Front fork seal info needed

[longrider]

For you gurus.       Sometime ago i think I remember that the VTX 18R and Valk take the same seals.  Valk part no is 51490 MWO 003,
 VTX is 51490 MCA 003.  Are they the same?  I've got a set here for wifes the 18R and may need to use them on the Valk if they will fit.

Thanks

Warren

[garyheskett All 49 x 3 st.louis]

Warren,  I can't answer the question if they are the same or not.  But if you have a leaking fork seal, I would definately try the "film trick" or the Sealmate.  I've done the "film trick" twice over the years and it has worked both times.  It's worth a try and way easier than replacing the seals.  Gary

[sandy]

All the seals are the same. Even 1800 Wings take the same units. The wings have had a seal problem (premature failure). In '06 a new stronger seal was developed. It should fit the Valks and VTXs. My wing has had 2 fork rebuilds in 53K. The Valk has had one (2 sides) and I just did the right side again at 134K.

[longrider]

Thanks Sandy.  I was sure I read that on here or the VTX site a few years ago.