Taper roller headstock bearings...

Greg · Post by **Greg** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 1:01 am

Just before I throw everything back together, is it going to be worth doing a taper roller conversion on the headstock? The standard ball and race bearings look/feel ok, but it seems silly not to change them if I can ...

Any feedback appreciated.

G

Red Rex · Post by **Red Rex** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 9:57 am

I fitted taper races on my previous bike (FZ600) and compared to the standard races they were almost totally free of 'friction'. Yes , I did install them correctly before anyone asks. Personally I didn't like the loose feeling to the steering but was stuck with it until I decided to revert to the standard ball races.

honkdawillydahonk · Post by **honkdawillydahonk** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 10:08 am

I've fitted tapers to a few bikes in the past. They work well but are harder to adjust correctly (IMO) These days I always fit genuine and adjust them according to the manual - perfect results everytime!

Greg · Post by **Greg** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 11:21 am

Would that be genuine balls Honk??

Would I be better off if my balls were in the right place and properly adjusted.. not too tight ??

G

honkdawillydahonk · Post by **honkdawillydahonk** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 11:25 am

Greg wrote:Would that be genuine balls Honk??

Yes indeed.... Although the bottom one is a taper!