ZZR600 Wheel Bearings

Mizz ZZR · Post by **Mizz ZZR** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 7:41 am

I've got some things going on with my bike and I'm trying to sort out what the problem is. As part of this, can anyone tell me how long front wheel bearings should last on a ZZR600? The bike has done 42,500 km.

And, when/if they do wear out, what do they feel and sound like - in general what can I expect to happen?

Thanks

Duane · Post by **Duane** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 8:12 am

how many k's you done? they keep working until they lock up and you fall off he he he

nar 2003 build - your no where near it.

Smitty · Post by **Smitty** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 8:19 am

front wheel bearings on a bike (unlike a car) are the sealed type
so
if the bearings is worn or brinelled, you don't get a lot of noise
what you do get is slop or movement of the wheel
and the best test...is to jack or lift the front of the bike off the
ground ,remove the brake calipers
and slowly turn the wheel and see if there is any sideways
movement. If there is side movement..bearing is stuffed
and as the bearings are sealed there is no adjustment possible
so...replace them (as a set of 2)

I also suggest replacing the seals as well

hth

Colette · Post by **Colette** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 7:20 pm

Wish I knew enough to help you there, Kaz...but it looks like Smitty has come to the rescue

mike-s · Post by **mike-s** » Fri Mar 03, 2006 9:36 am

Recent AMCN had a howto on checking your wheel bearings. im about 2 or 3 behind in the mag stakes. I think i better check mah newsagent today for a newer one.