If I had a magna, I think I would put 1400 miles on it in a month. I LOVE that bike. A buddy of mine bought one before he got his M1 and asked me to help him pick it up. We drove 5 hours there and I rode that bike back. Was a 95’ and ran beautifully. He wrecked it beyond repair (frame damage) about 4 months after that and it broke my damn heart. I don’t talk to that buddy anymore
As a 1999 Magna owner (3rd gen), needing a fork overhaul, this video is perfect timing. Mine definitely aren't that bad, but man your knowledge is so appreciated!!
04 shadow vt1100, taking the bike out of storage for the last 3 years. The front fork seal/oil replacement has been stumping me. Been watching your other vids for years on maintenance tips. Putting this one out now is perfect timing thanks!
i actually had to replace the left fork when i rebuilt mine.the retaining clip had litterally corroded themselves permanently in the retaining groove.judging by the color of the oil in them.they hadnt been serviced in 21 years.i was pissed because i had allready bought seals bushings oil caps & progressive springs.then an additional 100 for a rebuildable fork in good cosmetic shape.it was worth in the end.with progressive 412's on the rear, it rides & handles better than new.im glad the former owners serviced the brakes & engine better than the forks & shocks.
I take the springs out and shove a broom stick down the fork to put some pressure on the bolt at the bottom and then use an impact, has not failed yet.
Funny your doing a Magna. Have an 84' lawsuit 700 C, that I found in the Heart Lands of Ohio a while back. Sadly I'll be forced to address the front shocks at some point, along with it's carburators and other parts. Always appreciate your content and masterful instruction. Have a great weekend.
I'd love to see a vid on doing the 80s air assist fork. Could use it for my 82 nighthawk 650SC. Manual just walks you through some of the steps. Then once you reach a certain point, it says to take it to the honda dealership to actually take them apart.
Please consider a video on removal & replacement of the water pump on a 2003 Honda Shadow. Manual says engine has to be removed for this! Also, have you recorded a video on how to adjust valves using a feeler gauge for the same and/or similar bike? Thank you so much for creating this sort of content for all of us who appreciate it. Cheers
Yeah, my bad. Was referring to the 2003, Honda Shadow, VT750 ACE, but this has been an issue with other years of this model as well. Thinking about removing some of the engine mounting bolts and slightly lifting the engine to get more clearance.
Great instructional video thanks. I’m currently doing a 1994 Magna but having problems with the carbs. Have you done a video for carbs on this model. My problem is everything is as it should be floats loose etc, replaced all jets and float valves, fuel just flows straight through contaminating the oil. Any ideas would be helpful thanks
Hi, i just bought 33 mm original HONDA fork seals for a cx500. They look the same feom both side with spring on both sides . Which one is the top one , is it the same on this ones ?? Thanks a lot , great videos, Gus
If you’re expecting friends to drop by or especially if a small child is nearby try shimming the brake pads with wooden shims because no doubt about it your buddy is going to squeeze the lever while your calipers are hanging free. Definitely kids. Happens every time.
Cody!!! You are the man. Now I am the man because I am the fork dude. (Thanks to this video)
NICE!
Dude, you are the type of person we need on this planet. Awesome video man !
I appreciate that!
If I had a magna, I think I would put 1400 miles on it in a month. I LOVE that bike. A buddy of mine bought one before he got his M1 and asked me to help him pick it up. We drove 5 hours there and I rode that bike back. Was a 95’ and ran beautifully. He wrecked it beyond repair (frame damage) about 4 months after that and it broke my damn heart. I don’t talk to that buddy anymore
That story excalated quickly! What a bummer!
As a 1999 Magna owner (3rd gen), needing a fork overhaul, this video is perfect timing. Mine definitely aren't that bad, but man your knowledge is so appreciated!!
quality vid AGAIN. thank you Cody.
Im about to have to re build the forks on my 2002 Honda Vlx. Thank you for this video!
