Just changed my fork oil today using your video as a guide. Great video, right to the point, simple, no loud music, no silly intro....lol. Great video!
Hey, This is the first video I have seen on Victory fork oil. I paid a mechanic about $175 to do what you did in this video. Next time I am going to do it myself and save some money. Thanks for taking the time to do this video.
One thought that comes to mind is there is a layer of oil (small at that) that remains in the container and the funnel when pouring in to the fork leg. To be more accurate in what you return to the fork leg, it would be good to pour it in to the other identical measuring container through the funnel to see how much it drops by. Add that much (difference) to what you think you need, to allow it to not make it back in to fork leg. If ya catch my drift... Of course the funnel would need to be wiped clean for the second pour to keep accuracy. What's hard to measure is the minute amount that would seep through the seals in use. But that's another story of oil loss. Looks like it may be minimal. Great Vid! Thanks for sharing!!!
Possibly, but it is so minuscule that it would not change the performance. The important thing is to make sure they are as equal as can be. Personally I wouldn't worry to much about that minuscule amount . RIDE SAFE!
Before loosening the top cap, loosen the top triple tree clamp first. The top cap will then loosen with ease. The reason is because a tight top clamp is squeezing the top of the fork against the cap. Good video!
You probably realized that the anti-lock brake sensor determines what side each fork goes . My only question is how much total fork oil is recommended for both forks ?
Would you know if it's the same process for a Vegas I known I don't have inverted forks I have all the new stuff inner and outer bushings springs and seals 2; different brands to make sure. Question is can I just change my oil bike only has 10k miles but it's feels like when I hit the front brakes it bottoms out or comes very close is that normal for victory
I just did this today on my xr. I put a video on RUclips because the forks are making a weird sound now. Wonder if you have any suggestions! I torqued the caps in the triple tree which I think is the only thing I did differently than you. Anyway, thanks for the video!
I have no idea what that noise is. It sounds like there's no oil in the forks. Did you drain the old oil out and measure it like I did. It should be the same amount in each fork tube. it sounds like the fork spring is rubbing against the inside of the tube or something. if I can come up with something I will let you know. Ride Safe!
Hi Davide I'm not sure what you mean by oil gasket, if your referring to the oil seals, no I didn't replace anything but the oil in the tubes. If the seals aren't leaking don't ask for trouble. Maybe I'll save that Video for another day. As far as performance I didn't notice any difference after I changed the oil. I still love the way it handles. I just Changed the oil because the manual said it was due. Good Luck, And please RIDE SAFE!
Thanks great video. I know it was winter when you did this and most likely a good bit of time passed between rides but did you notice a difference? Also what temperature was the shop when you drained the oil? Thanks
I didn't notice any difference in ride quality but it was time to change the oil. I've change it again since along with seals and bushing but I didn't do a video of it. I keep my shop at about 66 to 68 degrees, it just depends how cold these tired old bones get.
It had about 35,000 on it. And it wasn't as dirty as some I've seen. I have 63,000 on it now and just did them again but this time I change the bushings and seals. And the oil looked the same this time too. But If I had to do all over again I probably would wait till I had at least 50,000 on it and did bushing seals and oil all at once. Good Luck and Ride Safe!
No, I didn't notice any difference I used the same weight OEM Victory oil so I wouldn't notice any difference in the ride. But you could try a heavier or lighter weight oil to change the ride if you like. Good Luck and Ride Safe!
I also watched a video from witch doctors in which he showed a drain plug in the bottom ! My question is , Is it still necessary to remove the wheel, brakes and fender to do this oil change ? I was thinking to pull the plug on the bottom and drain it, then pull the cap off the top and fill it ! It seems to save an hour or so on the job. Anyone else done it this way before ?
Oh but there is a drain plug at the bottom of each fork. 8mm Allen with a copper crush washer. The real question is how much trouble is it to get the clearance to pour in the oil? My suggestion is to change the fork seals now that you're this far into it. Seals are very inexpensive on eBay. Thanks for the video.
Just changed my fork oil today using your video as a guide. Great video, right to the point, simple, no loud music, no silly intro....lol. Great video!
Thanks.
Ride Safe!
Thanks for this. There is limited walk-throughs on vic diy topics and I appreciate every one!
You're very welcome!
Ride Safe!
Hey,
This is the first video I have seen on Victory fork oil.
I paid a mechanic about $175 to do what you did in this video.
Next time I am going to do it myself and save some money.
Thanks for taking the time to do this video.
Hi Dana, It is pretty easy to do. Just make sure you measure the oil you drain out, so you put the correct amount back in.
Good Luck and RIDE SAFE!
This was absolutely VERY VERY well done. Well explained - well video'd - one of the BEST I've seen. Thank you SOOO much!!
Thank you so much for the words of encouragement.
Good Luck and Ride Safe!
Loosening the cap 1st. Very good tip !
Thanks, RIDE SAFE!
Thanks for posting. Just did my Cross Roads. Your no nonsense method works well.
I'm glad to be of help.
Good Luck and Ride Safe!
