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Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Lubbock, Texas
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R1100S Rear pivot bearing adjustments
Just got back from my Saturday ride (02 1100S with 29,000 miles) and while doing my post/ride check, noticed the infamous rear wheel movement when checking at 3 and 9 oclock. Did a forum search, and while I have found that this is a VERY entertaining forum there was SO much discussion on the subject that I could just not keep up! Would someone please summarize the procedure to adjust the play/tension on the rear pivot bearings? Thanks!
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11-27-2009, 01:13 PM
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I don't want a pickle
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Rockford, WA
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You need to pull it apart and check the bearings. They are most likely bad.
You will need to heat them to release the threadlock. Preload on the adjustable one is 7nm. The nut and non adjustable pin is 160 nm. I did mine today. I fact I grease them every winter. |
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11-27-2009, 02:14 PM
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Uh....who me?
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: North Georgia
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Replace the bearings.
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11-27-2009, 02:14 PM
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Check to make sure it's not the swingarm bearings first. If you're comfortable working on your own bike google Tom Cutter with Rubber Chicken Racing and read up on his bronze bushings versus BMW bearings. If you don't feel comfortable doing something like this our very own Roger Albert can help you.
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11-27-2009, 05:19 PM
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Location: Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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Make sure its not the large bearing in the actual rear end. The two can feel very similar in the play at the rim. Most likely it will be the two small, under-designed rear end to swing arm bearings. Heat the pins before removing them. Use a paint remover gun and take care not to melt the rubber boot. Use a high quality red, high temperature grease like one might find at Ring Power or a Caterpillar dealer. Clean all threads carefully and prepare for a high torque lock down. Take care, I've only done this job six times but it always a little different bike to bike.
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12-02-2009, 06:41 PM
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: South Oz
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Sorry to bring up such an old thread but I just had my bearings out for a service and noticed a few marks on the bearing cones. I greased them and reinstalled as I need the bike on the road for daily duties.
My question is has anyone tried these replacements? If so what was the verdict? They are different to the other ones that I have seen before. I like the fact that they are grease-able. Thanx Dave PARALEVER PIVOT BEARING REPAIR KIT - Munich Motorcycles |
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