I heard that there are 3 main areas that need re-greasing almost as soon as a KDX rolls off the assembly line. I think one is the swingarm bearings, but can someone tell me the other main areas that I should check and re-grease?
Thanks very much,
D.
What needs greasing besides the swingarm?
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Swingarm bearings, linkage bearings, & steering stem bearings are the main 3.
Basically I disassemble my bikes every winter and inspect/replace (as needed)/re-grease the following; swingarm bearings, swingarm bolt, linkage bearings, linkage bolts, shock bolts, steering stem bearings, steering stem, axles, wheel bearings, caliper bolts, caliper pins, check all spokes, cables, give the chain and sprockets a really good cleaning, remove the air box and give it a thorough cleaning, give the carb a good cleaning, replace brake fluids, replace anti-freeze...Off the top of my head that's it. A lot of that I do through out the year as well but I like my bikes to be A+ when the season comes in so my rusty riding is my only worry .
Basically I disassemble my bikes every winter and inspect/replace (as needed)/re-grease the following; swingarm bearings, swingarm bolt, linkage bearings, linkage bolts, shock bolts, steering stem bearings, steering stem, axles, wheel bearings, caliper bolts, caliper pins, check all spokes, cables, give the chain and sprockets a really good cleaning, remove the air box and give it a thorough cleaning, give the carb a good cleaning, replace brake fluids, replace anti-freeze...Off the top of my head that's it. A lot of that I do through out the year as well but I like my bikes to be A+ when the season comes in so my rusty riding is my only worry .
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Mystic Brand Waterproof grease is great stuff too!
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Some of these area's do not have zerk fittings, and it is usually best to pull everything apart to grease the bearings and sleeves well. For this, you do not need a grease gun. Just slather all of the parts up with your fingers.
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1999 Ninja 250 (Daughter's)
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