leosantanalg Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 i got a new 2017 gas gas contact 250 and after 2 weeks riding I have a fork seal leak. I would take back to the dealer but is a 6hr trip. My questions are: Do I need special tools for the job? if so, which ones and where to find? how do I find how much oil to put back in the fork? cant find in the manual Has anyone done this job and have tips for me?? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lineaway Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 (edited) Does the manual not show the level at 160mm from the top. A level is a better measurement than a capacity. PS you can probably fix the leak without taking it apart. Lift the dust seal off and use a feeler gauge around the inside of the fork seal lip. This can dislodge any dirt causing the leak. Good luck. Edited March 15, 2017 by lineaway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stpauls Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 You most likely have dirt down in the seal. It happens sometimes. You need one of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Seal-Mate-Tool-Fix-Leaking-Fork-Seals-Quick-Easy-Fast-Affordable-BLUE-/172572962991?hash=item282e2670af:g:BrYAAOSwve5XOFnS Watch how do use it on Youtube, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauls320 Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 Have found on more than one occasion (not necessarily on fork seals) inner seal lip being rolled over..probably production worker rushing too much..? seal cleaning tool may push it back over if not creased or tension spring not dislodged?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leosantanalg Posted March 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 I do not have a manual for the bike, What I find odd since I bought it brand new 16 days ago! I have put about 20 hrs of riding so far. I went online and downloaded a manual / parts for the TXT 250 but no info on fluids or "how to" maintenance is there a tool to check the oil level and add oil if necessary? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauls320 Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 Why dont you just phone the dealer that you just bought it from, probably be more than happy to fix you up with specs, parts or just plain info Who knows maybe they will even do house call service for prefered customers?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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