Only thing I would do differently is I would use an actual punch and would use a deadblow mallet. But, great video! I am going to order new bearings for my xb12r and will use the same method of removing the old bearings. To install the new bearings I already bought a bolt, but and some large washers, so I can press the bearings in nice and evenly.
My two small wheel bearings failed @ 17,000 miles.. I went with a 2010 Upgraded wheel that uses 3 larger wheel bearings.. Plus a different axle shaft and spacers
I was asked how I put the bearings back in. I did use a mallet, but also used a piece of flat hardwood flooring over the new bearing so the impact of the mallet was evenly distributed. I tapped lightly with the mallet. Hope this helps.
I had a question if I heard a cracking noise from the wheel when riding by a TH-cam viewer. I am sorry that the new TH-cam makes it so difficult to reply - Google has ruined TH-cam in my opinion from ease of use, but anyway, no, there was no clicking. If there is even a hint of concern with your bearings, take them out and replace them. A bearing failure, especially on the front can be a major disaster.
Saw your comments on installing new bearings. They are tight at all. I used a piece of left over hardwood flooring so I had a flat surface and gently tapped them home, working edge to edge.
Thanks for the comments. The bearings go in really easy. Just keep them flat and tap them in - lightly. When I put bearings in I use a piece of hardwood flooring and tap very lightly and check often. Hasn't failed me yet. Key is to keep the bearing straight and don't let it get cocked to one side. A small film of grease will help as well. Just a film though. I may have to do the bearings on my VTR, if I do I will post a vid.
Hi, I finally figured out how to reply to your question, it used to be so much easier to reply to questions before Google started messing with TH-cam. Anyway, no, there was no clicking sound. in fact I had no idea I had bad bearings. If you have any concerns about yours, the only way to truly tell if they are bad is to remove the wheel. I had heard the original bearings were of inferior quality and were later improved. Once you have the wheel removed it will be very evident just by using your fingers if the bearings are running smoothly or have any slop in them. My advice if you have original bearings, would be to replace them just for piece of mind. bikenutt1000
Folks on badweb have said if you put the wheel outside to warm in the sun, and keep the bearings in the freezer for a bit you can just drop the new bearings in.
Only thing I would do differently is I would use an actual punch and would use a deadblow mallet. But, great video! I am going to order new bearings for my xb12r and will use the same method of removing the old bearings. To install the new bearings I already bought a bolt, but and some large washers, so I can press the bearings in nice and evenly.
My two small wheel bearings failed @ 17,000 miles.. I went with a 2010 Upgraded wheel that uses 3 larger wheel bearings.. Plus a different axle shaft and spacers
I was asked how I put the bearings back in. I did use a mallet, but also used a piece of flat hardwood flooring over the new bearing so the impact of the mallet was evenly distributed. I tapped lightly with the mallet. Hope this helps.
I had a question if I heard a cracking noise from the wheel when riding by a TH-cam viewer. I am sorry that the new TH-cam makes it so difficult to reply - Google has ruined TH-cam in my opinion from ease of use, but anyway, no, there was no clicking. If there is even a hint of concern with your bearings, take them out and replace them. A bearing failure, especially on the front can be a major disaster.
Awesome, thank you!
Saw your comments on installing new bearings. They are tight at all. I used a piece of left over hardwood flooring so I had a flat surface and gently tapped them home, working edge to edge.
Would love to see a bearing install video, too! Nice though, thank you.
Thanks for the comments. The bearings go in really easy. Just keep them flat and tap them in - lightly. When I put bearings in I use a piece of hardwood flooring and tap very lightly and check often. Hasn't failed me yet. Key is to keep the bearing straight and don't let it get cocked to one side. A small film of grease will help as well. Just a film though. I may have to do the bearings on my VTR, if I do I will post a vid.
did you notice that your old bearings would make a cracking sound while driving? I think that mine are doing it.
Hi, I finally figured out how to reply to your question, it used to be so much easier to reply to questions before Google started messing with TH-cam. Anyway, no, there was no clicking sound. in fact I had no idea I had bad bearings. If you have any concerns about yours, the only way to truly tell if they are bad is to remove the wheel. I had heard the original bearings were of inferior quality and were later improved. Once you have the wheel removed it will be very evident just by using your fingers if the bearings are running smoothly or have any slop in them. My advice if you have original bearings, would be to replace them just for piece of mind. bikenutt1000
I have new bearings on the way!! Thanks!!
How did you install the new bearings? With a mallet?
Folks on badweb have said if you put the wheel outside to warm in the sun, and keep the bearings in the freezer for a bit you can just drop the new bearings in.
Thank you! Im tired of paying Harley $45 to do mine.
Perfect