1984 gs400e - removing front forks

[oshaggy]

I have a suzuki GS400e that has a leaky fork seal so I'm removing the forks to have the seals replaced by a local shop.

I have the caliper, wheel and fender off. I removed the right side fork by loosening the pinch bolts and it slides right out.

The left fork will do the same, but the "damper" is connected to the caliper as well (see picture). Is it called a damper? I'm not sure.



Do I have to drain the brake fluid from this when I disconnect the hose and refill the resevoir upon re-installation?

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

[Einstein]

Yes, you will have to either drain the fluid, or clamp the pipe with some grips.
And you will need to bleed on re-installing.

The item you show is the anti dive unit..


John

[oshaggy]

Ahhh ok, that's great thank you Albert, errrm, Mr. Einstien

[GregT]

Easier IMO to do it the other way, leave the hydraulic lines in one piece and detatch the anti dive from the fork leg.
Yes, you will have to drain the fork oil but the shop's going to have to do this anyway to replace the seals
If you are prepared to replace the fork oil in both legs yourself you can save a little money and learn something more about your bike.

Greg T