04 shadow vt1100, taking the bike out of storage for the last 3 years. The front fork seal/oil replacement has been stumping me. Been watching your other vids for years on maintenance tips. Putting this one out now is perfect timing thanks!
i actually had to replace the left fork when i rebuilt mine.the retaining clip had litterally corroded themselves permanently in the retaining groove.judging by the color of the oil in them.they hadnt been serviced in 21 years.i was pissed because i had allready bought seals bushings oil caps & progressive springs.then an additional 100 for a rebuildable fork in good cosmetic shape.it was worth in the end.with progressive 412's on the rear, it rides & handles better than new.im glad the former owners serviced the brakes & engine better than the forks & shocks.
Cody, thanks a ton. This helped me do the forks on my 97 Magna. Thanks for sharing your skills.
Perfect timing! I'm going to do mine tomorrow
I take the springs out and shove a broom stick down the fork to put some pressure on the bolt at the bottom and then use an impact, has not failed yet.
Haha! I can imagine that working well! nice
Funny your doing a Magna. Have an 84' lawsuit 700 C, that I found in the Heart Lands of Ohio a while back. Sadly I'll be forced to address the front shocks at some point, along with it's carburators and other parts. Always appreciate your content and masterful instruction. Have a great weekend.
GLad you enjoy it Murray! Get cookin!
@@TheMotorcycleMD enjoy and get lots of answers from your individual video's, even though I've been too long in the game. Warm Regards.
I'd love to see a vid on doing the 80s air assist fork. Could use it for my 82 nighthawk 650SC. Manual just walks you through some of the steps. Then once you reach a certain point, it says to take it to the honda dealership to actually take them apart.
Noted!
Thank you for this new video, Cody. Sooo usefull 👌
👍waiting more videos for Magna
Please consider a video on removal & replacement of the water pump on a 2003 Honda Shadow. Manual says engine has to be removed for this! Also, have you recorded a video on how to adjust valves using a feeler gauge for the same and/or similar bike? Thank you so much for creating this sort of content for all of us who appreciate it. Cheers
Are you talking about a VT1100? There are a few different shadow models out there that share the name.
Yeah, my bad. Was referring to the 2003, Honda Shadow, VT750 ACE, but this has been an issue with other years of this model as well. Thinking about removing some of the engine mounting bolts and slightly lifting the engine to get more clearance.
Great video. Thank you for sharing.
Hey thanks for the great content and tips
Thanks.
Welcome!
Tanks for share
Great instructional video thanks. I’m currently doing a 1994 Magna but having problems with the carbs. Have you done a video for carbs on this model. My problem is everything is as it should be floats loose etc, replaced all jets and float valves, fuel just flows straight through contaminating the oil. Any ideas would be helpful thanks
I have an entire course on these magna carbs.
www.themotorcyclemd.com/V-Four-carb-cleaning-workshop
Hi, i just bought 33 mm original HONDA fork seals for a cx500.
They look the same feom both side with spring on both sides . Which one is the top one , is it the same on this ones ??
Thanks a lot , great videos, Gus
I have a question for you. In order to get it apart, If the head continues to turn inside the fork, how do you hold the head from spinning.
If you’re expecting friends to drop by or especially if a small child is nearby try shimming the brake pads with wooden shims because no doubt about it your buddy is going to squeeze the lever while your calipers are hanging free. Definitely kids. Happens every time.
Hahahaha this is such a true statement.. love it
@@TheMotorcycleMD I speak from experience.
hello Cody
I have a kawasaki, kz750 twin, it has air forks but i can't find any information about it.
could you tell me how to load them?
thanks.
Try a handheld bike pump! They dont take alot!
I got a 84 Honda magna vf700c an idk what tf I’m doing 😂😅
Just a comment for the RUclips maths.
Much appreciated brother! hahaha
No-Leak fork seals… BWAHAHAHAHA 😂😂😂. What a joke.