Must be very satisfying to know that your video recorded many years ago is still helping people today. I count myself as one of them. Thanks Delly, and Mrs Penny ❤
Yes it is, we never know when we make video content whether it will fall from view in a few months, or still be helping our viewers in many years to come.. It's all done in good faith. I'm Glad it was helpful, and than kyou for yuour feedback.
Del. I doubt you’ll read this as the video is knocking on a bit now. This video gave me the confidence and know-how to replace my front bearings. What would have been a £300 job at a garage cost me £20. Cheers bud.
of the hundreds of youtube videos on motorcycle maintenance, by FAR this is the best!! Not just a "follow-along" video, but a great explanations on "why". Thank you very much and please keep on going!
Thanks Phillip, you're very kind... we've built up a following of younger riders and people who are really keen to get involved, not to mention a few who just can't afford to pay for garages, so it's wise to explain things properly and not miss things out... and as we've said often, knowing why something has to be done, is important to justify knowledge as copy cat is not the way to learn things, you need a deeper understanding of it so it makes sense !
@@Moonfleet41 Great video it may be a silly question but is it ever possible not to line up the spacer when refitting the wheel and still get the axle pushed through, or is there just no room for this error to occur? As you may have guessed im not mechanically minded lol
I'm a university lecturer ... i think i know a few things about delivering material .... your explanations and detailed presentation is First Class , many thanks , Pete
Just found your video this morning... And this afternoon I replaced all the bearings and put in a new spindle to the rear wheel of my bike. It was a piece of cake after following your advice. Consider me subscribed!!!
Not just pull the bearings and put them back in but a great explanation of what and not what to do. I could never understand what that tube was for but the full explanation of what it does set me straight.
In a past life, I was a seafairing man. Thank you for reminding me of how important it is to keep one's bearings straight and true. Wishing you smooth sailing on the asphalt seas.
Thank you, I now have some coming from Amazon. There are so many different products available it's just confusing. Fantastic video's, very easy to follow. Thank you again.
The best video on wheel bearings by far. I've watched other "professionals" banging on the bearing with hammers, welding washers on the bearing to pull it, I freaked out. Thank you for making sense and for keeping it simple!
Listen bro, I want you to know that this is the only channel and video I have actually ever stopped to listen to the diagnostic introduction, and I want you to know it's because you did it right. You were concise, to the point, direct, and not goofy or funny, whacky not drab and boring. I appreciate that and this clip. My front bearing is completely shot. I'll share a link to the video I made showing it following this comment for anyone who would like to see how bad it is.
I just went through an absolute nightmare to replace my bearings. Rear axle seized from rust, split it getting it out, only to have a local shop sell me the wrong bearings, then tell me my wheel was no good inside and quoted me over $1k to replace/repair it all. I've never felt so insulted. I have no problem paying for good service but they overcharged me to basically have a look and then wanted to bend me over a barrel. I wish I would've seen this just a day or so earlier. I ride a '98 Sporty and your videos are like a god-send. Thanks and keep being awesome dude.
+Killswitch Queen So sorry to hear that my friend, and how often do we hear those kind of quotes for repairs! I't;s not hard to arrive at them though, if you've cracked the rime, there's half the money straight away, and I'll imagine they quoted at least 3hrs at probably well over $100 an hour then add other parts related to it plus tax... it's easy to make someone choke at the counter... I know plenty of old school garages that see the relevance in this and they work their way round it to keep it realistic... in some ways I wish we had loaded it sooner to help you, but I guess you've got it fixed up now ... always contact us if you get stuck with something or you're not sure about a job, as even if we haven't made a video I'm still happy to advise you accordingly... no problem! All the best, tc, Del
Here's the kicker, after having another look there are no cracks! Just a few burrs where the seal sits. Sadly the bikes still on the lift in the garage until I can get a second opinion from my usual shop. Nothing like a bearing replacement turned to entire rear wheel assembly replacement to flip the day around! I appreciate the kindness, I try and do as much of my own maintenance as I can, and you're a big inspiration. Cheers!
A few years ago I used your fork video to swap the springs and replace the seals on my Versys, now I'm looking at using this to replace what I think are dead wheel bearings on my W650. Thank you for the great videos, it's super helpful to have such clean and to-the-point presentations for how to do these jobs. It takes work that I'd thought would previously require a shop and shows it to not only be accessible to a regular owner which is absolutely invaluable to anyone that rides regularly!
Thank you so much for those kind words, we're so glad the videos can help with your projects! Good luck with the W650, that's a simple task so pretty straightforward. Have fun and keep safe, Merry Christmas!
Excellent video. One suggestion, disassemble your old bearings, (pull the seal, then cage, then balls). Take the outer part of the old bearing and grind the outer diameter down just a hair, all of the way around. Now you can use it to drive your new bearings in, without it getting stuck. I do the exact same thing if I need to replace races (cones).
Hi Del, I never comment on UA-cam videos and it has been said already; but I must mimic other comments and say this is by far the best video I've come across on a "how-to" for a motorbike, simply superb, I was gripped for the entire 42 minutes. Your other videos are just as good. A genuine thank you for taking the time to make these videos, they, no YOU give me the courage to attempt these jobs myself. Subscribing as I type this! Thank you again and I look forward to future vids. Best wishes.
Once again your videos have been a life saver, I was worried that refitting the bearings after having my wheels painted would be a nightmare but it was much easier thanks to your help.
Seriously, I know how to change wheelbearings by heart, but I watch your videos purely just because you explain stuff very VERY nice and understandable!
The last time i did a wheel bearing was in 2001 after a trip to Assen on my Firestorm.Thats 15 bloody years ago! ,and your confidence fades over time.Thanks for the refresher course mate!.
Great video! Easily the clearest, most common sense, set of instructions and tips I've ever seen. It is a job anyone can do. Now they know how. Thanks as always Del and Penny!
I like your comment about fair exchange with dealers' repair fees. When I started working on my bike, I immediately ran into all kinds of hidden knowledge that an experienced wrencher has, and I did not. For example, what does it feel like when a bolt is "right tight". I rapidly developed a new respect for these characters. For me, it is really useful to know about my bike (thank you for your videos), to trust it, to know my limits, and know when to call a pro. From this place, it is pretty obvious who's doing business with integrity. When I learned how to fix a flat, I now know I can get myself out of the forest if I get one, I need to be out of the forest two hours before sunset just in case I get one, and it is fair value for me to pay a shop with a tire machine and balancer to do the job when I'm not in the forest.
I've worked on cars all my life and now I have a few bikes which I haven't worked on very much and I have a scooter and I can tell you know what you're talking about and that's the kind of people I want to watch thank you
Great video, very informative. Never had a duff wheel bearing yet, but I watched right to the end anyway. Just shows, common sense can save you lots of money.
I often reference your channel when preparing for a job on the bike. They really help approaching a job I have not tackled before or looking for a better way to do a task. The last time I did front wheel bearings I put the bearing in the freezer overnight. Really enjoy the videos keep it up please.
+eggybreadplease Good move buddy, the bearing only needs about an hour in the freezer to get down to 0c, then if you heat the hole up with a hairdryer or some boiling water, you can practically push the bearings in with your thumbs..!
Five years after your video and I just changed a wheel bearing after following along. Thanks so much for this great video, which is still serving us! Cheers!
@@JonNichols2112 Using a caliper tool, you can measure the interior of your hub. The hub on my 2017 ZX-10RR measures 32mm. When I placed a 24mm deep sockwt in there it fit a tad snug. A 5/16th socket seemed to be spot on with the bearing. However, you must test the sockets because different brands (Craftsman, Duralast, Powerbuilt) etc, have different thickness sidewalls. I suspect using a snug socket and a 6" extention may be enough to hammer out. Proceed with hour own decision and caution. Or, get the correct tools for the job.
