Fork question

[Marc H]

If I raise the front of the trike and pull forward on the wheel how much movement should I get.I realize in that position the bushings will be close together and i'll have more there than at any other position.


Marc

 

[Lee H. Mann]

Your question is vague...

If you are talking about the fork tube and lower leg, any noticeable movement is a concern. It usually indicates worn bushings within the fork assembly.

If you are talking about the collective forks and triple tree movement, re-torque the stem or replace the stem bearings.

 

[Marc H]

Thanks Lee.I was talking fork tube and lower leg movement.Thats what I was thinking.Mines not leaking but seems to have a good bit of movement there.

 

[Pegasus1300]

Thanks Lee.I was talking fork tube and lower leg movement.Thats what I was thinking.Mines not leaking but seems to have a good bit of movement there.

If there is any movement in the slider/Leg then you have worn bushings and should rebuild soon. Because of the forces placed on them trikes seem to wear these areas sooner the a 2 wheeler does.It won't matter if you have a raked/easy steer type front end or an unmodified you will still have more wear in the front end then a normal 2 wheeler.

 

[Marc H]

Thanks guys thats pretty much what I thought.Thanks for the verification.