Swing arm bearings

[SHEEBANSAVAGE]

Hey guys,  I have to replace my swing arm bearings again and was curious what brand you guys prefer.  I have used pivot works in the past as well as OEM Yamaha.  Seems the Yamaha lasted longer.  

 

Whats your preference.

 

Thanks in advance

[beiercaden10]

Could always try all balls bearings. 

[JTmachining]

I use Pivot Works

[Ayesully810]

havent people started using the delrin bushings too for them? i thought i read recently tyson does his with those with his swinarms and vitos sells them i saw.

my stellar j arms have them in them. 

Edited September 21, 2018 by Ayesully810

[sleeper06]

At what intervals are you changing them. I’ve had very little issues with longevity 

[SHEEBANSAVAGE]

16 hours ago, sleeper06 said:

At what intervals are you changing them. I’ve had very little issues with longevity 

I have changed them several times over the years but not too much lately.  The banshee doesn't get the use it used too.  The swing arm left side where the bearing sits is a little bigger than it should be due to a blown out bearing before.  I think this is why I go through bearings faster than most.

 

I am interested in the delrin bushings and will look into that as well.

 

Seems like people like pivot works so far

[camp0429]

When I change swingarm bearings I drill and tap each end of the bolt for a 1/8" npt zerk and drill a few small holes in the bolt where the bearing rides. I've done my two bikes and 3 or 4 for some buddies and they're still fine. Just grease them every now and then

[RagunCajun]

I forgot what brand i ordered but they were never serviced. I put all new bearings and seals with a shit ton of grease. It seems like of grease is what kills these things. No so much as a particular bearing brand being sub par. But that's my opinion which isnt proven.

[salmon_slayer06]

If having trouble removing swing arm bolt an air hammer with cut blunt end attachment and bolt will push out effortlessly.