Cleaning Forks (GS550) - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

MaineZuki · 05-10-2004, 02:46 PM

I have a little bit of oxidation and rust spots on the top of my forks. I think there is some near where the bottom fork travels. I'd like to remove the spots. I know that using sand paper will damage the seal and the fork. Is there anything that I can do/use to clean it all up?

Thanks

**87gsxrnut** · 05-10-2004, 05:53 PM

Fine steel wool and some WD-40. If the rust spots are superficial, try WD-40 and a rag first.

Just did that on an '82 Magna and it worked great.

- Nut

dirtyfingers · 05-10-2004, 08:43 PM

600 grit sandpaper. Get it wet with some solvent or light oil.

MaineZuki · 05-16-2004, 10:33 PM

alright guys thanks for the input, I'll give it a try.

05-10-2004, 02:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
MaineZuki Where Am I ? Joined: May 2004 Location: Auburn, Maine Posts: 33	Cleaning Forks (GS550) I have a little bit of oxidation and rust spots on the top of my forks. I think there is some near where the bottom fork travels. I'd like to remove the spots. I know that using sand paper will damage the seal and the fork. Is there anything that I can do/use to clean it all up? Thanks __________________ When Life Speeds By, Downshift '83 GS550E

05-16-2004, 10:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
MaineZuki Where Am I ? Joined: May 2004 Location: Auburn, Maine Posts: 33	alright guys thanks for the input, I'll give it a try. __________________ When Life Speeds By, Downshift '83 GS550E

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05-10-2004, 05:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
87gsxrnut Ho Dog Joined: Dec 2003 Bike: 867-5309 Location: Terror Lake Posts: 4,224	Fine steel wool and some WD-40. If the rust spots are superficial, try WD-40 and a rag first. Just did that on an '82 Magna and it worked great. - Nut

05-10-2004, 08:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
dirtyfingers Ditch Magnet Joined: Mar 2004 Location: Chicago Posts: 167	600 grit sandpaper. Get it wet with some solvent or light oil.

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