ATHENA NOK Fork Dust Seal Kit 49x60.3x6/14 mm for KAWASAKI KXF 250, 450, SUZUKI RM 125, 250 and HONDA CRF 250, 450 1996-2027

The ATHENA 49x60.3x6/14 mm NOK P40FORK455097 fork dust seal kit is designed for HONDA CRF 250, CRF 450, KAWASAKI KXF 250, KXF 450 and SUZUKI RM 125, RM 250 from 1996 to 2027. The dust seal (or wiper) fits above the oil seal, at the top of the fork leg. On every compression stroke it scrapes the mud and dust off the inner tube, which protects the oil seal.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: P40FORK455097
• EAN code: 8055681308190
• Weight: 60 g

When to replace it?

• Dust seal cracked, hardened or lifting out of the fork leg.
• Mud or sand under the dust seal: the oil seal is at risk.
• Oil seals being replaced: the dust seals are changed at the same time.

Replace the dust seals whenever you replace the oil seals, and as soon as they are cracked. Check the size (in the name) or the original part number.

Fitting tips

1. Lift out the old dust seal with a plastic tool, without scratching the inner tube.
2. Clean the groove in the fork leg and the tube.
3. Grease the lip lightly and press the new one in flat, by hand.

Why ATHENA?

Athena, an Italian company founded in 1973 near Vicenza, designs gaskets, pistons and cylinder kits for motorcycles. An OEM supplier to KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph and a partner of the MXGP world championship, it develops its parts on the test bench and on the track with racing teams.

Spare parts and items to plan

• Fork oil seals : ATHENA P40FORK455216 · ATHENA P40FORK455139
• Fork oil : LIQUI MOLY 10W 500 ml

Frequently asked questions

Is a new dust seal enough to stop a leak?
No: the leak comes from the oil seal. The dust seal only protects it from dirt.

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
HONDA CRF 250 2026
HONDA CRF 250 2025
HONDA CRF 450 2026
HONDA CRF 450 2025
KAWASAKI KXF 250 2027
KAWASAKI KXF 250 2026
KAWASAKI KXF 250 2025
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2025
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2024
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2023
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2022
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2021
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2020
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2019
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2018
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2017
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2016
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2015
SUZUKI RM 125 2000
SUZUKI RM 125 1999
SUZUKI RM 125 1998
SUZUKI RM 125 1997
SUZUKI RM 125 1996
SUZUKI RM 250 2000
SUZUKI RM 250 1999
SUZUKI RM 250 1998
SUZUKI RM 250 1997
SUZUKI RM 250 1996