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No, that's probably original grease from the factory. Tour models with reverse trees and especially Tour Glides - the steering bearings aren't exposed to the elements (and pressure washers) like the other bikes.
You don't have to remove that bearing to pack it. Do it by hand from the top (narrow) side - same as you would from the bottom normally. No different from doing a wheel bearing just take a bit longer from the narrow side. If you remove the bearing, best order a new one plus dust shield because you'll likely destroy that one getting it off.
Oops, waited too long to hit "enter" Max had it covered...
Kudo's for going ahead and cking. Now ya know.
If the races look as good as that bearing appears to be (as suggested) ,repack them and start on getting it back together.
Maybe someone has been there maybe not either way count your blessings.
Those steering head races can be a bitch__ not always But ....
Kudo's for going ahead and cking. Now ya know.
If the races look as good as that bearing appears to be (as suggested) ,repack them and start on getting it back together.
Maybe someone has been there maybe not either way count your blessings.
Those steering head races can be a bitch__ not always But ....
WP
Races are completely smooth, no pitting or rough spots. I found a lot getting it down this far that needed addressed (stripped bolts, melted bushings, broken bolts). Starting the cleanup process now as I start reassembly. FLTs are definitely their own animal, seems easy now, but very confusing and the book was a little lacking. Thanks for all the help on here! I should try to rename the thread now, it's a little further than "fork rebuild"!
Some grease will drip in hot weather, Lucas Red n Tacky won't, drop point 540*
You may never have that problem in MI., unlike out scorching summers.
I'm surprised it wasn't filled like most bikes with a zerk on the neck.
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