Thank you. I’m about to change all my wheel bearings which I have never done. This is about the 5th video I have watched just to pick up on different methods. This is by far the best explanation of HOW it all works. Not just do this and this but do this because this is how it works. Knowing why not just how always helps me tremendously. That way if I run into some kind of issue I will be better able to figure out myself what needs to be done to correct it. Spatular teaching. Thanks again.
Thank you so much for this. I used it throughout my DRs wheel bearing replacement. You made it look easy and it is! I wouldn't have attempted it beforehand though. Cheers ☺
Great video del ,just like to add when you use the old bearing to knock new one in ,just go around the old bearing with a file or wheel grinder and take a little of the out edge , this way when you tap the new bearing the old one in can pull out with your fingers , hope everyone enjoys that tip , peace out guys
Great straight forward advice . As you said , a little heat on the rim , is sometimes needed. The methods you used can applied to most things , cars , etc. Regards Pete.
Delboy's garage is my goto stop now for all my bike maintenance. thanks to you guys for posting as your help and advice is honest and invaluable to novice guys like me
Just come across this whilst looking for bearing replacement on my trusty old vespa Front hub ....bearings are bearings after all...top video my friend and well explained ...keep up the good work !
Do me a favour... never quit youtube your a bloody legend!!!! Love the videos. Gradually working my way through them all and learning loads. superb 👌🏼👌🏼
Thank you my friend, you're very kind... we learn as much from YT as we donate towards it, so it's a two way street! Thank you for your kind words, always happy to get some appreciation, ride safe , D&Px
I watched this video before I replaced my wheel bearing today on my bandit 1250. Very useful. One thing I ran into trouble was that when driving the new bearing in using the old one on top, the old one got stuck half way in after the new one got seated. It was really hard to get the old one out. I had to use a punch on the other side of the wheel to drive the new one out a bit in order to push out the old one. It worked. So now I just use the punch to get the new one seated. I would suggest using the old one to drive the new bearing in about couple mm below the housing edge. Then removing the old bearing and using the punch or similar tool to drive the bearing in from there. I use this method to the other side of the bearing and it works perfectly. But thanks again for the video. In fact your instruction is so clear that I feel motivated to do it myself.
Hey buddy.... thanks for the great feedback.. i would warn against using any kind of punch because ut hits in one place and can twist the bearing in its seat... it sounds like you got away with it, but its can happen... then the bearing is jammed at a cock eyed angle... the Triumph i used in this video only had a shallow seat, so when it seated the bearing came out with a couple of taps on each side.. but if you do this again, then you could maybe slice the old bearing down the side so it wont get stuck..! Great to know the video helped, and thanks again for sharing your success... Del.
I suggest: Delboy's Garage for a UA-cam motorcycle mechanics Guru! Love Your vids! My bike is waiting for some brake fluid change and guess whose video tutorial I'm going to use...? Yours OF COURSE! Thanks a lot for You effort! P.S. And the echo problems are gone ;)
i got an advisory on my MOT that either reat bearings or sprocket bearings need attention . videos like this are invaluable . you dont need special tools , just an basic ability to get it done . keep up the these highly invaluable vids . 2019 and this is still good relevant information on how to learn about your motorcycle . cheers Del ...
Ah gee, thanks mate... so glad the video is still working for people and that you could use it! Good luck with yours, drop us a line if you need a second opinoin on anything, happy to help.
I like to chuck the new bearings in the freezer for a bit before installation (after you've checked they're correct size of course). This shrinks them a tiny bit just as heating the rim will expand it. It helps a little bit with getting the bearing in.
Paying attention from 37:00 to 37:05 .. i made it crystal clear...so saying it again... "HITTING ON THE BOLT HEADS, NOT ON THE SPROCKET"... this just pushes the cush drive carrier down into its seat...NO PRESSURE i placed on the bearing..!
Fantastic video! You are a GREAT teacher. I'm in America and changing out my bearings on a Honda CT70 that I've had since new as a kid for 38 years now.
Wow Thank you so much. Just taken my 1200 Bandits rear wheel off to discover a totally destroyed sprocket outer bearing, no wonder the tyre has worn badly. Now thanks to you the bearing is out and I'm ready to get the spare parts. Thanks for your well explained and detailed video
Years after posting this video, still helping out riders, thank you! Have to do the front wheel bearings on my own bike, wasn’t sure how to do it without a press; and now I know!
@@Moonfleet41 thank you, I like your current style of content too, I’ve subscribed a while ago, but I’m glad this is what you did before and saved it for future reference.
@@Moonfleet41 got the old ones out, waiting for the new ones to arrive. Proper knackered, too bad I can’t post pictures here. Quick question if you don’t mind, both bearings are seated and the spacer didn’t have a lot of room to be pushed away from the inner race; is it smart to take a file and make two or three slots on one side (not all the way through, just making the walls thinner towards one end), or would that weaken the material too much?
I've recently replaced front and rear wheel bearings on my ZR7S. it's very reassuring to see I've done the job the same way as you describe. Like you said it's very easy, the hardest part was having the confidence to whack the new bearings in. Haha. Very excited about the next project. I've been re-watching the bandit videos, so much information and entertainment. Well done you guys!! keep it up!!
Absolutely excellent "how-to" video. Excellent camera shots and instructions. Wish I lived in the UK so you would do all my bike work with absolute confidence that it would be done correctly. Thank you.
+Blackhawk 247 Hey buddy, that's very kind of you, thanks for you confidence! Tackling a few simple jobs, will soon build your confidence and you'll also then be able to pass that knowledge on to others... you know where we are if you get stuck on a job, just shout and we'll be happy to help !
Excellent how-to as always with just the right level of detail. These are some of my favourite videos along with the fabrication ones. It's great to add another job to the list that I'd have a go at when the time comes. Also really excited to see what the new bike is and what it becomes. I'm curious whether you'e went along the lines of the usual firebaldes, r1's etc to fighter or something completely out there. Either way I'm sure it'll end up great.
+englishandproud11 You know us Matteo, it's gotta be 'out there' lol - it's not a Blade or an R1, as due to the popularity of those bikes, they are either over priced, or they're a nail! It's along similar lines, but it's a rarely fightered machine... and I've got some fun plans for it, it won't be a quick build, but may have it pn the road this season at some point ! Catcha soon buddy !
Cheers Del, watching your vids has give me the confidence to start doing work on my bike . Just changed the head stock bearings , wheel bearings, disc and pads on my 114 fat Bob. Thanks again.
@@Moonfleet41 HD wanted to charge me for 5 hours labour for the above . Think iv actually done it quicker than them. They wanted 2 1/2 hours labour to change discs and pads , and 2 1/2 hours for head stock bearing. I bought all parts and tools for about £400 less than what they wanted to charge. Again , many thanks for your help.
Great vid again you two👍Bearing in mind hahaha,I have a bad memory,I always take photos on my moby of any operation I perform on the bike,needless to say I have the dirtiest Samsung on the planet😃
Great video. I'm replacing front wheel bearings on my Honda Goldwing. Discovered that the spacer (bearing collar) was missing after the previous owner had the bearings replaced by the dealer! Needless to say, the bearings failed in less than 1000 miles of me riding. Just got the spacer in the mail, and your video just helped me out quite a bit. Cheers from Texas, USA.
