FL M8 softail front forks spring upgrade question

[Adam76]

Hey guys, I have a YSS fork upgrade kit for my 2019 M8 FL softail.

Is it possible to replace springs and fork oil without removing the forks from the bike?

Thanks.

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[rigidthumper]

Wheel & axle have to be removed to pull the lower bolts (only way to drain), which means the frame has to be supported/blocked.
Risers w/bars have to be removed to clear springs.

[Adam76]

Wheel & axle have to be removed to pull the lower bolts (only way to drain), which means the frame has to be supported/blocked.
Risers w/bars have to be removed to clear springs.

Thanks! That's great.

[Adam76]

I got the 19mm hex for the front axle,  but does anyone know what size IDHEX the fork drain bolts (19) are?

Thanks
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[Adam76]

Looks like it is a 12mm.

[Adam76]

Looks like I'll have to remove forks from triple trees after all, as I'm replacing the entire inner components with the YSS kit. Having the forks off the bike will make the job a little easier I'm thinking?

Happy Easter and happy resurrection day to all.

[Adam76]

Wheel & axle have to be removed to pull the lower bolts (only way to drain), which means the frame has to be supported/blocked.
Risers w/bars have to be removed to clear springs.

OK, I took the front wheel out, drained the fork oil both sides and replaced the drain screw and new brass washers. Then put the wheel back on and opened the top fork tube caps to remove the springs etc...

My YSS instructions say to add the oil to the specified level (harley manual) and then "bleed the fork" by fully compressing and relaxing the fork.

How am I supposed to do this with the forks on the bike and the front wheel back on?

I'm thinking maybe at this point to just pull the front end apart and do each fork on the work bench? Or is there still a way to get it done with the forks still mounted on the bike?
Thanks

[Hossamania]

Use straps to pull the front end down?

[xlfan]

I got the 19mm hex for the front axle,  but does anyone know what size IDHEX the fork drain bolts (19) are?

Thanks
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This is a different fork. Is your YSS instructions for an upside down fork as well?