Rear Rotor Replacement.
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I don't mind getting grease on my hands, Lar
so help me out on that one
and not to start an "oil thread", but any wheel bearing grease?
thanks
..L.T.A.
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I did my homework learning the measurement procedure from the swing arm bolt to the axle center line. I am a believer in if you ride it know how to fix it
Thanks for your information s-glide
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uncle larry
Can you tell my how to effectively grease a sealed bearing? If it requires bearing removal I would probably opt for replacement but it would be a valuable effort if it can be done without removing the bearing.
Can you tell my how to effectively grease a sealed bearing? If it requires bearing removal I would probably opt for replacement but it would be a valuable effort if it can be done without removing the bearing.
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Being that it is a 2000 and I'm like that, I would replace the bearings while the wheel is out. Not to expensive but you won't have to pull it apart in 6 months if it goes bad. I only like to work in an area once, but that is just me.
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Not Larry but, you can't grease a sealed bearing. Pull the wheel and clean the area up then stick your finger in the axle hole of the bearing and try to rotate it. If it feels rough or gritty replace it. You won't be able to pull the bearing without special tools and you will need to know how to set the end play on the spacer inside when reinstalling it.
Being that it is a 2000 and I'm like that, I would replace the bearings while the wheel is out. Not to expensive but you won't have to pull it apart in 6 months if it goes bad. I only like to work in an area once, but that is just me.
Being that it is a 2000 and I'm like that, I would replace the bearings while the wheel is out. Not to expensive but you won't have to pull it apart in 6 months if it goes bad. I only like to work in an area once, but that is just me.
Im in your space regarding getting it done now but had a really expensive service at HD when they would not acknowledge dropping my bike.....we all know when our baby hits the ground. My dealer visits are only in desperation.
I examined the front bearing and found no dirt or grit and no looseness our play. The 2000 had 32k from the original elderly owners multiple trips to the West Coast do it was never exposed to hard use.
I will get the bearings checked at some point
thanks
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Not Larry but, you can't grease a sealed bearing. Pull the wheel and clean the area up then stick your finger in the axle hole of the bearing and try to rotate it. If it feels rough or gritty replace it. You won't be able to pull the bearing without special tools and you will need to know how to set the end play on the spacer inside when reinstalling it.
Being that it is a 2000 and I'm like that, I would replace the bearings while the wheel is out. Not to expensive but you won't have to pull it apart in 6 months if it goes bad. I only like to work in an area once, but that is just me.
Being that it is a 2000 and I'm like that, I would replace the bearings while the wheel is out. Not to expensive but you won't have to pull it apart in 6 months if it goes bad. I only like to work in an area once, but that is just me.
Thanks MCSarge.
I’m in your space regarding getting it done now but had a really expensive service at HD when they would not acknowledge dropping my bike.....we all know when our baby hits the ground. My dealer visits are only in desperation.
I examined the front bearing and found no dirt or grit and no looseness our play. The 2000 had 32k from the original elderly owners multiple trips to the West Coast do it was never exposed to hard use.
I will get the bearings checked at some point
thanks
I’m in your space regarding getting it done now but had a really expensive service at HD when they would not acknowledge dropping my bike.....we all know when our baby hits the ground. My dealer visits are only in desperation.
I examined the front bearing and found no dirt or grit and no looseness our play. The 2000 had 32k from the original elderly owners multiple trips to the West Coast do it was never exposed to hard use.
I will get the bearings checked at some point
thanks
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The videos I posted may help
Obviously you can
I'm not advocating that you shouldn't replace a bearing if there any signs of an adverse condition ... I was simply pointing out that a sealed bearing can be greased ... If it looks and feels good ( and especially if you don't have the tools to extract the bearings ) .... "just do it" ... Let's not make more of it than it is :>
Obviously you can
I'm not advocating that you shouldn't replace a bearing if there any signs of an adverse condition ... I was simply pointing out that a sealed bearing can be greased ... If it looks and feels good ( and especially if you don't have the tools to extract the bearings ) .... "just do it" ... Let's not make more of it than it is :>
The wheels are off and bearings look brand new but Im retired and have time to bring the wheels to the dealer to give them a check. Thank for all your advice and I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas
Jerry
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