Hi There, thanks for you kind comments.. and yeah, why am i not surprised the dealer left it out... the internet is littered with tails of the carnage they cause.. and they are supposed to be the "qualified technicians"... lucky you caught it before it collapsed and caused a problem riding.. glad the videos can help you out sir.. good luck with your install... take care. Del.
I had to do this exact job on my back wheel but one bearing was so ruined and horrible, when i was tapping it out the whole thing fell apart in the wheel so i got the middle, plastic bits and what was left of the rollers ... Leaving the outer ring left in the hub ... Ended up having to get it heated up to get the bastard out!
+lausa92 lol nothing worse than when the cage goes on a bearing and you have that thin metal band wedged in, that's the point I normally walk away and get a cuppa.
+lausa92 Bad luck mate, had that a few times, and it just makes it a much longer jon aye! If you go that way again, after the first few hits, if it doesn't feel like it's moving and the hammer is bouncing back too much, then stop... turn the wheel over and fill up the area with WD40 overnight... then in the morning (and you may not believe it!) but just pour boiling water around the alloy surrounding the bearing, then spin the wheel over and it will tap straight out - works every time !
Thank you so much. I just picked up a project bike it's a 2003 cbr954rr. The bike had a hard life in the past finally got the frame and rims powder coated. Just got done with the top end of the engine. Last part of the project is pressing in the bearings. Thanks again for the great tips. Awesome channel.
Excellent video. Very informative. You made my bearing replacement a 15 minute job. I spent more time cleaning all of the hub parts and axle than I did driving out the ole bearings and installing the new ones. Love this channel
Best Wheel bearing replacement video, breaking down everything and explaining what each component does. I have been so clueless as why there's a spacer in the wheel but not ANYMORE!!!
After watching this vid, Ive subscribed to your channel Delboy. Great step by step explanation and great camera work to show everything. Ive not done wheel bearings for 30 years and now got to change them on my FJR 1300 front after 83k miles. Same principles for any bike front or rear. Enjoyed watching the vid and the fact you just get straight on with the job without all the usual crap people talk about on their vids.
35:13-35:26 no1 else talked about this, thanks man, seriously! Ur thorough & don’t skip over small stuff that you think we amateur @ home DIY’s should know. Watching from Chicago🍺
You couldn’t make a better video if you tried. Literally perfect ‘how to’ and incredibly useful to people like myself with limited experience. I am doing a full rebuild and many of these things I have never done.
Thank you for video. I followed your step by step instructions on my Honda hornet and did the job in 1 hour. I had to watch it twice to make sure I did it properly. DIY always brings satisfaction and having the right tools makes the job effortless sometimes. Oh yeah I took your advice to buy the 3 bearing package and replaced all 3 instead of the one. The package was only $25usd.
Nice one buddy, glad we could save you some money, imagine what the dealer would have charged for that inc. labour, and like you say, it's great to do stuff yourself, even if it's just for the self respect and pride in your own work !
Yet again I've learnt something new that I can actually tackle with confidence. Hoping to get my scabby wheels powder coated this year so will be fitting new bearings. Fastest 45 minutes ever, don't know what it is about your videos but once I start watching one I can't turn it off, "that's a compliment" cheers guys
Top tip Also to do mate is put the new bearing in the freezer for 20 minutes it shrinks it a few microns and you can nearly just put it in with your fingers
Well its my first time taking out a rwar wheel bearing and watching your tutorial made it so so much better... I completed the job with no issues at all.. Just followed your steps and BOOM it popped out.... Can you use Lithium grease for peeping the new parts back in... Thanks so much mate... An absolute legend 👍
Hi mate, glad you got it sorted, you don't need to grease anything really, your bearings should be sealed and they're pre-greased inside, there's no room in the bearing cup for extra grease, so just maybe a wipe with a greasy finger so the bearing slides in and it should be fine... it's not a bad idea though to grease the axle to prevent it corroding inside the spacer sleeve.
I helped a buddy replace his front bearings on his Honda and that was a great learning process, your vid just added to the knowledge base...excellent video, cheers my friend
+Lorddarthvader1701 Thanks buddy, and good on yer for woring ti through for a buddy and getting it donw, that's what biker mates are for aye??!! Glad we could help and thanks for watching!
I know you posted this 4 years ago but thank you so much for doing this step by step, I'm bit of a novice but this has helped me so much, the MOT says slight rear bearing play so will give it a go, you made it look so easy, my machine is a gsx600f 03 reg.
@@Moonfleet41 thanks for everything, chain and sprockets ordered, rear bearings ordered and will also give the exhaust a go, would it be ok to make the original one a stubby?
I know you probably won’t see this because this is a old ass video! But thank you very much mate, I always come to you for advice!! I done my rear wheel bearings today on my husqvarna an your video showed me in the 1st couple of minutes, great! Straight to the point, I done my fork seals by following your video also, thank you mate. You’re a diamond. Stay safe brother!
Got your message mate.. Glad to hear you got the bike sorted, and good on you for getting stuck in and doing it yourself.. Aint hard is it?, and now you know for next time. . Stay safe mate, and take care.. Del.
Just came across this vid after noticing my wheel making clunky noises - after watching, realised I'm doing things very wrong. Had to change brake today and had to use a mallet to help get the axle back in because, although I use a paddock stand, I don't have a bench or anything so it's a bit awkward with me having to sit down to re-fit the wheel! May well invest in a lift soon. Thanks for the vid, great as always
Brilliant! Replaced my rear bearings tonight, after watching your video. Not too difficult, though knocking the old bearings out with the spacer tube was a bit of job, and they were well and truly destroyed by the time I was done. The All Balls Racing kit is the way to go. Thanks a lot, Del and Penny!
Nice one buddy, glad you got is sussed, and yeah, totally agree, All Balls bearings are always the best choice! Thanks for letting us know John.... ride safe, D&Px
Great video! You saved me buying a bearing install kit. I did buy the Harbor freight bearing extractor kit though, and glad that I did since I think it greatly lowers the risk of damaging the hub using the punch/drift technique. With the kit I was able to remove the old bearing with no trouble, but did apply a bit of heat to the hub during removal. Thanks again!
Holy crap, 7 years ago, ehh?? Well, its STILL the very best video I've seen on how to do it, AND its the ONLY video that has shown how to do all three rear wheel bearings. So thank you very-very much. Gotta say there, down-under, your bike looks like a Mad Max bike. :-) Loved that crazy movie. Thx again.
Got my first motorcycle a 2001 GSXR 750 and needs a few repairs, I'm changing tires, sprockets and chain and since wheels will be off anyways I got a set of all balls bearings for rear and front. I'm new to working on any type of vehicle but I decided I'm doing everything myself to learn. This video is perfect and makes me think I can do it myself. Thanks
What I wouldn't have given to have had this video in the run up to my MOT in the summer??!? The pain I went through putting my bearings in. I ended up having to put them in the freezer & pour hot water over the hub after I minced my 1st set! Great video. Will make a great "go to" next time around
thanks delboy,just done mine, was worried at first but after watching you took up the challange,and i am please to say i have completed it, must tell the truth tho put the bearings in and forgot the middle bit, had to take a bearing out again to put it in, still with your help i got it done, thanks.
I know this video is old Del, but my wheel bearings went the other day and the new ones are arriving tomorrow and I couldn't remember how to do it. Great even as a refresher video. Cheers again.
Well it got to the point I hoped it wouldn't! The bearing on the seal-side, the side with the disc was completely shot. All the inner parts fell out when I took the seal off and I was left with the outer ring press-fit into the wheel. I'm guessing there aren't any magical solutions for this, are there? I can't reach that outer-ring as the space between the two sticks out past the outer ring. I'll add some pictures in a minute.
