New fork seals

[redhot]

I'm sure this topic will have been been covered....but I can't find it when I search the forum. So, what are the recomendations when it comes to new fork seals and bushes? Honda genuine parts or are after market suppliers such as Slinky Glides (as supplied by Wemoto), worth a try? Are there any brands to steer clear of? Your experiences?

[sirch345]

Have a read of this link, there is some good information there, including the make this Forum member used:
https://www.vtr1000.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?p=504371

Chris.

[fabiostar]

Maybe just me but when it comes to seals in anything i always use OEM.

[sirch345]

Maybe just me but when it comes to seals in anything i always use OEM.

No it's not just you, I'm the same and should have said that in my post above

Chris.

[redhot]

Thanks for the prompt replies gents. Honda parts will, of course, work. I was just curious about good alternatives that may be a little cheaper.

[firestorm_al]

Thanks for the prompt replies gents. Honda parts will, of course, work. I was just curious about good alternatives that may be a little cheaper.

I have a Matrix FSE kit sitting here ready to be fitted to my V-Strom over the winter. In preperation for that I ordered up the Wemoto fork seal kit. But when it arrived I wasn't overly impressed with the look of them especially with the dust deal having the metal spring on the outside so just went out and bought the OEM items instead for piece of mind.

Al.