One thought that comes to mind is there is a layer of oil (small at that) that remains in the container and the funnel when pouring in to the fork leg. To be more accurate in what you return to the fork leg, it would be good to pour it in to the other identical measuring container through the funnel to see how much it drops by. Add that much (difference) to what you think you need, to allow it to not make it back in to fork leg. If ya catch my drift... Of course the funnel would need to be wiped clean for the second pour to keep accuracy.
What's hard to measure is the minute amount that would seep through the seals in use. But that's another story of oil loss. Looks like it may be minimal.
Great Vid! Thanks for sharing!!!
Possibly, but it is so minuscule that it would not change the performance. The important thing is to make sure they are as equal as can be. Personally I wouldn't worry to much about that minuscule amount . RIDE SAFE!
Just replaced my fork oil and seals using this as a guide and saved myself an estimated $800!
Glade it was Helpful.
Ride Safe!
Before loosening the top cap, loosen the top triple tree clamp first. The top cap will then loosen with ease. The reason is because a tight top clamp is squeezing the top of the fork against the cap. Good video!
Thanks so much for this video!!!!!
Thank you for the content
Liked and subscribed, thanks!
You probably realized that the anti-lock brake sensor determines what side each fork goes . My only question is how much total fork oil is recommended for both forks ?
Great video. Thanks
Thanks for your support, I really appreciate the support. RIDE SAFE
Very good instructions, but lose the headcam, it will make it much easier to follow
Would you know if it's the same process for a Vegas I known I don't have inverted forks I have all the new stuff inner and outer bushings springs and seals 2; different brands to make sure.
Question is can I just change my oil bike only has 10k miles but it's feels like when I hit the front brakes it bottoms out or comes very close is that normal for victory
I just did this today on my xr. I put a video on RUclips because the forks are making a weird sound now. Wonder if you have any suggestions! I torqued the caps in the triple tree which I think is the only thing I did differently than you. Anyway, thanks for the video!
I have no idea what that noise is. It sounds like there's no oil in the forks. Did you drain the old oil out and measure it like I did. It should be the same amount in each fork tube. it sounds like the fork spring is rubbing against
the inside of the tube or something. if I can come up with something I will let you know. Ride Safe!
Did you change the oil gasket or did you just change the fluid?
How did it perform later?
Amazing video btw cause I will do it myself!
Thank you
Hi Davide
I'm not sure what you mean by oil gasket, if your referring to the oil seals, no I didn't replace anything but the oil
in the tubes. If the seals aren't leaking don't ask for trouble. Maybe I'll save that Video for another day. As far as performance I didn't notice any difference after I changed the oil. I still love the way it handles. I just Changed the oil because the manual said it was due.
Good Luck,
And please RIDE SAFE!
Hi. does Victory Hammer also require 400ml of fork oil?
Thanks great video. I know it was winter when you did this and most likely a good bit of time passed between rides but did you notice a difference? Also what temperature was the shop when you drained the oil? Thanks
I didn't notice any difference in ride quality but it was time to change the oil. I've change it again since along with seals and bushing but I didn't do a video of it. I keep my shop at about 66 to 68 degrees, it just depends how cold these tired old bones get.
Excellent video, how many miles was on your bike for the oil to be that dirty? Thanks.
It had about 35,000 on it. And it wasn't as dirty as some I've seen. I have 63,000 on it now and just did them again
but this time I change the bushings and seals. And the oil looked the same this time too. But If I had to do all over again I probably would wait till I had at least 50,000 on it and did bushing seals and oil all at once.
Good Luck and Ride Safe!
should compress front fork with wheel on it to allow proper tripletree alignment before torquing it up? I guess that what was the tape for...
It's not necessary I just wanted everything to go back the same way. Some times I can be pretty anal about stuff.
Ride Safe!
Picked up the mileage in the video, did you notice a difference in the ride ?
No, I didn't notice any difference I used the same weight OEM Victory oil so I wouldn't notice any difference in the ride. But you could try a heavier or lighter weight oil to change the ride if you like.
Good Luck and Ride Safe!
I also watched a video from witch doctors in which he showed a drain plug in the bottom ! My question is , Is it still necessary to remove the wheel, brakes and fender to do this oil change ? I was thinking to pull the plug on the bottom and drain it, then pull the cap off the top and fill it ! It seems to save an hour or so on the job. Anyone else done it this way before ?
There are no drain plugs on a Victory for some reason they decided no to put any. Maybe to encourage you to bring it back to a dealer. RIDE SAFE
Oh but there is a drain plug at the bottom of each fork. 8mm Allen with a copper crush washer. The real question is how much trouble is it to get the clearance to pour in the oil? My suggestion is to change the fork seals now that you're this far into it. Seals are very inexpensive on eBay. Thanks for the video.
How Many ounces did you forks require
I replaced 400 ML but I heard 470ML so I went by what I took out since my forks weren't leaking
The other 70ml was probably just what was left over in the strut
@@xcbobct5635 was that 400 ML total or for each fork? Thanks!