Aluminum sexbolt welded itself to the bearing so its a lifetime bearing now. I'd say even if you are not going to check the bearing loosen the bolt and grease it every once in a while.Fenske said:
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I check my bearings everytime I am in the woods so I don't get lost.
But seriously I check them probably twice a year. I have had to rework the front CS bearing on the drive side once. I think the bearings should be checked, if only by removing the CS and the rocker and moving the bearings with your fingers, at least once a year. If they feel rough then they need replacement. In my experiance I have found the drive side bearings do not last as long. Just as a note I am pretty anal about cleaning and caring for my bike. I tear it down completely then wash and inspect each part after 10 or so rides.
But seriously I check them probably twice a year. I have had to rework the front CS bearing on the drive side once. I think the bearings should be checked, if only by removing the CS and the rocker and moving the bearings with your fingers, at least once a year. If they feel rough then they need replacement. In my experiance I have found the drive side bearings do not last as long. Just as a note I am pretty anal about cleaning and caring for my bike. I tear it down completely then wash and inspect each part after 10 or so rides.
feel rough???
after this treatment bearings are smooth lika butta' again... i suspect they should last at least 3 if not more years with proper maintenance (thoroughly cleaning and re-lubing twice per year in my experience)
when bearings start feeling rough, i work them in with my cordless drill at low speed after cleaning them up and stuffing them with Ellsworth Honey or any other good quality grease...coldsteele said:I check my bearings everytime I am in the woods so I don't get lost.
But seriously I check them probably twice a year. I have had to rework the front CS bearing on the drive side once. I think the bearings should be checked, if only by removing the CS and the rocker and moving the bearings with your fingers, at least once a year. If they feel rough then they need replacement. In my experiance I have found the drive side bearings do not last as long. Just as a note I am pretty anal about cleaning and caring for my bike. I tear it down completely then wash and inspect each part after 10 or so rides.
after this treatment bearings are smooth lika butta' again... i suspect they should last at least 3 if not more years with proper maintenance (thoroughly cleaning and re-lubing twice per year in my experience)
What if I dont have a air shock though ? I am still using the Stratos Helix Expert,I have a Cane Creek C9 and a set of Terros Disc wheels coming soon,but until then its this heavyahimanic said:
monstrosity,which works and ok at that,dont get me wrong,its just that its a little stiff is all.I will be off the bike soon as I have to send in my Helix to get in on the trade in program Cane Creek offers.But for 445 its a great deal,a new set of good quality and fairly light disc wheels,and a shock which will take off just a hair over half a pound.I want to get this thing under 25 pounds with disc brakes wothout spending a fortune
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