Servicing the swingarm: Difference between revisions

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11) After all parts are dry, inspect for wear or damage. Minor wear signs are normal, but discoloration of the shaft or bearings is not. This discoloration isn't a problem; it's an indicator. You have too much heat because you have too little lube.

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If you have rust, such as in these photos, you have a problem. For very light surface rust, or if you are really cheap and not particularly concerned with your safety, you can sand down the shaft and hope for the best. '''The real answer''' is to replace the rusty parts. You can probably find them on eBay, or in a motorcycle [[Where can I buy parts/tools online?|wrecking yard]]. The parts can also be purchased new from the usual sources.

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 ) After all parts are dry, inspect for wear or damage.  Minor wear signs are normal, but discoloration of the shaft or bearings is not. This discoloration isn't a problem; it's an indicator. You have too much heat because you have too little lube.
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 If you have rust, such as in these photos, you have a problem.  For very light surface rust, or if you are really cheap and not particularly concerned with your safety, you can sand down the shaft and hope for the best. '''The real answer''' is to replace the rusty parts. You can probably find them on eBay, or in a motorcycle [[Where can I buy parts/tools online?|wrecking yard]]. The parts can also be purchased new from the usual sources.