How To Fix an Mtb Suspension (Xcr Suntour) EASY DIY

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  • @yogeshnaik7445
    @yogeshnaik7445 8 років тому +176

    helpful video mate will sure try it!

  • @thiagofeltrin9841
    @thiagofeltrin9841 3 роки тому +96

    For everyone who's watching, he did it all correctly except for that he forgot to grease it properly at the end (WD40 does not serve as Grease).
    Bike suspensions should always use non rubber corrosive greases like Calcium Grease with almost always type 2 grease viscosity.
    Nice video, bye bye!

    • @jasonparker333
      @jasonparker333 2 роки тому +1

      Hi, I've just a bike with these forks, do they not need any fork oil?

    • @josuevalar6465
      @josuevalar6465 2 роки тому

      Hi, do you know where to get those other than a bike shop?

    • @proAdventurist
      @proAdventurist 3 місяці тому

      This comment is underrated. It is a common misconception to use WD-40 as a lubricant. WD-40 is a SOLVENT. It is designed to remove dirt/grime, etc. WD-40 is not a LUBRICANT. Grease is a lubricant.

  • @rileymullet7932
    @rileymullet7932 5 років тому +23

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I am converting a couple old bikes into a dirt jumper bike and I needed suspension for heavy landings. I used this video and it saved my life as I was going to buy a new suspension fork but I used the video and saved at least a hundred bucks

  • @sams.mk8
    @sams.mk8 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for this video. It helped me restore an old mountain bike so I can get into the sport! You helped me get into the sport of mountain biking and I probably wouldn’t have been able to do it without you.

  • @peterpopovics9901
    @peterpopovics9901 5 років тому +14

    Thank you man!You just helped a 12 year old mtb enthusiast to make his suspensions softer!thank you so much!

    • @Kemo-sc7nt
      @Kemo-sc7nt 5 років тому

      He didnt grease it

    • @peterpopovics9901
      @peterpopovics9901 5 років тому +1

      @@Kemo-sc7nt I can do that lol

    • @sbek1386
      @sbek1386 5 років тому

      @@peterpopovics9901 do it then dont use wd40 for greasing PLEASE use it to clean

    • @nikolajovic8497
      @nikolajovic8497 3 роки тому

      @@sbek1386 WD40 have whole asortiman of products from basic lubricants and cleaners to high end Lithium lubricants etc etc we pessants call WD 40 just one product - universal one ..

  • @jameslowe2979
    @jameslowe2979 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for posting, just bought my son a 2nd hand mtb bike and the forks are stiff. This is really useful.

  • @ericktlacuatl866
    @ericktlacuatl866 6 років тому +20

    I’ve been looking for a good video and this one actually helped

    • @johncabarles2446
      @johncabarles2446 5 років тому +2

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  • @muhammeddanish2757
    @muhammeddanish2757 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks very much . I was searching for such a video . my suspension was stuck for years..

  • @roythearcher
    @roythearcher 4 роки тому +9

    If you don't have grease to hand Don't use WD40 use something like a wet chain lube if you have to. It'll protect the moving parts far better than a thin, solvent based oil which will dry out quickly and leave everything unprotected.
    Better still, wait until you have a dedicated suspension grease!

  • @oscarlavado9169
    @oscarlavado9169 4 роки тому +9

    very timely that YT recommend this vid. 👍🏽👊👏

  • @edgardoinfante3858
    @edgardoinfante3858 8 років тому +407

    You missed the grease.

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  8 років тому +31

      Edgardo Infante yes I did...all I had at the time was WD40

    • @edgardoinfante3858
      @edgardoinfante3858 8 років тому +10

      Thanks for the video. I did the same yesterday with my fork and used your technique to clean the spaces between the fork and the tubes with a rug and a stick. Happy riding :)

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  8 років тому +5

      Edgardo Infante That's it man!!! Keep Riding🤘🏻

    • @jonestizmo1872
      @jonestizmo1872 8 років тому +8

      Thanks for this. I have just bought a teflon grease and wondering where exactly i should apply it to my fork?

