Motorcycle rear suspension greasing (DR650) Pt2.
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- čas přidán 16. 07. 2024
- Dino’s Tinker Shed, S3 Ep8, Motorcycle rear suspension greasing (DR650) Pt2.
In this episode, I continue the service on the rear suspension of my DR650. Today I will remove the swing arm and bell crank assembly from the bike, inspect it and re-grease it. I also take the time to clean the chain and the surrounding areas while access is so good.
My rear end is nice an tight so I decided not to pull and replace the bearings, however if you need to replace yours this video will show you how to remove and reinstall the main components on the bike. In the future I will make a video showing how to replace the bearings as well but not his time.
As always, I include time codes so you can skip around as I know I talk a lot LOL.
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TIME CODE CHAPTERS:
00:00- Cold opening
01:10- Introduction
01:29- Removing the rear tire.
03:00- Testing for bearing play.
03:58- Removing the chain block.
04:30- Supporting the bike.
06:07- Rear brake removal.
07:03- Removal of the dog bone nuts.
08:26- Swing arm bolt removal
10:00- Inspecting the pivot bolt.
10:47- Cleaning the swingarm.
12:11- Servicing the swing arm bearings.
14:54- Mid-point bearing service.
18:51- Bell crank service
21:10- Re-installing the bell crank.
22:21- Cleaning the chain.
23:17- Re-installing the swingarm.
25:14-Attaching the dog bones
25:39- Review
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Wow, great in depth video again Dino. We enjoyed every minute of it! We loved the Kerosine cleaning B’roll section, with music 😃.
Also a question about the rusty bolt that you cleaned with the wirewheel. The bolt looked to be galvanised/zinc coated. And if so, aren’t you worried the wire wheel would damage or take off this coating and it would rust worse after that? Or isn’t that really a problem usually?
Again, love the videos and looking forward to the next one!
So glad you enjoyed it. As to your question, yes the bolt is coated from the factory and may rust again after cleaning. Ideally the best option is to replace the bolt and I most likely will at the next service interval however I am quite confident that with the amount of additional grease I put on the shaft before I re-installed it into the bike, it should be OK for now. Great question, thank you for asking it.
Dino
Every DR owner needs to watch your videos Dino, you without question produce the most clear, thorough and useful tutorials.
Anthony A, thank you for the kind words, I am think I'm getting better as the channel grows, I have learned a lot from other channels out there and I would give them credit before me, Mottodans, Biker Bits, Biker Bytes, Full Pelt adventures and of course cross training adventure all deserve high praise for their work on promoting the DR650. These are the channels that inspired me to jump in the CZcams game and I still watch all their content.
Thank you again for the comment, I really do appreciate the feedback.
Dino
Got my first motorcycle; a 2003 DR650 last month. Your videos have been the best source of mods I am currently working on. Extremely detailed and clean edited videos ! Thanks a lot !
So glad you enjoy them
I have an ‘03 as well . Your videos are great . Thanks for putting them together !
I replaced the 4 bearings on the linkage as 2 were mostly dry . That was a challenge pushing out the old and in with the new . Did it with sockets , a 3’ cheater bar in my workbench vise . That was sketchy . Heat & cold is your friend in that challenge.
You made putting that swingarm back in look easy . I struggled a bit but got it .
This is great Dino. You do such a good job showing and explaining this work. I can't wait to get a shop setup like yours.
Thank you for the comment and the feedback I appreciate it. I hope the videos give you some ideas for when you get your shop, the planning can be half the fun.
Again, thank you
Dino
Great instructional video Dino! Thank you for making it simple for guys like me to service our DR's
So glad you enjoyed it, I'm a simple guy to lol. Thank you for the comments
Dino
Can’t wait for part three!
Thank you Kelly
Great video Dino! Got a barn find I'm cleaning up, and this video was pure gold!
Right on, always like a good project. Glad the video was usefull.
Dino
Well done pointing out the washerless side of that pivot bolt. A clear indication that you always loosen and tighten with the nut (over a washer) 👍🏻
Thanks for the comment and the information Eric. We need to turn some notes and bolts on that Bronco of yours once the weather breaks.
Dino
Great videos. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to the shock service video.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it
Dino
Absolutely excellent video Dino, as always.
Had you put this video out when I first did this it would have saved me a considerable amount of headache (not sure if CZcams was around then…).
You teach us mechanic and language 👏🏻. You are the best 🏆
I am very happy that you find the videos helpful and I am very glad that I can help with the language as well.
Thank you for your kind words.
Dino
Great video! Clear visuals, descriptions and helpful hints. Thanks!
Your Wellcome, glad you enjoyed it
Dino
To torque the bell crank bolt. Remove the brake lever. The hole that the brake lever pivot goes into is large enough for a 3/8 extension bar and lines up perfectly to the nut.
Great tip thank you for sharing.
Din9
Good job! The cleaning can be the time consuming part of the job. I pulled my DR apart and greased everything a year ago when it was new. No cleaning needed.
I should have done a bit more fall cleaning before winter got here but its looking good now, thank you for the comment. Just curious, how was the factory grease job?
Dino
@@DinosTinkerShed not nearly as bad as you hear. There was grease in there but on the thin side. It is a quality grease though. The biggest thing was all the bolts were dry and probably would have gotten surface rust as one of yours did. I like to put a thin coat of grease on those too. What was it you said shumear? Haha
Thank you for the follow up, I'm sure Suzuki puts in an amount that does the job but also keeps cost down by not adding more than is required. As owners we can afford the few pennies more to add additional protection to our rides. Yes, shumear, great word for sure.