Right - so this is the outer race stuck in the wheel: i.imgur.com/81xZshO.jpg And the damaged bearing in place before I removed it: i.imgur.com/qNx39if.jpg
Ok, in the first image, i presume that this is hte side that sits on the end of the free floating tube...and the part in the middle of the hole is the central tube itself?.. if so, then you obviously have a big enough hole to poke a drift through and beat the other bearing out the other side... then you can use the tube to tap that outer ring out using the tube>??? no??.
The outer bearing race is too far recessed past the hole that goes through the wheel. In the first image the spacer is out. There is no tube there... I don't think. That hole is as far as I'm aware just a part of the wheel.
Thanks buddy... great that we saved you so much money... it's a little taste of the kind of thing our You Tube Patrons enjoy every day, naturally this channel isn't free to run, our overheads are huge , so since we joined the Patreon scheme, we've been able to expand things and help more people - glad we could reach out and save you are few bucks ...
+Heavy Metal Life Cheers mate, its good to get past all the prep of the garage, and get to work....thanks for your kind support... Del. (p.s. cant promise there wont be music and f/f in the future...lol )
+Moonfleet41 i loved the garage prep too, its really only the ff/music bits that grate me(i dont know why), ill just keep my mute button at the ready :)
Good video thanks. I am sure someone else has mentioned this in comments but sticking new bearings in the freezer (as well as, or instead of heating the wheel) can make installing the new bearings easier. Also using a socket of roughly the same size as the bearing outer makes a good drift.
+Daniel Quick Hi Daniel, yes, lots have said, and you can both heat the wheel AND freeze the bearing..then they practically push in with your thumbs. and i NEVER abuse my sockets by using them as drifts... you can use a length of thick alloy tube though..!
I really enjoy watching the way you do things.. It's funny i find myself finishing your sentences before you do. I guess we think the same. However, your videos are just that extra assurance that I'm doing what I'm doing right. I more then often learn new tricks and better ways of doing things from you as well. Thank you for your expertise!
I was always sceptical about heating the cast wheel and freezing the bearing when replacing, was not sure how the two would react when mated together, stress fractures etc, FROM SUDDEN change in temperature so i do it your way( The RELIABLE METHOD) keep up the good work, very informative.
Hi Jason, I tend to agree, certainly on an old wheel that's been on the road a couple of decades already... but on a more gentle footing, you can certainly keep the bearing at room temperature and heat up the casting with nothing more than a hairdryer till it's just hot to touch... and then you'll still have to tap the bearing in, but it'll be really easy and pop in nicely, and no severe temperature change!
Not even in need of changing wheel bearings (yet) but just out of interest, very well explained and filmed , thank you both ! Will certainly look up more!
Thanks Chris, if you're subscribed, then you'll catch all the new uploads, we've always got something interesting uploading twice a week... glad you enjoyed! 👍
Did my 08 Sportster front wheel bearings last weekend. Had to heat the hub to get them out using a blind bearing puller. Spacer was too tight against the bearings to move to one side. Smooth as silk now! Great video, keep them coming. Pen does great camera work!
Nice one buddy, we always love to hear that the videos have helped someone make their way through a job successfully... we often have to overcome obstacles like the heat you needed to use.. but that just makes it more fun aye... take care and thanks for your feedback buddy... Del.
man after seeing it done i could of done this myself!! i paid $190 to do lightweight pvm wheels and all they did was get bearings from a shop! thanks heaps for the video
Thanks Richard, it;s one of those jobs where the parts are cheap, but takes a long time, so the bill adds up purely in labour no matter whether they buy the aprts cheaply or not... it's why it's important to do it ourselves !
Thanks mate, I had ordered my front wheel bearing last week, should arrive tomorrow and this video has come at the right time for me, talk about timing.... thanks heaps
Loved the video! Very helpful! Just changing the wheel bearings on my Bandit 1200. The Bandit doesn't use any circlips and has a tight interference fit all the way down. So I took the old bearing and ground about 2 thousands off the outer face so it wouldn't get caught. Worked well and now I have another "Special Tool" in my tool box for intstalling bearings!
My 2016 FXDLS did the same thing, took the wheels off yesterday and took em to the Harley dealer and had them replaced. They didn't believe me at first until they got them back and looked at it closer. Bike feels better now with new tires as well
Cheers Delboy! Saved me £100 + shipping on puller and installer!! I watched an old guy once use a rawlbolt (the expanding ones) to get purchase on the inner race to whack with an old axle from the other side. lol, Thanks again mate
Must be very satisfying to know that your video recorded many years ago is still helping people today. I count myself as one of them. Thanks Delly, and Mrs Penny ❤
Yes it is, we never know when we make video content whether it will fall from view in a few months, or still be helping our viewers in many years to come.. It's all done in good faith. I'm Glad it was helpful, and than kyou for yuour feedback.
Del. I doubt you’ll read this as the video is knocking on a bit now. This video gave me the confidence and know-how to replace my front bearings. What would have been a £300 job at a garage cost me £20. Cheers bud.
You're most welcome mate, I always check the comments, am glad the video was able to help you after all this time...
of the hundreds of youtube videos on motorcycle maintenance, by FAR this is the best!! Not just a "follow-along" video, but a great explanations on "why". Thank you very much and please keep on going!
Thanks Phillip, you're very kind... we've built up a following of younger riders and people who are really keen to get involved, not to mention a few who just can't afford to pay for garages, so it's wise to explain things properly and not miss things out... and as we've said often, knowing why something has to be done, is important to justify knowledge as copy cat is not the way to learn things, you need a deeper understanding of it so it makes sense !
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I agree. Easy to understand, both how to and why. Great! Thank you.
@@Moonfleet41 Great video it may be a silly question but is it ever possible not to line up the spacer when refitting the wheel and still get the axle pushed through, or is there just no room for this error to occur? As you may have guessed im not mechanically minded lol
I'm a university lecturer ... i think i know a few things about delivering material .... your explanations and detailed presentation is First Class , many thanks , Pete
Thank you very much Pete. So nice of you to say such kind words of support.
Just found your video this morning... And this afternoon I replaced all the bearings and put in a new spindle to the rear wheel of my bike. It was a piece of cake after following your advice. Consider me subscribed!!!
Welcome aboard Pablo, sounds like you've had fun, and im glad the video was able to help you out..
Not just pull the bearings and put them back in but a great explanation of what and not what to do. I could never understand what that tube was for but the full explanation of what it does set me straight.
In a past life, I was a seafairing man. Thank you for reminding me of how important it is to keep one's bearings straight and true. Wishing you smooth sailing on the asphalt seas.
+Okey Akers You Sir are a lyrical gangsta lol !
Thank you, I now have some coming from Amazon. There are so many different products available it's just confusing. Fantastic video's, very easy to follow. Thank you again.
The best video on wheel bearings by far. I've watched other "professionals" banging on the bearing with hammers, welding washers on the bearing to pull it, I freaked out. Thank you for making sense and for keeping it simple!
You're welcome. Glad it helped
never even changed a plug, after this I replaced a set of rear bearings in a Suzuki. Superb video, the best
Listen bro, I want you to know that this is the only channel and video I have actually ever stopped to listen to the diagnostic introduction, and I want you to know it's because you did it right.
You were concise, to the point, direct, and not goofy or funny, whacky not drab and boring.
I appreciate that and this clip. My front bearing is completely shot. I'll share a link to the video I made showing it following this comment for anyone who would like to see how bad it is.
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Glad it helped you out, i hope you got it fixed and safe for the road.. Thank you for your kind feedback.