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  8 років тому +15

      Jones Tizmo Just apply the grease on all moving parts and work is done

  • @YorkshireBitsnBobs
    @YorkshireBitsnBobs 4 роки тому +30

    All fork instructions say Don't ever use WD40 on them. It swells seals and causes damage. Only use Correct grease

    • @Pushbikesteve
      @Pushbikesteve 10 місяців тому +2

      I was about to say that. You can almost hear the cry from help as he compressed 😂

  • @juliandye979
    @juliandye979 2 роки тому

    This is very helpful - have not seen the insides of front forks before - thank very much for sharing!

  • @nathanmcdonald462
    @nathanmcdonald462 7 років тому +3

    I just want to say thank you!! my trek 4 series hardly moved, now it good as new!!! thank you!

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  7 років тому +1

      Nathan McDonald You welcome mate! Keep Riding

    • @A31Chris
      @A31Chris 6 років тому +1

      You gotta grease it. You
      Can't just slap it back together with only WD40

  • @mararamirez1859
    @mararamirez1859 4 роки тому

    Wow this is owesom I ben looking for a video with out much chit- chat. Just this video is perfect. And believe me a learn and fix my bike 100%. Thank you very much 😊

  • @Nxth.1036
    @Nxth.1036 2 роки тому +2

    I can’t take the cover of the suspension off as the bolts are covered, is there nothing I can do?

  • @James-cartwright
    @James-cartwright 6 років тому +1

    I had the exact same problem, this video helped a lot :) my mountain bike suspension is working like new again

  • @jashbaug
    @jashbaug 6 років тому +1

    Great vid, only change is the WD-40 for final lube. It is mostly kerosene not a lubricant and evaporates. Need to add a lite lube at the assembly. Great work.

  • @Buck2901
    @Buck2901 7 років тому +16

    Super good job! Thanks for posting that.

  • @mywaveinwoodswoodperfumes
    @mywaveinwoodswoodperfumes 3 роки тому +1

    I’m a beginner, and this definitely super helpful

  • @marian8429
    @marian8429 5 років тому

    videoclipul acesta m-a facut sa-mi doresc mai mult sa-mi pun furca pe fata cu suspensii :)

  • @paul-fk7de
    @paul-fk7de 7 років тому +26

    i did mine today it was full of rusty water so after cleaning i loaded it up with grease i guess it will help keep water out

    • @alvierisolorio1791
      @alvierisolorio1791 4 роки тому

      Don’t wipe the grease out tho it will attract dust

    • @nzo_6543
      @nzo_6543 3 роки тому

      @@alvierisolorio1791 he did put grease wdym?

  • @rots2010
    @rots2010 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the video. Please telk me this: what's the size of wrench you used to remove the top cap of the fork? Thanks

  • @Diom79
    @Diom79 3 роки тому +2

    nice work m8. A piece of practical advice. When you spray WD40 on an item and then plan to clean it with a rug, better to hold the rug behind it durig spray, in order to avoid making a mess around and not waste lubricant material

  • @hotterz68
    @hotterz68 4 роки тому

    This is the most useful vid I seen in years ,.. really helpful

    • @mentalmtbtwo9851
      @mentalmtbtwo9851 4 роки тому

      Please don't use this video as it will probably cause more cost that if you ask a professional

  • @muhammadafzal110
    @muhammadafzal110 3 місяці тому

    Excellent work bro.

  • @Artistaslatinos
    @Artistaslatinos 3 роки тому

    That was fantastic!!! Just what I was looking for! Thanks dude!

  • @lilmeow_meow19
    @lilmeow_meow19 6 років тому +1

    Bro this helped me Soo much. Thank you!

  • @53Poot
    @53Poot 8 місяців тому

    If someone needed to replace the rubber boots or the internal rubber insulater's/bumpers where to buy these? Good video by the way!

  • @charleybetts1053
    @charleybetts1053 Рік тому

    I have a specialized mycha 26. It Has the original forks on it (XCT-V3) .. they are basically the same as these. Am I able to stiffen them up? It's made for someone the weighs much less than me..

