ZXR Steering Stem bearing

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  1. willfzr2503ln

    willfzr2503ln Active Member

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    anyone have any suggestions on getting the bearing off the bottom of the steering stem
     
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    GreyImport Administrator Staff Member The Chief Contributing Member

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    Are we talking the FZR stem?
     
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    willfzr2503ln Active Member

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    no zxr 250 but if u have any suggestions im all ears
     
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    Lots of different techniques, here is mine.
    I assume they are tapered roller bearings.
    1/ Pry the cage off, all the rollers will fall off too.
    2/ gently grind a flat spot on the bearing ring with an angle grinder, you do not want to go too far and hit the steering stem. I always do this on the back side of the triple clamp so you can get good access with the grinder
    3/ Hit with a cold chisel, with the blade aligned to the stem axis, and the ring will split
    4/ lift it off, it will be quite easy
    5/ keep the split bearing ring to use as a drift to fit the new bearing, just reverse it and it gives you a good surface and a snug fit with which to press or tap the new bearing in place
    cheers
    Blair
     
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