Thank you again.
Dino
Hey! I don´t know how I missed these videos when they came out... Only just watching them now having done this exact service on my DR yesterday 😂 Thanks again for all your DR content!
Glad you enjoy the content and thank you for the comment
Dino
What a fantastic and informative video. Thank you for the content.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for taking the time to comment 😀👍.
Dino
You made that look easy!!!!!
I might have to give it a go. I've always been a little timid to try.
Hey you can do this project. I did learn that the reassembly goes easier with a buddy and Karl came over to assist me with it.
All you have to do is pre soak the fasteners, use the right tools and take your time. I had a few coffees while I worked and it went along just fine.
Thank you again for the comment.
Dino
Great video Dino. I did the same job on my DR earlier this month. I’m looking forward to your video reinstalling the air box, it took me quite a bit of time to finally get it in, 3 attempts with the last attempt only taking 20 minutes.
Glad you enjoyed it. Working on that video right now.
Dino
Great video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. 👍
My pleasure! Thank you for the comment.
Dino
Good clear video with accurate advice. (I have been using kerosene for mechanical cleaning since I was first shown as a youngster many years ago - no issues). Thankyou for the service video Dino. Pleased you mention the workshop manual for verification of the correct torque values - most important.
Thank you Mal, Kerosene worked very well, I was much impressed. I had read the manual a few times, for some reason this project had me a bit worried, but it did work out well. As always Mal, thank you for the feedback.
Dino
Very nice Dino , you are talented
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it
Thanks Dino - great video!
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you for the comment.
Dino
Good stuff Dino. Love how straight forward you present your vids, a reference source for all DR owners. ATB Jason 👍
Thank you Jason, I am flattered, your videos are very influential for me as is the DR community in general, very helpful and friendly folk who are always supportive.
I wish we were not so far apart, I would love to go for a ride with you and share some fun, lol.
Thanks again.
Dino
@@DinosTinkerShed it is a great community isn't it 😊 If I'm ever in your neck of the woods I'll be sure to look you up. Keep up the good work mate 💪👍
Good job Dino, your bike looks to have been well looked after in the past. Kero is the best I have found for cleaning parts like that to.
Thank you Dan, yes it was well looked after for sure. nice and clean again, just in time to get dirty this spring lol.
Dino
Great video Dino. Excellent content. Who doesn’t like keeping their DR in top condition?
Thank you for the comment, I agree, it's such an easy bike to work on that maintenance becomes really fun. Thanks again and I really glad you enjoyed the video.
Dino
Good work Dino. If You ever decide to tour Australia , I can offer you a bunk and good pit stop. In Barossa valley area. Dave.
Wow, thank you for the offer, not sure if I can make that happen but the offer is amazing, thank you so much. Now I have to look up Barossa Valley.
Dino
@@DinosTinkerShed Big wine region . 1hr from river Murray 1 hr to the beach & Adelaide, Nice part of the world.
Dino have a look at this Aussie Lad he is a legend on the DR650. I hope my link works, if not look up SKIDS & STUFF. czcams.com/video/1NoAcbP1suQ/video.html
@@aussiefarmer8741 very cool, link worked. Thanks for sharing. This guy really knows how to ride.
Dino
Thanks 😊!
You should of whipped out your P-Touch to labels those ziplocks 🤔🤣
Lol perhaps
Dino
I think you enjoyed greasing those bearings just a little too much Dino😂.
😅perhaps.....
Dino
Another great video Dino. What type of grease did you use . . . bearing grease or marine grade ?
I used a water resistant chassis and bearing grease, nothing fancy. Thanks for the question.
Dino
Let's just hope his wife doesn't see that he used her dish rag to wipe up grease.
Thanks for another great video! I didn't hear you mention anything about the black swing arm chain guide wear. Was it okay?
Thank you for the question, I do often miss some of the details as I produce the video. Yes, both the chain guide and the chain block on the back were in great shape with normal wear. I should have mentioned this in the video and I thank you for asking the question.
Dino
Why didn’t you reverse the direction of the bolt on the Bell curve so that you can fit the torque wrench on the left side?
I guess I just placed it back the way it came out. I honestly can not remember if that was an option or not. Thank you for the question, Ill have to look at that.
Dino
You have some really great content thanks for making these videos, have you ever checked your snail cam adjusters for accuracy? mine on my 99 XT600e were out by quite a bit.
Interesting, I did actually use a string line to set the rear tire parallel with the front in one of my videos, at that time the adjusters seemed to be accurate enough to get the rear tire straight. Next time I have the wheel off I will check them with some calipers though. Thanks for the tip.
Dino
@@DinosTinkerShed I used a long rod with sliding pointers, you place one pointer in the axle hole then slide the other pointer to the hole in the swingarm pivot, should be exactly the same distance on both sides of the bike.
very good way to ensure the tire is straight. I will try this and share a video on it if you are alright with that?
Thank you again.
Dino
@@DinosTinkerShed Sure, feel free it would make a good subject 👍
What's the purpose of a hollow bolt?
Did you use the kerosene to wash the chain? I imagine it's safe on the O-rings...?
Yes I did, worked great