I just went through an absolute nightmare to replace my bearings. Rear axle seized from rust, split it getting it out, only to have a local shop sell me the wrong bearings, then tell me my wheel was no good inside and quoted me over $1k to replace/repair it all. I've never felt so insulted. I have no problem paying for good service but they overcharged me to basically have a look and then wanted to bend me over a barrel. I wish I would've seen this just a day or so earlier. I ride a '98 Sporty and your videos are like a god-send. Thanks and keep being awesome dude.
+Killswitch Queen So sorry to hear that my friend, and how often do we hear those kind of quotes for repairs! I't;s not hard to arrive at them though, if you've cracked the rime, there's half the money straight away, and I'll imagine they quoted at least 3hrs at probably well over $100 an hour then add other parts related to it plus tax... it's easy to make someone choke at the counter... I know plenty of old school garages that see the relevance in this and they work their way round it to keep it realistic... in some ways I wish we had loaded it sooner to help you, but I guess you've got it fixed up now ... always contact us if you get stuck with something or you're not sure about a job, as even if we haven't made a video I'm still happy to advise you accordingly... no problem! All the best, tc, Del
Here's the kicker, after having another look there are no cracks! Just a few burrs where the seal sits. Sadly the bikes still on the lift in the garage until I can get a second opinion from my usual shop. Nothing like a bearing replacement turned to entire rear wheel assembly replacement to flip the day around! I appreciate the kindness, I try and do as much of my own maintenance as I can, and you're a big inspiration. Cheers!
A few years ago I used your fork video to swap the springs and replace the seals on my Versys, now I'm looking at using this to replace what I think are dead wheel bearings on my W650. Thank you for the great videos, it's super helpful to have such clean and to-the-point presentations for how to do these jobs. It takes work that I'd thought would previously require a shop and shows it to not only be accessible to a regular owner which is absolutely invaluable to anyone that rides regularly!
Thank you so much for those kind words, we're so glad the videos can help with your projects! Good luck with the W650, that's a simple task so pretty straightforward. Have fun and keep safe, Merry Christmas!
@@Moonfleet41 Merry Christmas to y'all as well, ride safe and stay warm!
Excellent video. One suggestion, disassemble your old bearings, (pull the seal, then cage, then balls). Take the outer part of the old bearing and grind the outer diameter down just a hair, all of the way around. Now you can use it to drive your new bearings in, without it getting stuck. I do the exact same thing if I need to replace races (cones).
It's nice to watch the guy who knows what he was doing.Salute to the expert, Best video.
Hi Del, I never comment on UA-cam videos and it has been said already; but I must mimic other comments and say this is by far the best video I've come across on a "how-to" for a motorbike, simply superb, I was gripped for the entire 42 minutes. Your other videos are just as good. A genuine thank you for taking the time to make these videos, they, no YOU give me the courage to attempt these jobs myself. Subscribing as I type this! Thank you again and I look forward to future vids. Best wishes.
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Thanks mate👍, glad you enjoyed it, really appreciate your feedback.
Once again your videos have been a life saver, I was worried that refitting the bearings after having my wheels painted would be a nightmare but it was much easier thanks to your help.
Seriously, I know how to change wheelbearings by heart, but I watch your videos purely just because you explain stuff very VERY nice and understandable!
Thanks buddy, im glad you enjoy the videos...
Great video and everything explained clearly for anyone that lacked that bit of confidence to have a go themselves, keep them coming. 👍🏻
The last time i did a wheel bearing was in 2001 after a trip to Assen on my Firestorm.Thats 15 bloody years ago! ,and your confidence fades over time.Thanks for the refresher course mate!.
+steven watson You know what they say buddy, it's like riding a bike lol !
Great video! Easily the clearest, most common sense, set of instructions and tips I've ever seen.
It is a job anyone can do. Now they know how. Thanks as always Del and Penny!
I like your comment about fair exchange with dealers' repair fees. When I started working on my bike, I immediately ran into all kinds of hidden knowledge that an experienced wrencher has, and I did not. For example, what does it feel like when a bolt is "right tight". I rapidly developed a new respect for these characters.
For me, it is really useful to know about my bike (thank you for your videos), to trust it, to know my limits, and know when to call a pro. From this place, it is pretty obvious who's doing business with integrity.
When I learned how to fix a flat, I now know I can get myself out of the forest if I get one, I need to be out of the forest two hours before sunset just in case I get one, and it is fair value for me to pay a shop with a tire machine and balancer to do the job when I'm not in the forest.
This is the type of video I like, as it is in real time, nothing missed and a brilliant tutorial. Well done and Thank You. (New Sub)
I've worked on cars all my life and now I have a few bikes which I haven't worked on very much and I have a scooter and I can tell you know what you're talking about and that's the kind of people I want to watch thank you
Thanks buddy , much appreciated !
Great video, very informative. Never had a duff wheel bearing yet, but I watched right to the end anyway. Just shows, common sense can save you lots of money.
I often reference your channel when preparing for a job on the bike. They really help approaching a job I have not tackled before or looking for a better way to do a task. The last time I did front wheel bearings I put the bearing in the freezer overnight.
Really enjoy the videos keep it up please.
+eggybreadplease Good move buddy, the bearing only needs about an hour in the freezer to get down to 0c, then if you heat the hole up with a hairdryer or some boiling water, you can practically push the bearings in with your thumbs..!
Great vid Del Boy - and top marks to Penny for steady filming & excellent closeups. I'll be attacking this as soon as the parts arrive.
dell mate you have the true nack to be fun and informative a true sign of a teacher
+Teddy Stephens Thank you Teddy, that's really kind of you... we're just so glad we ca impart the knoweldge to help others !
This is the best best bearing change ever for motorcycles ! THANK YOU!!!
Five years after your video and I just changed a wheel bearing after following along. Thanks so much for this great video, which is still serving us! Cheers!
when i put bearing back in i used the old bearing but i put a washer in between with a smaller hole to get the old bearing out just a little tip
Me I used a 27mm pipe
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can you explain?..been trying for 3 hours trying to get mine old one (onee i used to tap new one in) out.
@@JonNichols2112 Using a caliper tool, you can measure the interior of your hub. The hub on my 2017 ZX-10RR measures 32mm. When I placed a 24mm deep sockwt in there it fit a tad snug. A 5/16th socket seemed to be spot on with the bearing. However, you must test the sockets because different brands (Craftsman, Duralast, Powerbuilt) etc, have different thickness sidewalls. I suspect using a snug socket and a 6" extention may be enough to hammer out. Proceed with hour own decision and caution. Or, get the correct tools for the job.
@JonNichols2112 what r u using to get them out ? Shouldn't take 3 hours not even an hour
@@JonNichols2112 try to heat the wheel arround the bearing.I had the same trouble and it worked for me
Thank you. I’m about to change all my wheel bearings which I have never done. This is about the 5th video I have watched just to pick up on different methods. This is by far the best explanation of HOW it all works. Not just do this and this but do this because this is how it works. Knowing why not just how always helps me tremendously. That way if I run into some kind of issue I will be better able to figure out myself what needs to be done to correct it. Spatular teaching. Thanks again.
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for this. I used it throughout my DRs wheel bearing replacement. You made it look easy and it is! I wouldn't have attempted it beforehand though. Cheers ☺
Great video del ,just like to add when you use the old bearing to knock new one in ,just go around the old bearing with a file or wheel grinder and take a little of the out edge , this way when you tap the new bearing the old one in can pull out with your fingers , hope everyone enjoys that tip , peace out guys
Great straight forward advice . As you said , a little heat on the rim , is sometimes needed.
