Repairing the Pig

[rman]

Hello Fellow members,

I finally am getting to repairing my bike from the accident back in May.

While removing the shocks from my bike this weekend I noticed something peculiar about the triple tree. When I was turning the front tire with the handlebars still attached everything felt ok, but now that I no longer have that leverage when I turn it using my hand against the triple tree I notice a definite detent in the rotation. The rotation is normal for the first 5 degrees or so either left or right but then there is the noticeable detent on either side before I am able to progress further in the rotation.

Just want to be sure that this is abnormal behavior and I am thinking that it is time to replace the bearings and race.

Anyone know the correct part for this? When I looked on Z1 the part looks like it is for a special. Is there a difference to a 79 standard?

Inquiring minds want to know….

Thanks
Ray

[bikerphil]

All the XS11 Standard and Special steering stem bearing kits are the same. I use the All Balls kit (about $25) because it comes with the upper and lower grease seals. Here's a few from Ebay...

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...arings&_sop=15

[rman]

bikerphil

Thanks for the info. I ordered the All Balls kit last night.

Ray

[bikerphil]

Thanks for the info. I ordered the All Balls kit last night.

Ray

Nice, good luck with your rebuild.

[DeanR]

You two feeling OK Ray, post XSEast?

[rman]

Hey Dean.
We are both better with each passing day. Thanks for asking. I finally feel strong enough to twist the bolts.


How are you doing. Hope all has been well with you.

Ray