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Old Jun 28, 2016 | 10:58 PM
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My '06 RK is approaching 39,000 miles.Gotta change out the rear rotor and thinking about the wheel bearings being the wheel will be of and I have some trips planned.Typically,when IS a good time milage wise.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2016 | 05:31 AM
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If they turn freely with no grinding and aren't loose, you maybe good for another 39k. However if you have the wheel out already, and you have even a slight concern about them, change them out. Replacements are fairly cheap.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2016 | 05:34 AM
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I think the 06's still ran the dual race axial bearing which were good bearings. I do agree though if in doubt change them out. I have had issues with the fronts on the newer bikes never the rears. I can only get 20k out of a set.
 
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