The methods you used can applied to most things , cars , etc.
Regards Pete.
Delboy's garage is my goto stop now for all my bike maintenance. thanks to you guys for posting as your help and advice is honest and invaluable to novice guys like me
Just come across this whilst looking for bearing replacement on my trusty old vespa Front hub ....bearings are bearings after all...top video my friend and well explained ...keep up the good work !
Do me a favour... never quit youtube your a bloody legend!!!! Love the videos. Gradually working my way through them all and learning loads. superb 👌🏼👌🏼
Thank you my friend, you're very kind... we learn as much from YT as we donate towards it, so it's a two way street! Thank you for your kind words, always happy to get some appreciation, ride safe , D&Px
Best tutorial videos out there! Thanks for all the time and detailed explanations you put into your work!
I watched this video before I replaced my wheel bearing today on my bandit 1250. Very useful. One thing I ran into trouble was that when driving the new bearing in using the old one on top, the old one got stuck half way in after the new one got seated. It was really hard to get the old one out. I had to use a punch on the other side of the wheel to drive the new one out a bit in order to push out the old one. It worked. So now I just use the punch to get the new one seated. I would suggest using the old one to drive the new bearing in about couple mm below the housing edge. Then removing the old bearing and using the punch or similar tool to drive the bearing in from there. I use this method to the other side of the bearing and it works perfectly. But thanks again for the video. In fact your instruction is so clear that I feel motivated to do it myself.
Hey buddy.... thanks for the great feedback.. i would warn against using any kind of punch because ut hits in one place and can twist the bearing in its seat... it sounds like you got away with it, but its can happen... then the bearing is jammed at a cock eyed angle... the Triumph i used in this video only had a shallow seat, so when it seated the bearing came out with a couple of taps on each side.. but if you do this again, then you could maybe slice the old bearing down the side so it wont get stuck..! Great to know the video helped, and thanks again for sharing your success... Del.
I suggest: Delboy's Garage for a UA-cam motorcycle mechanics Guru!
Love Your vids! My bike is waiting for some brake fluid change and guess whose video tutorial I'm going to use...? Yours OF COURSE! Thanks a lot for You effort!
P.S. And the echo problems are gone ;)
+2Wheels_2Wings Dziękuję przyjacielu , jesteś bardzo miły!
i got an advisory on my MOT that either reat bearings or sprocket bearings need attention . videos like this are invaluable . you dont need special tools , just an basic ability to get it done . keep up the these highly invaluable vids . 2019 and this is still good relevant information on how to learn about your motorcycle . cheers Del ...
Ah gee, thanks mate... so glad the video is still working for people and that you could use it! Good luck with yours, drop us a line if you need a second opinoin on anything, happy to help.
I like to chuck the new bearings in the freezer for a bit before installation (after you've checked they're correct size of course). This shrinks them a tiny bit just as heating the rim will expand it. It helps a little bit with getting the bearing in.
You're absolutely right! Then insert goes hand!
Paying attention from 37:00 to 37:05 .. i made it crystal clear...so saying it again... "HITTING ON THE BOLT HEADS, NOT ON THE SPROCKET"... this just pushes the cush drive carrier down into its seat...NO PRESSURE i placed on the bearing..!
OK,SORRY!!But it's really good to give deposits frozen and warmed charge!THX!
Very informative. Thanks for this video.
Couldn't you get condensation inside the bearing on the grease as it warms back up again?
Fantastic video! You are a GREAT teacher. I'm in America and changing out my bearings on a Honda CT70 that I've had since new as a kid for 38 years now.
Glad the video could help you sir, thanks for your feedback..
I am literally doing my wheel bearings tomorrow! Amazing timing! :-)
+David Balaam Thank you Sir, we aim to please lol !
Wow Thank you so much. Just taken my 1200 Bandits rear wheel off to discover a totally destroyed sprocket outer bearing, no wonder the tyre has worn badly. Now thanks to you the bearing is out and I'm ready to get the spare parts. Thanks for your well explained and detailed video
Cheers mate, glad the video could help, good luck with getting is sussed!
Thank you for an excellent and informative video.
Years after posting this video, still helping out riders, thank you! Have to do the front wheel bearings on my own bike, wasn’t sure how to do it without a press; and now I know!
No problem 👍, good luck with it mate.
@@Moonfleet41 thank you, I like your current style of content too, I’ve subscribed a while ago, but I’m glad this is what you did before and saved it for future reference.
@@stefan2meter Most welcome Stefan, good luck with yours!
@@Moonfleet41 got the old ones out, waiting for the new ones to arrive. Proper knackered, too bad I can’t post pictures here. Quick question if you don’t mind, both bearings are seated and the spacer didn’t have a lot of room to be pushed away from the inner race; is it smart to take a file and make two or three slots on one side (not all the way through, just making the walls thinner towards one end), or would that weaken the material too much?
@@stefan2meter Stefan, 2-3 slots in what side of what mate??
Woah is that easy to change wheel bearing. Thanks again del for a fantastic how to vid look forward to the next project
+metz15shakil Thank you my friend, am glad the video can help... this is the core of what we do and it's so great to 'get back to business' !
I've recently replaced front and rear wheel bearings on my ZR7S. it's very reassuring to see I've done the job the same way as you describe. Like you said it's very easy, the hardest part was having the confidence to whack the new bearings in. Haha.
Very excited about the next project. I've been re-watching the bandit videos, so much information and entertainment.
Well done you guys!! keep it up!!
+CiaoBerto Thanks buddy, you're very kind , really appreciate your kind support... collecting the new bike tomorrow... reveal on Weds!
Greetings from Florida, USA. You are a motorcycle genius! Thanks for the videos!
Absolutely excellent "how-to" video. Excellent camera shots and instructions. Wish I lived in the UK so you would do all my bike work with absolute confidence that it would be done correctly. Thank you.
+Blackhawk 247 Hey buddy, that's very kind of you, thanks for you confidence! Tackling a few simple jobs, will soon build your confidence and you'll also then be able to pass that knowledge on to others... you know where we are if you get stuck on a job, just shout and we'll be happy to help !
thank you for sharing Delboy n Penny.
Absolutely love the way this guy explains stuff. I wish I had an uncle full of helpful advise like that.
Glad to help Piotr
Excellent how-to as always with just the right level of detail. These are some of my favourite videos along with the fabrication ones. It's great to add another job to the list that I'd have a go at when the time comes.
Also really excited to see what the new bike is and what it becomes. I'm curious whether you'e went along the lines of the usual firebaldes, r1's etc to fighter or something completely out there. Either way I'm sure it'll end up great.
+englishandproud11 You know us Matteo, it's gotta be 'out there' lol - it's not a Blade or an R1, as due to the popularity of those bikes, they are either over priced, or they're a nail! It's along similar lines, but it's a rarely fightered machine... and I've got some fun plans for it, it won't be a quick build, but may have it pn the road this season at some point ! Catcha soon buddy !
Cheers Del, watching your vids has give me the confidence to start doing work on my bike . Just changed the head stock bearings , wheel bearings, disc and pads on my 114 fat Bob. Thanks again.
Most welcome Richard, glad to help mate.
@@Moonfleet41 HD wanted to charge me for 5 hours labour for the above . Think iv actually done it quicker than them. They wanted 2 1/2 hours labour to change discs and pads , and 2 1/2 hours for head stock bearing. I bought all parts and tools for about £400 less than what they wanted to charge. Again , many thanks for your help.
