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Steering stem bearings
Posted: 03:53 pm Apr 12 2020
by targetman
I plan on replacing bearings and races on my 87 KDX 200 and my 97 KX 250. What special tools do I need?
Re: Steering stem bearings
Posted: 04:31 pm Apr 12 2020
by javjacob
rockymountainatvmc.com has tools for that.
Re: Steering stem bearings
Posted: 04:56 pm Apr 12 2020
by ericr
No special tools are required. Use a long drift to drive out the races from the stem. Use a cold chisel to carefully work the bearing off the triple clamp stem. Use a piece of pipe to drive the new stem bearing on it's inner race. Cut a slot through the old race and use it to drive the new one lower than flush if needed.
Re: Steering stem bearings
Posted: 05:15 pm Apr 12 2020
by KDXGarage
add a dab of anti-seize to the frame / new races before installation
clean inside the head tube, then out a small dab of grease to coat the inside of the head tube for rust prevention