Rear wheell axle on fire.

[Rayelljay]

Who is the manufacturer of the bearings...SKF, NTN,...?
Are we required to replace them with what BRP supply or can we shop for a better "equivalent".
I know that my electric helicopter has ceramic bearings but that is more of an axial load condition.
Maybe someone has tried something...?

 

[docdoru]

Who is the manufacturer of the bearings...SKF, NTN,...?
Are we required to replace them with what BRP supply or can we shop for a better "equivalent".
I know that my electric helicopter has ceramic bearings but that is more of an axial load condition.
Maybe someone has tried something...?

I was looking for ceramic bearings also. Still why they designed 3 bearing on the same axel into a large hub?

 

[BajaRon]

Probably a good idea to change bearings with the rear tire. The bearings will usually outlive the rear tire. Not sure you can just look at these sealed bearings and say they are OK. Good luck greasing them!

 

[BajaRon]

I was looking for ceramic bearings also. Still why they designed 3 bearing on the same axel into a large hub?

It is surprising that even doubling up on the drive side of the hub these bearings don't seem to be able to take it. I don't remember ever (or very rarely) replacing wheel bearings on any other motorcycle I've ever owned.

 

[docdoru]

18k on rear bearings???? Are you nuts? Those rear bearings can barely last that long under NORMAL conditions bro.
That wasn't smoke--- it was a cry for help from all the abuse they have taken.

You know that I am engaged with my Spyder: gentle and always wear appropriate gloves...

 

[Lamonster]

It is surprising that even doubling up on the drive side of the hub these bearings don't seem to be able to take it. I don't remember ever (or very rarely) replacing wheel bearings on any other motorcycle I've ever owned.

I've replace Valkyrie bearings, VTX bearings, 109 bearings and Boss Hoss bearings. Maybe you need to ride more.

 

[docdoru]

Probably a good idea to change bearings with the rear tire. The bearings will usually outlive the rear tire. Not sure you can just look at these sealed bearings and say they are OK. Good luck greasing them!

Not my case: 44K on the Michelin Pilot 225/55/15. :sour:

 

[docdoru]

I've replace Valkyrie bearings, VTX bearings, 109 bearings and Boss Hoss bearings. Maybe you need to ride more.

...or have a good friend changing them for you! :thumbup:

 

[docdoru]

Do you carry a Fire Extinguisher ? :gaah:

Yes, DryShot Hand Gun Fire Extinguisher:

 

[Firefly]

I change all 3 rear bearings every other rear tire change.... So very 15,000 miles. There is no way to 'look' at them and know if they are okay.

3 new bearings and seals run around $30 - $35.

Better safe than sorry---- just change em' before they pose a problem!


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[Bob Denman]

IMHO they might as well be popped out with every tire change; relatively cheao insurance, and you've already got the whole rear of the bike in pieces anyway... :thumbup:
I like that Dryshot; do you need a permit to carry that concealed? :roflblack:

 

[Firefly]

Aren't the bearings grease self contained? no way you can grease them.

Correct-- they are sealed.

 

[GA-SPYDER]

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I have 28k on my '08 GS with the original bearings. I guess it's time for me to change them! Luckily, I bought them a few months ago just in case. I had them with me when I rode to SpyderFest, just in case. Everything "seems" to be fine, but I think I'll be changing them soon.

I have changed the rear tire and also changed the bearings at the same time on mine and a friends '08 GS at around 17,000. Had another friend have his tire changed at the stealer and they did not change the bearings. About a month after his was changed, the bearings failed and cost him a new hub also! He had about 19,000 miles on it. With that said, new tire, NEW bearings and a check of the belt tension. Side note: Just want to say to whoever figured out the Honda mid-pipe gaskets, A BIG THANKYOU!!!! Much better than the graphite coated newspaper that BRP was using.

 

[Questions]

30,000

30,000 miles and on my fith rear tire and the stock wheel bearing. now if only I could find my stock real axle.:spyder2:

Not my case: 44K on the Michelin Pilot 225/55/15. :sour:

 

[Questions]

I agree with

Ron,, I have hundreds of thousands of miles on numerous different bikes over a 45 year riding period and have never had to replace a rear wheel bearing. A couple on the front because of extended front ends but that was expected.:spyder2:

I've replace Valkyrie bearings, VTX bearings, 109 bearings and Boss Hoss bearings. Maybe you need to ride more.

 

[Texmac1011]

My wife's rear bearings went out at 32k miles on her 08 and her dealer replaced them, along with the rear wheel sensor, under her RPM extended warranty. :2thumbs:

 

[ocfire82]

bearing grease

Correct-- they are sealed.

the seal comes off the bearing with a small pick so you can pack them full of grease, new ones are not full from the manufacture, i had one making noise in reverse only this summer, when i took them out they looked fine. put in 3 new ones and the noise was gone.

 

[NancysToy]

the seal comes off the bearing with a small pick so you can pack them full of grease, new ones are not full from the manufacture, i had one making noise in reverse only this summer, when i took them out they looked fine. put in 3 new ones and the noise was gone.

You don't want the bearings completely full of grease. When they get hot, the grease will expand, and can push past or blow the seal, or even cause severe overheating and bearing failure.

 

[docdoru]

Much better than the graphite coated newspaper that BRP was using.

:roflblack: :thumbup:

 

[Lamonster]

You don't want the bearings completely full of grease. When they get hot, the grease will expand, and can push past or blow the seal, or even cause severe overheating and bearing failure.

So how do you feel about bearing buddies?
http://www.bearingbuddy.com/