Why suspension needs service

Fork and shock oil breaks down, seals wear, and bushings get sloppy — gradually, so you adapt to it without noticing. Fresh service restores consistent, predictable damping. Skipping it costs you traction, comfort, and eventually expensive parts.

Signs yours is due

• Oil weeping past the fork or shock seals (a greasy ring on the tube)
• Harsh, notchy, or "dead" feel that wasn't there when it was fresh
• Damping that fades as a moto/ride goes on (gets mushy when hot)
• Clunks, top-out noise, or a gritty feel through the stroke
• It just doesn't hold a setting like it used to

Rough service intervals

Hours, not calendar — and it depends on conditions (sand, mud, and heat are hard on oil):

What a service includes

• Full disassembly, clean, and inspection of tubes, bushings, and seals
• New seals and wipers; fresh, correct-grade oil
• Correct oil height / volume set (this affects how progressive the fork feels — too much oil = harsh near bottom, too little = easy bottoming)
• Reassembly to spec, bled of air, and function-checked

Service vs. revalve — what's the difference?

A service restores your suspension to how it was designed to feel. A revalve changes how it's designed to feel — new shim stacks tuned to your weight, speed, and terrain. If your bike is fresh but still doesn't do what you want, you need a revalve, not another service.

Not sure which you need? That's a two-minute conversation — tell us how it feels and what you ride, and we'll point you the right way.