  • @apshotsnep
    @apshotsnep Рік тому

    at 3:10 mine was very tide its not coming and i unfortunately breaks it and some parts got inside the suspension what should i do

  • @SeanDIY
    @SeanDIY 4 роки тому +4

    Nicely done. I was thinking you were about to grease it and then forgot about it. I'd maybe spray white lithium grease down the fork.

    • @mentalmtbtwo9851
      @mentalmtbtwo9851 4 роки тому

      Jesus no it would destroy the lowers as they are made out of magnesium, Always use suspension grease

  • @YungEarl1
    @YungEarl1 2 роки тому

    you should use some sort of silicone based grease to lube the fork lowers , and sometimes the seals need to be replaced to stop water from getting in the fork and cause rust

  • @fabiociravegna2577
    @fabiociravegna2577 3 роки тому

    Thank you. You saved my bike!

  • @debashishchoudhury1472
    @debashishchoudhury1472 6 років тому

    Learning is very easy with ur instructions. Thanks.

  • @buantiang3811
    @buantiang3811 4 роки тому

    Hi i notice u pull one one side for cleaning, the side that is use for adjustment. How about the other side? Anyway to open it?
    Does this video applies to all basic suntour sus? I happen to have an old bike GT avalanche
    Pls advise thank you you

  • @619boy9
    @619boy9 5 років тому

    If you ride all the time is it necessary to replace it?Or you only do that when you haven't ride for a long time?

  • @harriethare9266
    @harriethare9266 2 роки тому

    Love the old school GT and Giant bikes😍👍

  • @johnspooner4128
    @johnspooner4128 2 роки тому

    I purchased a new Aventon Level E Bike in Mar 2022, it has the cheap
    zoom fork, after about 2 weeks the front fork makes a clunk sound when
    going over some bumps and it's
    pissing me off, it does not do this when it's locked out though, does
    anyone know what the issue is? Or even an upgrade fork the would fit
    this bike? Thanks John

  • @kieron6644
    @kieron6644 2 роки тому

    Did you do both sides of the suspension or just the lock side?

  • @rdmadventure1603
    @rdmadventure1603 2 роки тому +1

    Nice one idol 👍🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️💕

  • @memehub6747
    @memehub6747 4 роки тому +7

    IT is very helpful for me because I’m a new biker and I’m reapering old bikes

  • @aronramos5798
    @aronramos5798 6 років тому +14

    How do I fix my forks if i can't adjust themm my suspension forks was stuck on stiff and i want them to be softer my forks were still clean tho

    • @maxkozinets9270
      @maxkozinets9270 4 роки тому +1

      Did you find a solution

    • @ВелоМастер-ш4б
      @ВелоМастер-ш4б 4 роки тому

      @Max Kozinets 👍👍👍❤️👌👌👌

    • @jamielg5271
      @jamielg5271 3 роки тому

      i would suggest getting a new valve adjuster or check for any corrosion or breaks inside the mechanism less about the fork and more about the hardware inside

  • @rishavkashyap1980
    @rishavkashyap1980 5 років тому +1

    Can this fork fit in the hero ranger bicycle

  • @user-wei--dog
    @user-wei--dog 4 роки тому +1

    No shock absorber oil added?

  • @mozzesss5473
    @mozzesss5473 3 роки тому

    Hello i have the problem. Can you please help me, when i push them in they wouldnt come back up, and it just blocks like that, and i need to pull them up to get them back, and they wont even go in after some time, and also they are hard to pull in. Some people told me to that i need to rub them with hard paper, and wd-40 but i dont know if that would damage them, idk what to do pls help me. I drive TREK XCALIBER 8, with suntour xcr fork.

  • @underpantswedgy
    @underpantswedgy 5 років тому

    thx ..it worked...no longer seized !...... BTW...dont you need to clean the air spring too?

  • @zeljkopetrovic3165
    @zeljkopetrovic3165 3 роки тому

    Druze jel mogu sve to isto uraditi na tori 318 solo air.Jedan stap ulje drugi vazduh necu napraviti problem da iscuri ulje ili vazduh i dali je na kraju podmazivanje stapova samo wd-om.Hvala na video ako je sve to tako da uradim sam da ne dajem pare servisu...pocelo da mi se cuje da cakne kad propadne amortizer unutra malo dublje...hvala joy jednom

  • @SamSung-gf3rt
    @SamSung-gf3rt 4 роки тому +1

    Please use proper grease for internals and also remove the seals and clean. Use 80w90 gear oil to lube seals and stansions too.

