Steering head bearing replacement: Difference between revisions
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If your races are notched, dented, or otherwise not smooth inside, you should replace them. Check to see that the bearings are in good shape and not pitted. If they just need to be lubed, lube them up and put everything back together. | If your races are notched, dented, or otherwise not smooth inside, you should replace them. Check to see that the bearings are in good shape and not pitted. If they just need to be lubed, lube them up and put everything back together. | ||
====OEM bearings==== | |||
If you want to replace the bearings with OEM parts, you need to get everything circled in these diagrams: | If you want to replace the bearings with OEM parts, you need to get everything circled in these diagrams: | ||
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*92022C - '''92022-231''' WASHER,30.5X50X0.6 | *92022C - '''92022-231''' WASHER,30.5X50X0.6 | ||
====Aftermarket roller bearings==== | |||
You can also get tapered roller bearings from All Balls. Order them directly or check with a shop that sells from the Parts Unlimited or Tucker Rocky catalogs. These will last longer and require less maintenance. They will raise your bars 1/8-1/4", which is not something you're going to notice. | You can also get tapered roller bearings from All Balls. Order them directly or check with a shop that sells from the Parts Unlimited or Tucker Rocky catalogs. These will last longer and require less maintenance. They will raise your bars 1/8-1/4", which is not something you're going to notice. | ||