Lowing link

rasta1096
06-12-2003, 11:53 PM
What bearings are being used in the adjustable Speedlink lowering link for the rear shock? The stock bearing in the stock arm cannot be removed without destroying them. Is there an after market company that makes them?

madcow
06-13-2003, 02:23 AM
schnitz racing says to heat them up slighlty and pound them out lightly. i know this can be done (i have done it) i used a 17mm socket and it fit perfect on the bearing and i just tapped the socket lightly and they came right out. i guess some of the mcould be froze in there but i woudl try first. i think the yamaha bearings are like $9 each. i know tha some aftermarket links come with bronze bearings that are not roller type so i would imagine that you sould get the same size bearing at several places...

Jeff
06-13-2003, 06:31 AM
I just purchased one from the mad cow. Tapping with a hammer will not do. Get a 17mm socket like my man said and use a vise to press it out. Use a socket that's a little bigger on the other side so the bearing has someplace to go. It will not damage it, do not worry.