Fork foibles!

I have spent some time sorting peripheral engine parts (though God knows what the important internal bits are like) so now I want to turn my attention to the cycle parts.

I needed to sort out the front brake, which was completely inoperative, as well as servicing and checking the back brake. The front fork seals were leaking as one might expect and it would be a good idea to check the steering head bearings at the same time.

The forks are very simple and straightforward to overhaul. I know you can buy a special tool for this job, but my ‘special