  • @alekabitmore7755
    @alekabitmore7755 4 роки тому

    I have a question that i would really want answered. My bike's front oil suspension was recently changed and one day while i was doing wheelies my bike's suspension maxed and from then when i try to do a manual or a bunny hop or whenever i try to lift my front wheel it makes a loud noise. I searched it on both Google and UA-cam but i didn't find anything. If you know how can i solve this problem i would really appreciate it

  • @Piscotofficial
    @Piscotofficial 3 роки тому

    Is that an air fork or a coil? Bcs if it’s a coil i could save some money

  • @mscir
    @mscir 5 років тому +5

    Thanks very much, well done.

  • @PeopleVoicesForObama
    @PeopleVoicesForObama 4 роки тому

    So all all it takes is opening and cleaning to make it work. You don't need to put any oil in there?

  • @dparsitek
    @dparsitek 7 років тому +1

    mantap gan tutorial videonya.. besok langsung dicoba, di fork suntour xcr ane.. 😁

  • @lukem9962
    @lukem9962 7 років тому +11

    you forgot to grease the coil side that will make the most difference

  • @bellagio1066
    @bellagio1066 4 роки тому

    I have a GT Avalanche Comp 29 from 2018. It has a tapered frame. I would like to upgrade the Suntour forks to RockShox. My current Suntour forks are straight. My question is can I replace my straight Suntour forks with Tapered RockShox forks on my bike that has a tapered frame and if so what do I require to do this?

    • @bellagio1066
      @bellagio1066 4 роки тому

      southstar My current forks are straight and the frame is tapered.

  • @lucasbrunger7575
    @lucasbrunger7575 2 роки тому

    Wd40 is a Greace remover/cleaner and lubricant, so I think it's only good for cleaning or quick fix personally

  • @SharifRafidUrRahman
    @SharifRafidUrRahman 6 років тому +1

    Thanks Bro Very Helpful,,,,Saved My $$$

  • @neilfroggycrompton2466
    @neilfroggycrompton2466 5 років тому +4

    U didnt grease any of the internal parts?,would help prevent rust as well as lubricate too.

    • @warriorz_hammer_7743
      @warriorz_hammer_7743 4 роки тому

      WD40 is a water repellent so it helps prevent rust but a good lube is a must :)

  • @makeitathome1327
    @makeitathome1327 2 роки тому

    Is it possible to remove shockers on my bike, and if so, will it break my bike if i remove the shockers? And if it doesn't break the bike, how can i exactly remove the shockers?

  • @고딩스타일링
    @고딩스타일링 3 роки тому

    3:13 There was interference. How did you loose it?

  • @nickjames2267
    @nickjames2267 7 років тому +96

    WD40 removes greese and that's good and I'm sure they work better now but they will wear out quite fast BC you need to have greese in there ! Ahaha

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  7 років тому +18

      Nick james You are right! After this vid I lub it with some grease

    • @jhoresestrada8573
      @jhoresestrada8573 5 років тому +2

      How mutch WD40??

    • @bikelifewill6483
      @bikelifewill6483 5 років тому +1

      Hahhaha

    • @stephenboyd4934
      @stephenboyd4934 4 роки тому +3

      WD 40 has a high amount of water in it & should not be used on a bike ?

    • @craigdavidson2278
      @craigdavidson2278 4 роки тому +5

      @@stephenboyd4934 WD = Water Displacement and 40 was the experiment number.

  • @jareddenisfranco7146
    @jareddenisfranco7146 6 років тому

    what do you recommend for the grease fork or wd40

  • @santanusaha1095
    @santanusaha1095 7 років тому +6

    thanx its helped a lot for my friend😊👍subscribed 😊😊

  • @florintudorache2593
    @florintudorache2593 6 років тому +1

    I_ti Multumesc Foarte Mult pentru Acest Vidio.Rezolvat probleba Datorita Tie.

