoodle]

Thanks for the video. I just bought one of these. A 1998 GL1500CT for a resto project. Videos are coming up on my channel. I have 3 up so far. I appreciate it.

[@RaymoreRepair]

I will check it out. Thank you for watching.

[@Joe333x]

My damper rod bolt just keeps spinning, cant get it out, or tighten it back it. Bottom part of the rod is spinning with no way to hold it, any advice?

[@RaymoreRepair]

Honda and the aftermarket have tools to hold that damper rod. Thank you for watching.

[@megadwood18]

How many CCs of oil did you put on the right side for?

[@RaymoreRepair]

I don't remember but I used the Honda suggested amount. Thank you for watching.

[@mg34mg34]

Hello Excuse me Honda Valkyrie FORK Fluid capacity May I ask if the left and right sides have the same capacity? There is still a difference. How much CC is on the right? How much CC is on the left? The book says the left and right are different I'm confused Thanks

[@RaymoreRepair]

The right side has a capacity of 670cc and the left is 744cc. Thank you for watching.

[@callumluker6459]

Brilliant informative video. Looks like they take a lot of oil!

[@RaymoreRepair]

Yes they do, Thank you for watching.

[@mrussian7167]

Very nice video!

[@RaymoreRepair]

Thank you very much!

[@MrKakabekajerry]

Sorry, I see you answered that question...thanks!!

[@RaymoreRepair]

No worries!

[@MrKakabekajerry]

Thanks for a great video. I felt confident to rebuild with your help. One question...there is all kinds of chatter about fork oil, so as you are the expert, how much oil goes in the right fork?

[@RaymoreRepair]

That question was answered already. I see by your other post you have seen that. Thank you for watching

[@BazzSelby]

Excellent information, and a great plastic bag', tip! I've been riding Valk's, for 5yrs, and never knew the left fork, had no dampener rod. Me being me, just thought, both forks would have the same, identical, internals. So, why no dampener rod, in the left?

[@RaymoreRepair]

Glad it was helpful! Thank You for watching.

[@larryfath2673]

Would have been nice if you gave Allen wrench size for each of the nuts as well as the nut size on the fork top nut. Giving torque specs ask you gowould have been nice as well.

[@RaymoreRepair]

I'll try to remember to do that next time. Thank you for watching.

[@livetoinspireall2755]

What did you use as a fork seal driver? What did you use to compress the spring while you put the upper C-clip back in.

[@RaymoreRepair]

The next time I am doing some Valkyrie forks I will be much more clear. I have had several people ask the same questions.

[@R-Woz]

Great video Thanks! Seals replaced thanks to your tips & tricks. Saved me alot of time & $ on my 2000 interstate! / subscribe & like👍

[@RaymoreRepair]

Thank you for watching!

[@michaeltait3783]

Some years ago a friend was able to escape communist Illinois and move to Georgia. He offered his wonderful motorcycle lift he used for his Wing Trike. Why o why didn’t I put that thing on trailer and bring it home?? I know why, I too was hoping to escape this communist hell.

[@josephcarlat9414]

Where do you get the fork clamp? It looks handy.

[@RaymoreRepair]

That is a Park Tools stand. I think it was originally used to repair bicycles. It works great for anything round you don't want to damage.

[@thekayakguy5363]

What’s the total amount of oil you used for each fork?

[@RaymoreRepair]

The right side holds 670CC and the left is 744CC

[@rustywood1084]

What state are you in and do you still do work for customers

[@RaymoreRepair]

At this time I do not work on other peoples bikes with the exception of close friends.

[@nevsmate8663]

shame you had to edit it...

[@RaymoreRepair]

Thank you for watching.

[@chief1223]

*click* lmao

[@RaymoreRepair]

Thanks for watching.