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Suspension links - needle bearings - maintain and protect

Campagman

Campagman

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Posted an update on the swing arm bearing thread, but thought is be worthwhile just posting another thread on the lower suspension links
This is the main thread
https://www.guzzitech.com/forum/post/reply.html?f=221&t=9978

While the main issue seems to be have been the swing arm bearings and lack of grease I found the 4 selts of needle bearings in the lower links wer in need of far more attention, to the extent that I've ordered a bunch of new bits.

Dropping this lower link set is quite easy, can be done without removing the rear wheel. Given the level of exposure these get to spray and road debris, its got be an annual check and regrease.

But to help is there a way of adding some mechanical protection in the form of a plate attached to the centre stand that neatly 'wraps its self around the lower links (and the O2 sensor).

I'm not too good with fabrication but a cardboard mock up and whipping off the centre stand should easy enough for some on here from what I've seen been made - any offers.

Apologies for level of sketching
 

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Re: Suspension links - needle bearings - maintain and protec

As I look at your sketch, and imagine the vertical movement of the lower link, it appears to me that there would be some interference if the suspension is compressed too far. Then again, maybe I'm not viewing your drawing correctly. :)
 
Re: Suspension links - needle bearings - maintain and protec

Those needle bearings are a stock item from bearing suppliers, and I believe there is a version with seals at each end.
I just greased mine with waterproof grease.
The original problem was that they were assembled dry, due to the great Mandello grease famine.
 
Re: Suspension links - needle bearings - maintain and protec

Grease?
Nah... They use olive oil mate.
No famine of this...
 
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