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Chabby
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Rear linkage needle rollers

#1 Post by Chabby » Sat Nov 07, 2009 7:29 pm

I'm not being lazy and I really have searched, both here and AF1 but I can't find any info regarding the size of the rear dogbone bearings.
I've obtained an RSV dogbone and plates to go with a shock I've had for a while.
When I checked the needle rollers they were so badly rusted I decided I was going to replace them.
Now it's been my experience that it's a lot cheaper to source replacements at a bearing suppliers than buy at dealer prices.
Trouble is they were that knackered I've had to virtually cut them out so I haven't got a whole one to compare.
Anyone actually know the correct size/code for the bearings?

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#2 Post by MartDude » Sat Nov 07, 2009 8:11 pm

Do you know if they're the same as those on a Futura? If so, I've got a spare linkage with the bearings, which I'll gladly measure for you.

Or give Griff a ring at Aprilia Performance : www.apriliaperformance.co.uk 01827 285500
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Re: Rear linkage needle rollers

#3 Post by D-Rider » Sat Nov 07, 2009 9:06 pm

Chabby wrote:I'm not being lazy and I really have searched, both here and AF1 but I can't find any info regarding the size of the rear dogbone bearings.
I've obtained an RSV dogbone and plates to go with a shock I've had for a while.
When I checked the needle rollers they were so badly rusted I decided I was going to replace them.
Now it's been my experience that it's a lot cheaper to source replacements at a bearing suppliers than buy at dealer prices.
Trouble is they were that knackered I've had to virtually cut them out so I haven't got a whole one to compare.
Anyone actually know the correct size/code for the bearings?

Try the STICKY thread in the Aprilia Technical section entitled

"Swingarm, Suspension Linkage, Wheel & Steering Bearings"

I think you'll find everything you need to know there.
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#4 Post by Chabby » Sat Nov 07, 2009 9:20 pm

The technical section !

D'oh - Clues in the name, I'm as thick as a whale omelette........

Thats exactly what I wanted - Cheers D-Rider.

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