Hi all,

With the front end of my project bike completed, new tyre, new brake pads, fork rebuild, bearings, brake bleed, it is now time to turn my attention to her rear end, and how sweet it is!

I am about to pull apart the swing arm and would like to know if there is anything specific i should be looking for.

I want to make sure the needle bearing are in good shape, greased and up for the flogging she is going to get once back on the road, she is going to be my daily transport 7 day a week, can't wait.

Aussie Johnno

 

The only thing to replace really is the bearings , but if cost isn't too much of an issue I'd get the swing arm powder coated before re-fitting all the bearings

That way she'll look super smart and stay nice and clean for all those commuting miles

 

Look for Rust,cracks ,wear marks from aftermarket rear sprockets,has the retainer nut been tightened with a rattle gun & bent it inwards.
After remooving the rear wheel ,lay a spirit level across it ,see its dead plumb.All those ****ly things that creep into your head on a long run.......know what i mean?