just when you think it's fixed

[heavyonthegas]

First of all, I am new to this site and I gotta say it is Awesome! There is no better place to find detailed information about my machine. Nice work people.

I put my 400EX back together, and take 'er for a spin. 'Runs great. take it back in and go to tighten the chain and I BREAK THE @#$%'n bearing holder! So,

My question is, does anyone know of a cheaper place to buy the bearing holder?
Servicehonda.com = $206.35
Powersportspro = $302.24

If there is nothing cheaper, I won't complain, $100 difference from PSP.com makes me happy enough..

Also, is there a "real" tool to get that job done better? (chain tightening)

For those who haven't yet, I would suggest trying servicehonda.com's interactive parts-wizz-gizzy through the remote desktop - it was really easy and handy.

Thanks!

[mcleod]

i use a coil over ajustement wrench (it's originally for my car)

it's work perfectly. in both way.!

[luvmyex]

get a billet aftermarket one from 125 -250 depending on where you get it. i think rath make a inexpensive one im not sure. 100x better and comes with a rod to adjust.

[coryatver]

just get an aftermarket one. They have wider bearings and a grease zerk and a lot cheaper.

[northwest Texas]

I just broke mine too while trying to remove the bearings. Not exactly sure how I did it but I busted it good.

Call up Colby at C&D (sponsors) and see. What I've seen of his quotes to other guys and what he's done for me so far is as good as anyone else.

I like Bike Bandits online microfiche if I'm looking at something specific.

[heavyonthegas]

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback, and will check into those ideas! I def like aftermarket - if its better AND cheaper!

[jmonje]

i saw a used lonestar carrier on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/400EX-LONESTAR-BEARING-CARRIER_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43974QQihZ013QQ itemZ230051660970QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

[awsomeaussies]

Burgard sells billet carriers for $150.00

I think they would also work on stock swingarms, besides there own swingarms, but I'm not positive.

[heavyonthegas]

Originally posted by awsomeaussies
Burgard sells billet carriers for $150.00

I think they would also work on stock swingarms, besides there own swingarms, but I'm not positive.

Called Burgard, they said they will fit the stock swingarm. Looks nice for 150.00 :)

[440exroost1984]

Alot of people have done this to there bearing carrier. Including myself. I would use big channel locks on stock carriers. I got a RAD for my 300ex off ebay for $120 bucks. 400ex one may be alil more not much though. And while your ordering a new aftermarket twin row carrier you might as well get a set of double wide bearings so you'll have them for in the future.

check these out.
http://search.ebay.com/400ex-carrier_W0QQfkrZ1QQfromZR8

[spent21]

i too bought a RAD carrier once with tapered bearings. i LOVE it. you have to keep an eye on it more than standard bearings, but it is definately stronger in all aspects. i bought it out of a catalog, but i don't remember who?

[butterbean416]

I bought a brand new PRP billet carrier with grease zerks/ or fittings off of ebay for $100, because I broke my stock one tighting up my chain

[heavyonthegas]

Thanks for all the advice everyone!