1-2 2006 Touring: Maintenance
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Bearings
Anti-friction bearings must be handled in a special way. To
keep out dirt and abrasives, cover the bearings as soon as
they are removed from the package.
Wash bearings in a non-flammable cleaning solution. Knock
out packed lubricant inside by tapping the bearing against a
wooden block. Wash bearings again. Cover bearings with
clean material after setting them down to dry. Never use com-
pressed air to dry bearings.
Coat bearings with clean oil. Wrap bearings in clean paper.
Be sure that the chamfered side of the bearing always faces
the shoulder (when bearings installed against shoulders).
Lubricate bearings and all metal contact surfaces before
pressing into place. Only apply pressure on the part of the
bearing that makes direct contact with the mating part.
Always use the proper tools and fixtures for removing and
installing bearings.
Bearings do not usually need to be removed. Only remove
bearings if necessary.
Bushings
Do not remove a bushing unless damaged, excessively worn
or loose in its bore. Press out bushings that must be
replaced.
When pressing or driving bushings, be sure to apply pres-
sure in line with the bushing bore. Use a bearing/bushing
driver or a bar with a smooth, flat end. Never use a hammer
to drive bushings.
Inspect the bushing and the mated part for oil holes. Be sure
all oil holes are properly aligned.
Gaskets
Always discard gaskets after removal. Replace with new gas-
kets. Never use the same gasket twice (unless instructed
otherwise). Be sure that gasket holes match up with holes in
the mating part.
If a gasket must be made, be sure to cut holes that match up
with the mating part. Serious damage can occur if any flange
holes are blocked by the gasket. Use material that is the right
type and thickness.
Lip Type Seals
Lip seals are used to seal oil or grease and are usually
installed with the sealing lip facing the contained lubricant.
Seal orientation, however, may vary under different applica-
tions.
Seals should not be removed unless necessary. Only remove
seals if required to gain access to other parts or if seal dam-
age or wear dictates replacement.
Leaking oil or grease usually means that a seal is damaged.
Replace leaking seals to prevent overheated bearings.
Always discard seals after removal. Do not use the same
seal twice.
O-Rings (Preformed Packings)
Always discard O-rings after removal. Replace with new O-
rings. To prevent leaks, lubricate the O-rings before installa-
tion. Apply the same type of lubricant as that being sealed.
Be sure that all gasket, O-ring and seal mating surfaces are
thoroughly clean before installation.
Gears
Always check gears for damaged or worn teeth.
Remove burrs and rough spots with a honing stone or crocus
cloth before installation. Lubricate mating surfaces before
pressing gears on shafts.
Shafts
If a shaft does not come out easily, check that all nuts, bolts
or retaining rings have been removed. Check to see if other
parts are in the way before using force.
Shafts fitted to tapered splines should be very tight. If shafts
are not tight, disassemble and inspect tapered splines. Dis-
card parts that are worn. Be sure tapered splines are clean,
dry and free of burrs before putting them in place. Press mat-
ing parts together tightly.
Clean all rust from the machined surfaces of new parts.
Part Replacement
Always replace worn or damaged parts with new parts.
CLEANING
Part Protection
Before cleaning, protect rubber parts (such as hoses, boots
and electrical insulation) from cleaning solutions. Use a
grease-proof barrier material. Remove the rubber part if it
cannot be properly protected.
Cleaning Process
Any cleaning method may be used as long as it does not
result in parts damage. Thorough cleaning is necessary for
proper parts inspection. Strip rusted paint areas to bare
metal before repainting.
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