  • @maximusmaxwell4392
    @maximusmaxwell4392 6 років тому

    good vid but what if you have a cheap RADcamo mtb i tried to take the tops off the forks and a bit of plastic broke off

  • @kadugaming6451
    @kadugaming6451 4 роки тому

    My Btwin suspension Won’t turn Its Very Very Hard To turn It Any Suggestions On what I should do?

  • @alantan79
    @alantan79 4 роки тому

    How bout suspension forks that does not push up again (no more hydraulic pressure)? change the whole suspension fork?

  • @thomasjurd172
    @thomasjurd172 4 роки тому

    Just buying a bike . A very good specialised but the forks only have 10 mm travel so maybe this will help . There was very very little rust forming not alot but a bit near the seales.

  • @P134-i3p
    @P134-i3p 7 років тому +3

    Help! the bolts on the bottom and the thing on the top of the suspension thing are both stuck on like super glue. I need help!
    any tips?

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  7 років тому +1

      TrucksMayPerish WOT Try to use a spray that penetrantes de bolts and hammer a little bit

    • @osoky8550
      @osoky8550 5 років тому

      @@Jap_masters are you dyslexic

  • @sudhanshuverma5725
    @sudhanshuverma5725 4 роки тому

    Bhaia mera front suspebsion shocker mid sa 1 side bent hogayi please tell me that how ican strait that

  • @marcuscruz1736
    @marcuscruz1736 2 роки тому

    Is this for clapped suspensions?

  • @ValentinosKoutekidis
    @ValentinosKoutekidis 5 років тому +2

    At this point I would replace the fork 😂. So much trouble for a fork that will at some point need replacing. But besides that it's a great video. Keep up the good work

  • @Flightstyle_
    @Flightstyle_ 6 років тому +1

    did you only used WD 40 inside of the suspension??

  • @darkman4994
    @darkman4994 3 роки тому

    This is very helpful thanks for uploading ❤❤

  • @TheTorkerman
    @TheTorkerman 6 років тому +2

    Thank you, very helpful video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  6 років тому

      TheTorkerman-Adam Thanks mate!

    • @TheTorkerman
      @TheTorkerman 6 років тому +1

      Riders PT just did this on my sons Suntour XcR, worked great, i mean they are pretty shit forks that have loads of play in the bushings, but at least he can ride now while we save for new forks, thanks again.

  • @toxiczombie4468
    @toxiczombie4468 4 роки тому

    Does it work with Huffy Rock Creek Kolo bikes too?

  • @carlitocaylan6497
    @carlitocaylan6497 2 роки тому

    What is the size of the seal of xcr suntour..... Thank youuuuu

  • @laxmikanwasi8546
    @laxmikanwasi8546 6 років тому

    Yll mere front suspension band padh gya h kya kru yll oiling v kr de but😥 kuxx ni huva plzz rply

  • @bauke-LV426
    @bauke-LV426 4 роки тому

    Thanks for showing this mate 👍

  • @gempilugalagil1722
    @gempilugalagil1722 8 років тому +2

    i see "GRATIS" on U'r WD40 , it's Indonesia language.... where do you buy it ?

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  8 років тому +1

      gempil ugal agil "Grátis" is portuguese and it means "Free" in this case 60ml + for free. I live in Portugal so I bought it here

    • @gempilugalagil1722
      @gempilugalagil1722 8 років тому +1

      wow.... in our language it have same meaning, gratis = free . i never know it before >.< ,

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  8 років тому

      gempil ugal agil ahahah that's cool mate!

    • @tupetsi430
      @tupetsi430 8 років тому +1

      Gratis means 'free' in Swedish aswell! ;D

    • @mddaredevil
      @mddaredevil 7 років тому +1

      And in Romania too

  • @RobertMustiuc
    @RobertMustiuc 5 років тому +3

    HE SAID HE ONLY HAD THAT WD40 STOP THE HATE. Use WD40 to degrease and then use a grease solvent, i recommend you to use BikeWorkx grease lube, Zefal Dry lube or anythink else you like to.

    • @conman1395
      @conman1395 4 роки тому

      Then he shouldn't have made an instructional video. If you aren't going to do it correctly, then why would you make a video on how to do something?

