fork link bushes

[joe swoonara]

what do people think is an acceptable amount of play between the bolt, the steel and the plastic bushes ?? (have just bought a new set (well known reputable dealer not ebay tat) and there seem quite a lot play , a bit more than i would of expected

[Toddy]

I don't think I've ever had any play with new parts when fitting usually a very good fit ? I usually use scooter rezzys or MB ones

[joe swoonara]

i bought from one of the aforementioned they really are like a"prick in a sleeve " was just wondering what was the norm ,

[Toddy]

i bought from one of the aforementioned they really are like a"prick in a sleeve " was just wondering what was the norm ,

Have you fitted them in the links or have you just got them loose on the bench ?

[joe swoonara]

just loose on the bench only arrived today , there`s side to side movement between the steal and plastic bush and between the bolt and steel bush , i suppose a bit of movement would help prevent them seizing ? Was replacing them because the ones i had fitted had worn out within 18 mnths and were making steering interesting to say the least

[Storkfoot]

In my experience, the cheap white plastic Indian ones are to be avoided. The black MB ones are the best I have encountered.

[Toddy]

I usually Find when you fit the plastic sleeve in the link and fit the metal bush it takes up some of the play

[Tony Hart]

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[911hillclimber]

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The hole in the link crushes the plastic sleeve which is then a good firm sliding fit around the sleeve.

Did mine about a month back, Scooter Rest parts, links are very well guided when assembled and everything tight.
Impossible to get grease in the sliding surfaces, but worth trying.

[joe swoonara]

ok chaps that the sort of info i was after , ill fit them tomorrow and see what they are like