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fazlo321
12-13-2003, 10:51 AM
hey, i'm new here. but need some help. How often and how do you grease axel bearings?? i do ride in some water, so sooner or later i have to do it, but don't know how. thanks

300exOH
12-13-2003, 11:27 AM
I would say about once or twice a year. Don't forget the swingarm pivot bolt while you're at it. Water is the worst thing for your bearings so maybe twice a year would be a good idea if you are in it that much.

12-13-2003, 07:45 PM
arent the stock 300ex's sealed bearings..my 400ex they were? :confused: :confused:

Aceman
12-14-2003, 08:43 PM
Your 300ex has sealed bearings. You just replace them when they wear out, you can get them for $19 plus shipping on Ebay. The only way I've ever heard of greasing sealed bearings is by using a needle and syringe filled with grease. I've never tried it so I don't know how well it works.

xc400ex
12-19-2003, 06:06 PM
Yeah thats where everyone messes up..The carrier needs to be packed full of grease around the bearings to keep mud and water out and the bearings will last much longer.