  • @yogasanjaya4633
    @yogasanjaya4633 5 років тому +1

    Is that also work for suntour XCT??

  • @antw289
    @antw289 3 роки тому

    Great video! Nice one! :))

  • @Rene-is3ku
    @Rene-is3ku 6 років тому +2

    I dont have any bolts on my Suspension? Can i remove it?

  • @TheLaughingOtter
    @TheLaughingOtter 5 років тому

    Good video, great job...but...those rusty stanchions are toast...

  • @skay8693
    @skay8693 3 роки тому

    I'm gonna try tomorrow!!!

  • @HennessyArch
    @HennessyArch 7 років тому +2

    I have a Walmart bike and it Front suspension don't even move like I jumped off a big hill with it and I fell off my bike because it didn't even balance I watch this video and I can't take my whole bike apart just to fix that is there any other way and I only have my bike from like a month and I didn't ride in the mud

    • @Jap_masters
      @Jap_masters  7 років тому

      bunker miller when I started Riding I had a bike that had a suspension that doesnt sucks! The Only solution as to buy a new one!

    • @bobsbushcraft8061
      @bobsbushcraft8061 7 років тому +2

      bunker miller it's a bad bike it bottoms out easy

    • @tomaxdead5607
      @tomaxdead5607 7 років тому +2

      The Walmart's bikes are very bad

    • @blue69422
      @blue69422 6 років тому +1

      Buy a better bike 👍

  • @hlsnhg
    @hlsnhg 4 роки тому +1

    what do i need to use to lubricate the suspension?

  • @alexbaker8402
    @alexbaker8402 3 роки тому

    Hi what year is this bike? Thanks

  • @nafiztasin4442
    @nafiztasin4442 7 років тому +2

    Thanks man for the help!!!:D

  • @dembaa2315
    @dembaa2315 7 років тому

    MARZOCCHI 55 RS owners this is pretty much your service manual and as an owner i have a few tips that can be added here as well, use fine grease if you don't have any then mix any grease with some oil until you get it in finer consistency then grease the s@?! out of it, make a sponge ring that fits under dust rubber seal and drench it in oil and the fork will actually be useful

  • @johnmunyan863
    @johnmunyan863 3 роки тому

    would a silicone grease be more ideal?

  • @bokodimate3519
    @bokodimate3519 7 років тому +2

    The bottom part won't come off. Do you have any suggestions?

    • @denishuber7758
      @denishuber7758 7 років тому +3

      Bokodi Máté unscrew the bolts on the bottom but not fully...leave them in the threads and give them a tap with a rubber hammer mallet...they should come loose

    • @bokodimate3519
      @bokodimate3519 7 років тому +1

      With my father's help and a lot of hammering we managed to get it off. It was really rusted but we cleaned it.
      For some reason, it is really hard. The whole bike is shaking on hard terrain. The fork barelly moves. Tried to ease it but it doesn't seem to work.

    • @mikamajlund3622
      @mikamajlund3622 7 років тому

      tyre more grees, It can becomed bent after hamering or to glappy, time to new suspension

  • @veniforzado8468
    @veniforzado8468 3 роки тому

    .RST po vah yong fork mo master?

  • @jonigudel2024
    @jonigudel2024 5 років тому

    Very useful this video.. thanks

  • @meenasarkar1615
    @meenasarkar1615 7 років тому

    We have to remove power brake also?

  • @walterl8863
    @walterl8863 6 років тому

    Super video! Many thanks

  • @smokeym-897
    @smokeym-897 5 років тому +2

    i have a 2016 Voodoo Hoodoo and my suspension cant move at all. Someone please help me or tell me what to check

    • @AeroPrixma
      @AeroPrixma 5 років тому

      SmokeyM - your suspension settings are to tight.

    • @smokeym-897
      @smokeym-897 5 років тому

      how do i loosen it?

  • @hashimkamran7189
    @hashimkamran7189 6 років тому

    bro i bought a new bicycle today and its front suspension is not working its stuck is it the same problem that you described in the video

    • @guyva_unito_sree3
      @guyva_unito_sree3 5 років тому

      it might be locked out, try one of the adjustments on top of it.