Kawasaki Z1000 - ZR1000 2003-04 Service Manual - Small Engine ...

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13-22 SUSPENSION
Swingarm
• Remove the ball bearing and needle bearings.
Special Tool - Oil Seal and Bearing Remover: 57001–1058
[A]
Swingarm Bearing Installation
• Apply plenty of grease to the ball bearing and needle
bearings.
• Install the needle bearings so that the manufacturer’s
marks face in.
• Install the ball bearing so that the manufacturer’s marks
faces out.
Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set: 57001–1129 [A]
Swingarm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection
CAUTION
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Remove
may damage them.
• Inspect the needle bearings [A] and ball bearing [B] installed
in the swingarm,
○The rollers and ball in bearing normally wear very little,
and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring,
visually inspect the bearing for abrasion, discoloration, or
other damage.
If the needle bearing, ball bearing, and sleeve show any
sings of abnormal wear, discoloration, or damage. replace
them as a set.
Swingarm Pivot Lubrication
• Refer to Swingarm Pivot Lubrication in the Periodic Maintenance
chapter.
Chain Slider Inspection
• Visually inspect the chain slider [A].
Replace the chain slider if it shows any signs of abnormal
wear or damage.