HOME 1. Obtain WHEEL BEARING INSTALLER/REMOVER (Part No. HD-44060) and assemble tools required for bearing installation. sm03086 a. Sparingly apply graphite lubricant to threads of a draw down bolt or a suitable threaded rod with double locking nuts to prolong service life and ensure smooth operation. 1 2 b. See Figure 2-89 . Place threaded rod (1) through support plate (2). c. Insert assembly through wheel. d. Place the new bearing on threaded rod (1) with lettered side outward. If ABS equipped, slide encoder bearing down rod with red-side in and greenish tan- side out. e. Install pilot (6), bearing (5), washer (4) and nut (3) over rod. 2.
Hold hex end of threaded rod (1) and turn nut (3) to install bearing. Bearing will be fully seated when nut can no longer be turned. Remove tool. 3. Install spacer sleeve inside wheel hub. 4. Reverse tool and install opposite side bearing. 3 1 6 4 5 1. Threaded rod 2. Support plate 3. Nut 4. Washer 5. Nice bearing 6. Pilot Figure 2-89. Installing Wheel Bearing (typical) 2009 VRSC Service: Chassis 2-73