@@Moonfleet41 headstock bearing on the 2018 softail is a different set up to the one in your vid so had to have a different approach, but all good ⛄️
Great vid again you two👍Bearing in mind hahaha,I have a bad memory,I always take photos on my moby of any operation I perform on the bike,needless to say I have the dirtiest Samsung on the planet😃
+Richard Taylor I do the same... especially If it is going to be a week or two whilst I source other parts.. top tip.
Great video. I'm replacing front wheel bearings on my Honda Goldwing. Discovered that the spacer (bearing collar) was missing after the previous owner had the bearings replaced by the dealer! Needless to say, the bearings failed in less than 1000 miles of me riding. Just got the spacer in the mail, and your video just helped me out quite a bit. Cheers from Texas, USA.
Hi There, thanks for you kind comments.. and yeah, why am i not surprised the dealer left it out... the internet is littered with tails of the carnage they cause.. and they are supposed to be the "qualified technicians"... lucky you caught it before it collapsed and caused a problem riding.. glad the videos can help you out sir.. good luck with your install... take care. Del.
Moonfleet41 Yes indeed. Thanks again!
I had to do this exact job on my back wheel but one bearing was so ruined and horrible, when i was tapping it out the whole thing fell apart in the wheel so i got the middle, plastic bits and what was left of the rollers ... Leaving the outer ring left in the hub ... Ended up having to get it heated up to get the bastard out!
+lausa92 lol nothing worse than when the cage goes on a bearing and you have that thin metal band wedged in, that's the point I normally walk away and get a cuppa.
+lausa92 Bad luck mate, had that a few times, and it just makes it a much longer jon aye! If you go that way again, after the first few hits, if it doesn't feel like it's moving and the hammer is bouncing back too much, then stop... turn the wheel over and fill up the area with WD40 overnight... then in the morning (and you may not believe it!) but just pour boiling water around the alloy surrounding the bearing, then spin the wheel over and it will tap straight out - works every time !
Thank you so much. I just picked up a project bike it's a 2003 cbr954rr. The bike had a hard life in the past finally got the frame and rims powder coated. Just got done with the top end of the engine. Last part of the project is pressing in the bearings. Thanks again for the great tips. Awesome channel.
Congratulation on the project buddy, it sounds like your making fast progress.. just in time for the summer aye... Ride safe.. Del.
Another fantastic video .cheers to you both 🤓cheers dave
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Excellent video. Very informative. You made my bearing replacement a 15 minute job. I spent more time cleaning all of the hub parts and axle than I did driving out the ole bearings and installing the new ones. Love this channel
Cheers mate, that's very kind, am glad the videos help you, good luck with your projects!
When I first took these things off, I felt so frustrated, it was a nightmare.
Best Wheel bearing replacement video, breaking down everything and explaining what each component does. I have been so clueless as why there's a spacer in the wheel but not ANYMORE!!!
20:57 you look like Mr Krab from Spongebob squarepants hahahaha
Hahaha
After watching this vid, Ive subscribed to your channel Delboy. Great step by step explanation and great camera work to show everything. Ive not done wheel bearings for 30 years and now got to change them on my FJR 1300 front after 83k miles. Same principles for any bike front or rear. Enjoyed watching the vid and the fact you just get straight on with the job without all the usual crap people talk about on their vids.
35:13-35:26 no1 else talked about this, thanks man, seriously! Ur thorough & don’t skip over small stuff that you think we amateur @ home DIY’s should know. Watching from Chicago🍺
You couldn’t make a better video if you tried. Literally perfect ‘how to’ and incredibly useful to people like myself with limited experience.
I am doing a full rebuild and many of these things I have never done.
Glad we're able to help you mate.. good luck with your projects.
@ 👍 cheers
Thank you for video. I followed your step by step instructions on my Honda hornet and did the job in 1 hour. I had to watch it twice to make sure I did it properly. DIY always brings satisfaction and having the right tools makes the job effortless sometimes. Oh yeah I took your advice to buy the 3 bearing package and replaced all 3 instead of the one. The package was only $25usd.
Nice one buddy, glad we could save you some money, imagine what the dealer would have charged for that inc. labour, and like you say, it's great to do stuff yourself, even if it's just for the self respect and pride in your own work !
great video buddy, from an Englishman. I now live in NZ. After watching this I feel I could change a set - brilliant. Many thanks. mike
Yet again I've learnt something new that I can actually tackle with confidence. Hoping to get my scabby wheels powder coated this year so will be fitting new bearings. Fastest 45 minutes ever, don't know what it is about your videos but once I start watching one I can't turn it off, "that's a compliment" cheers guys
Thanks Si, you're very kind, im glad the videos can help you and really appreciate you watching... good luck with yours.. del.
Top tip Also to do mate is put the new bearing in the freezer for 20 minutes it shrinks it a few microns and you can nearly just put it in with your fingers
I'm about to change front wheel bearings on my 250 Enduro Honda. This is so useful. I feel confident to tackle the job. Thanks Del!!
Most welcome Geoff, good luck with it buddy..
Well its my first time taking out a rwar wheel bearing and watching your tutorial made it so so much better... I completed the job with no issues at all.. Just followed your steps and BOOM it popped out.... Can you use Lithium grease for peeping the new parts back in... Thanks so much mate... An absolute legend 👍
Hi mate, glad you got it sorted, you don't need to grease anything really, your bearings should be sealed and they're pre-greased inside, there's no room in the bearing cup for extra grease, so just maybe a wipe with a greasy finger so the bearing slides in and it should be fine... it's not a bad idea though to grease the axle to prevent it corroding inside the spacer sleeve.
I helped a buddy replace his front bearings on his Honda and that was a great learning process, your vid just added to the knowledge base...excellent video, cheers my friend
+Lorddarthvader1701 Thanks buddy, and good on yer for woring ti through for a buddy and getting it donw, that's what biker mates are for aye??!! Glad we could help and thanks for watching!
I know you posted this 4 years ago but thank you so much for doing this step by step, I'm bit of a novice but this has helped me so much, the MOT says slight rear bearing play so will give it a go, you made it look so easy, my machine is a gsx600f 03 reg.
Glad it helped Andrew, good luck with changing yours, take your time and have fun with it mate.. Del.
@@Moonfleet41 thanks for everything, chain and sprockets ordered, rear bearings ordered and will also give the exhaust a go, would it be ok to make the original one a stubby?
I know you probably won’t see this because this is a old ass video! But thank you very much mate, I always come to you for advice!! I done my rear wheel bearings today on my husqvarna an your video showed me in the 1st couple of minutes, great! Straight to the point, I done my fork seals by following your video also, thank you mate. You’re a diamond. Stay safe brother!
Got your message mate.. Glad to hear you got the bike sorted, and good on you for getting stuck in and doing it yourself.. Aint hard is it?, and now you know for next time. . Stay safe mate, and take care.. Del.
Just came across this vid after noticing my wheel making clunky noises - after watching, realised I'm doing things very wrong.
Had to change brake today and had to use a mallet to help get the axle back in because, although I use a paddock stand, I don't have a bench or anything so it's a bit awkward with me having to sit down to re-fit the wheel!
May well invest in a lift soon. Thanks for the vid, great as always
Brilliant! Replaced my rear bearings tonight, after watching your video. Not too difficult, though knocking the old bearings out with the spacer tube was a bit of job, and they were well and truly destroyed by the time I was done. The All Balls Racing kit is the way to go. Thanks a lot, Del and Penny!
