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Old May 31, 2008 | 05:34 PM
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Default fork pivot shaft grease leaking

had my rocker c for 2 days and was riding today. went about 70 miles then stopped by the house for some refreshments and noticed grease coming out of the bottom fork pivot. harley shop is closed and i dont know how serious this is. what could it be?
 
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Old May 31, 2008 | 05:37 PM
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Default RE: fork pivot shaft grease leaking

Not to worry, common issue. They often over fill them from the factory. Just keep wiping it up or it will fly all over while riding.
 
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Old May 31, 2008 | 05:42 PM
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good. i was really worried. didnt know if it was serious or not. kind of figured it was due to overpacking. how long does it typically take to run the excess out?
 
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