ATHENA NOK Fork Oil Seal Kit 48x58.1x8.5/10.5 mm for KAWASAKI, HONDA, YAMAHA and SUZUKI 2002-2014

The ATHENA 48x58.1x8.5/10.5 mm NOK P40FORK455123 fork oil seal kit is designed for YAMAHA YZ 125, YZ 250, YZF 250, YZF 450, KAWASAKI KX 125, KX 250, KXF 250, KXF 450, HONDA CRF 250 and SUZUKI RMZ 250 from 2002 to 2014. The fork oil seal keeps the oil inside the fork leg while letting the inner tube slide. It is a wear item: dust, mud and impacts on the tubes eventually damage its lip, and the fork leaks.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: P40FORK455123
• EAN code: 8055681307704
• Weight: 50 g

When to replace it?

• Film of oil on the inner tube after a few fork strokes.
• Oil traces on the fork leg, the caliper or the brake disc.
• Fork that becomes softer on one side.

Before replacing a leaking seal, clean under its lip: a trapped grain of sand is sometimes enough to cause the leak. If it still leaks, replace the seals on both legs. Measure your seal (inside diameter, outside diameter and height) or check the original part number: the size is in the name.

Fitting tips

1. Drain and disassemble the fork leg following the manual, then remove the dust seal, the circlip and the old seal.
2. Check the fork bushings and the condition of the inner tube: a scratch or a rust spot will cut a new seal.
3. Protect the end of the tube (plastic bag), oil the lip and drive the seal in straight with a seal driver of the right diameter.
4. Refit the circlip and a new dust seal, then reset the fork oil level.

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 dust seals : ATHENA P40FORK455098 · ATHENA P40FORK455131
• Fork oil : LIQUI MOLY 10W 500 ml
• Fork bushings : INNTECK · KYB

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to change both seals?
Yes: they have the same age and the same mileage. Replace both oil seals and, ideally, both dust seals.

Why is my new seal leaking?
Most often because of a scratched or pitted tube, a lip turned back during installation, or worn bushings that let the tube develop play.

Compatibility

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

Fits:
HONDA CRF 250 2014
HONDA CRF 250 2013
HONDA CRF 250 2012
HONDA CRF 250 2011
HONDA CRF 250 2010
KAWASAKI KX 125 2008
KAWASAKI KX 125 2007
KAWASAKI KX 125 2006
KAWASAKI KX 125 2005
KAWASAKI KX 125 2004
KAWASAKI KX 125 2003
KAWASAKI KX 125 2002
KAWASAKI KX 250 2008
KAWASAKI KX 250 2007
KAWASAKI KX 250 2006
KAWASAKI KX 250 2005
KAWASAKI KX 250 2004
KAWASAKI KX 250 2003
KAWASAKI KX 250 2002
KAWASAKI KXF 250 2005
KAWASAKI KXF 250 2004
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2014
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2013
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2012
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2011
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2010
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2009
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2008
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2007
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2006
SUZUKI RMZ 250 2006
SUZUKI RMZ 250 2005
SUZUKI RMZ 250 2004
YAMAHA YZ 125 2004
YAMAHA YZ 250 2004
YAMAHA YZF 250 2004
YAMAHA YZF 450 2004