Things to check/replace

[Jgspahn]

Aight, so I ressurected a banshee from a 6-7 year hybernation. This is my first bike so im still below the learning curve on just about everything. I want the bike to be well maintained, and almost like new, so that it will last a long time. Heres what ive done (or in the process of doing) so far, NOT including motor and mods.

 

A-arm bushings

Swingarm bushing

Wheel bearing

Steering column bearing?

Lubed cables

Replaced brake pads and bled brakes

New oversized radiator, and high flow water pump

 

Is there anything else that Im leaving out here?

[locogato11283]

Carrier bearings would be a good thing to check. Air filters also. Aside from that you're probably good to go. You might want to clean the carbs if it's been sitting with fuel in it.

[Larry's Shee]

If it's not to late add a grease zerk to the swingarm, make a mark where you want it before you tear it apart, you'll want it a little off center. Ask me how I know . Also add a zerk to the carrier before you put new bearings in, pull the inner grease seals off them. Also coat axle, swinger bolt, pivot bolts with anti-seize where they go thru sleeves. Also brake and sprocket hub splines.

[90Bansheedude]

Sounds like you got a good start. I would change the oil also. Im assuming you changed out the antifreeze when you did the radiator. Id drain the gas too, and put in fresh. Lube the chain if its still good and a non oring type. Grease anything that already has zerks. (I cant remember if stock balljoints and such have zerks or not)

 

Brian

[Paulie B]

Sounds like you got a good start. I would change the oil also. Im assuming you changed out the antifreeze when you did the radiator. Id drain the gas too, and put in fresh. Lube the chain if its still good and a non oring type. Grease anything that already has zerks. (I cant remember if stock balljoints and such have zerks or not)

 

Brian

Check for slop in the ball joints or ripped boots. I've had one drop out before.