front wheel bearing

[timo_d135]

hey guys, got a '99 400ex.

and im wondering what the front wheel bearings would sound like if there going bad. i just go it this january and im not sure how old they are.

thanks

[camaromitch]

You should either be getting a constant squeel or maybe every time the tire turns over. You can check it like this. Put the quad on a stand or atleast so that the front tires are off the ground. Stand beside the front tire and put your hands on the top, then shake the tire toward you and away from you and see if you can get ANY slop at all. If so, change 'em. If not you might be able to get away with just repacking them, but bearings are real cheap if you want to just go that route for peace of mind.

[timo_d135]

i dont hear a squealing, but when im riding i can hear something. not sure how to explain it, but i can tell its the bearing.

i just had it in the air and it didnt seem to wiggle any.

[400exc]

Are you sure its not the brakes grinding while you ride?

[CJM]

Could be your brakes or the tires whining.

[honda400ex2003]

put your front end up and check for movement of the hub. it would move up and down without the rest moving.

steve

[timo_d135]

its not a grinding sound. its kinda like the sound of skateboard bearing when when you spin it, just really quiet.

it dosent move up or down any