Nice one buddy, glad you got is sussed, and yeah, totally agree, All Balls bearings are always the best choice! Thanks for letting us know John.... ride safe, D&Px
Great video! You saved me buying a bearing install kit. I did buy the Harbor freight bearing extractor kit though, and glad that I did since I think it greatly lowers the risk of damaging the hub using the punch/drift technique. With the kit I was able to remove the old bearing with no trouble, but did apply a bit of heat to the hub during removal. Thanks again!
Glad it helped, it's great to do your own maintenance!
you're like the Gordon Ramsey of motorcycles. Enjoyed the video a lot.
Thank you buddy!
Definitely. You are very clear with the "what's" and "how's" of what you're doing. Keep it up.
Holy crap, 7 years ago, ehh?? Well, its STILL the very best video I've seen on how to do it, AND its the ONLY video that has shown how to do all three rear wheel bearings. So thank you very-very much. Gotta say there, down-under, your bike looks like a Mad Max bike. :-) Loved that crazy movie. Thx again.
Thanks for your kind words, am glad you enjoyed it!
Got my first motorcycle a 2001 GSXR 750 and needs a few repairs, I'm changing tires, sprockets and chain and since wheels will be off anyways I got a set of all balls bearings for rear and front. I'm new to working on any type of vehicle but I decided I'm doing everything myself to learn. This video is perfect and makes me think I can do it myself. Thanks
Good luck with it mate, remember to enjoy the journey!
What I wouldn't have given to have had this video in the run up to my MOT in the summer??!? The pain I went through putting my bearings in. I ended up having to put them in the freezer & pour hot water over the hub after I minced my 1st set! Great video. Will make a great "go to" next time around
+MacBegbie Sorry not to get it up sooner buddy, but they come up when the things go wrong.
thanks delboy,just done mine, was worried at first but after watching you took up the challange,and i am please to say i have completed it, must tell the truth tho put the bearings in and forgot the middle bit, had to take a bearing out again to put it in, still with your help i got it done, thanks.
Nice one Graham, glad you got it sussed, and I guess this way you'll never forget that spacer tube again! Ride safe mate...
I know this video is old Del, but my wheel bearings went the other day and the new ones are arriving tomorrow and I couldn't remember how to do it.
Great even as a refresher video. Cheers again.
Thanks mate, good luck with it - hope all goes well, feel free to give
us a shout if you get stuck, always happy to try and help!
Well it got to the point I hoped it wouldn't!
The bearing on the seal-side, the side with the disc was completely shot. All the inner parts fell out when I took the seal off and I was left with the outer ring press-fit into the wheel.
I'm guessing there aren't any magical solutions for this, are there?
I can't reach that outer-ring as the space between the two sticks out past the outer ring.
I'll add some pictures in a minute.
Right - so this is the outer race stuck in the wheel:
i.imgur.com/81xZshO.jpg
And the damaged bearing in place before I removed it:
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Ok, in the first image, i presume that this is hte side that sits on the end of the free floating tube...and the part in the middle of the hole is the central tube itself?.. if so, then you obviously have a big enough hole to poke a drift through and beat the other bearing out the other side... then you can use the tube to tap that outer ring out using the tube>??? no??.
The outer bearing race is too far recessed past the hole that goes through the wheel. In the first image the spacer is out.
There is no tube there... I don't think.
That hole is as far as I'm aware just a part of the wheel.
You just saved me £100+ getting this sorted at a garage and I learned loads too. Very well made informative video, thanks guys.
Thanks buddy... great that we saved you so much money... it's a little taste of the kind of thing our You Tube Patrons enjoy every day, naturally this channel isn't free to run, our overheads are huge , so since we joined the Patreon scheme, we've been able to expand things and help more people - glad we could reach out and save you are few bucks ...
awesome, back to your old style of video`s, no fast forwards or music, just good old tutorial, keep em coming mate
+Heavy Metal Life Cheers mate, its good to get past all the prep of the garage, and get to work....thanks for your kind support... Del. (p.s. cant promise there wont be music and f/f in the future...lol )
+Moonfleet41 i loved the garage prep too, its really only the ff/music bits that grate me(i dont know why), ill just keep my mute button at the ready :)
Good video thanks. I am sure someone else has mentioned this in comments but sticking new bearings in the freezer (as well as, or instead of heating the wheel) can make installing the new bearings easier. Also using a socket of roughly the same size as the bearing outer makes a good drift.
+Daniel Quick Hi Daniel, yes, lots have said, and you can both heat the wheel AND freeze the bearing..then they practically push in with your thumbs. and i NEVER abuse my sockets by using them as drifts... you can use a length of thick alloy tube though..!
I really enjoy watching the way you do things.. It's funny i find myself finishing your sentences before you do. I guess we think the same. However, your videos are just that extra assurance that I'm doing what I'm doing right. I more then often learn new tricks and better ways of doing things from you as well. Thank you for your expertise!
Most welcome Sir, am really glad the videos can help you!
I was always sceptical about heating the cast wheel and freezing the bearing when replacing, was not sure how the two would react when mated together, stress fractures etc, FROM SUDDEN change in temperature so i do it your way( The RELIABLE METHOD) keep up the good work, very informative.
Hi Jason, I tend to agree, certainly on an old wheel that's been on the road a couple of decades already... but on a more gentle footing, you can certainly keep the bearing at room temperature and heat up the casting with nothing more than a hairdryer till it's just hot to touch... and then you'll still have to tap the bearing in, but it'll be really easy and pop in nicely, and no severe temperature change!
Not even in need of changing wheel bearings (yet) but just out of interest, very well explained and filmed , thank you both ! Will certainly look up more!
Thanks Chris, if you're subscribed, then you'll catch all the new uploads, we've always got something interesting uploading twice a week... glad you enjoyed! 👍
Rebuilding and older bike that someone did not take care of. It is always good to see how other people do things. No one knows it all.
Did my 08 Sportster front wheel bearings last weekend. Had to heat the hub to get them out using a blind bearing puller. Spacer was too tight against the bearings to move to one side. Smooth as silk now! Great video, keep them coming. Pen does great camera work!
Nice one buddy, we always love to hear that the videos have helped someone make their way through a job successfully... we often have to overcome obstacles like the heat you needed to use.. but that just makes it more fun aye... take care and thanks for your feedback buddy... Del.
man after seeing it done i could of done this myself!! i paid $190 to do lightweight pvm wheels and all they did was get bearings from a shop! thanks heaps for the video
Thanks Richard, it;s one of those jobs where the parts are cheap, but takes a long time, so the bill adds up purely in labour no matter whether they buy the aprts cheaply or not... it's why it's important to do it ourselves !
Thanks mate, I had ordered my front wheel bearing last week, should arrive tomorrow and this video has come at the right time for me, talk about timing.... thanks heaps
+VlogBiker Cheers buddy, we aim to please!
Loved the video! Very helpful! Just changing the wheel bearings on my Bandit 1200. The Bandit doesn't use any circlips and has a tight interference fit all the way down. So I took the old bearing and ground about 2 thousands off the outer face so it wouldn't get caught. Worked well and now I have another "Special Tool" in my tool box for intstalling bearings!
My 2016 FXDLS did the same thing, took the wheels off yesterday and took em to the Harley dealer and had them replaced. They didn't believe me at first until they got them back and looked at it closer. Bike feels better now with new tires as well
I bought my bike salvaged, so obviously, it needed some love. These videos are a godsend my friend!!! Thanks for the tutorials!!
Cheers Delboy! Saved me £100 + shipping on puller and installer!! I watched an old guy once use a rawlbolt (the expanding ones) to get purchase on the inner race to whack with an old axle from the other side. lol, Thanks again mate
That sounds like a neat trick with the rawl bolt. i love that kind of initiative..! glad the ideo helped you buddy..