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Scottishclarky, It sounds like you had the exact same thing that happened to me a couple years ago. The bike was running and just stopped at a crossing. It would spin but not start. The dealer tore it apart and found the old spring type tensioner gave way and allowed the chain to skip. You can...

I had recently gone through all the same iterations as Ceesie76 is now. The 12-point socket is a 46mm to get the axle off. I used the old fashioned way of cutting an "X" on the inner race and break it with a chisel. Driving the inner race back on, I found a 1-1/2 inch pipe is perfect for seating...

Ceesie76 - This is exactly what I am feeling and at the same speeds. I did not find any play in the rear wheel as I turned the wheel and shook, looking for unusual play in the wheel. As you say, it doesn't seem like it is the rear bearing. At speed, it becomes rhythmic, like play in the final...

This has been fascinating to read now, as the timing is perfect. I think I am in need of the same repair for the second time in 44k miles, last being done at the dealer. I am searching high and low for the needle bearing in the US, but seem to have no luck finding a bearing with the "ARS"...

I am getting ready to do this upgrade. Curious - what was used as a dust cover to keep out the elements? These bearings are subject to water and dirt on the lower end. The original might work, though not ideal.

I just worked on this last week. On the right side you may need to remove the battery to see the pinch bolt. To get at them, you need to turn the bars to the opposite direction and the bolts come into view. The left side has the top bolt and the second bolt below the adjusting screw. It is quite...