Ok, so, I've been riding my bike now since sept, and have only just realised, dont think it was there when i got it, that my fork has a crack in it, the pictures are off google that ive drew lines until it gets light and i can take a decent pic, but what are my options? It is straight on one side only and the other side has a small half crack.
Can i get a garage to weld it? or am i going to need a new fork? im in the uk and dont know how much theyd cost...

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Not sure if you can see it very well


http://postimg.org/image/fz5hwcvil/

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I'd say, replace the forks. It may seem like it's still rideable, but it's a matter of time before more starts breaking and then you crash...

you can try looking for some fork bottoms on Ebay and have a shop put it together...

I wouldn't ride them like that; for peace of mind I'd replace the fork bottoms.
Looks like they've been overtightened, the pinch bolts only need to be 'pinched' up to stop the spindle turning, I think the torque settings are quite low.
The damage could have been done by a previous owner or heavy handed mechanic and the crack lying dormant. Replace asap !

As has been mentioned, it's a fairly common occurrence when the pinch bolts are over-tightened. There are lots of cases detailed in threads on the form on Rs, Xs and Zs. Here's just one:

http://www.xt660.com/showthread.php?t=13307&highlight=fork+cracked

I wouldn't risk riding it in that state. It certainly won't pass (or shouldn't pass an MOT) in that condition. Now you've advertised that you are aware of the fault on an open forum, your insurance company (should they get wind of it) is highly unlikely to pay out in an accident.

You can get this sort of thing repaired professionally - it is most definitely NOT a DIY job! Sourcing a pair of secondhand forks is probably the best way forward.

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