1983 KZ550M LTD Rear end service
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1983 KZ550M LTD Rear end service
28 Apr 2015 21:42 - 11 May 2015 11:47
Can I use lithium complex high temp wheel bearing grease on my propeller shaft joints?
Also, when filling my final gear case with oil, do I have to measure out 190mL or can I just fill the case to the height of the filler opening? (With the bike on the center stand)
Thank you!
Update: A moly grease with 60% + molybdenum disulfide content seems to be the best bet for lubricating propellar shaft joints.
Also, when filling my final gear case with oil, do I have to measure out 190mL or can I just fill the case to the height of the filler opening? (With the bike on the center stand)
Thank you!
Update: A moly grease with 60% + molybdenum disulfide content seems to be the best bet for lubricating propellar shaft joints.
1983 KZ550-M1 LTD Shaft
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Re: 1983 KZ550M LTD Rear end service
11 May 2015 11:43 - 11 May 2015 11:51
I'm trying to bring an '83 KZ550 LTD Shaft up to schedule on its maintenance intervals, and it's about time for the propeller shaft joint lubrication. This is my first shaft-driven bike, and after reading the instructions for this process I realize that I don't really know what I'm doing.
What section of the driveshaft is that first illustration showing?
Will I need to remove the swingarm for this process? If I do, how do I do that? (Edit: Looks like the swingarm needs to be removed :dry: )
While I'm in there, are there any o-rings or gaskets that should be replaced?
Thanks.
What section of the driveshaft is that first illustration showing?
Will I need to remove the swingarm for this process? If I do, how do I do that? (Edit: Looks like the swingarm needs to be removed :dry: )
While I'm in there, are there any o-rings or gaskets that should be replaced?
Thanks.
1983 KZ550-M1 LTD Shaft
Last edit: 11 May 2015 11:51 by Hamaya.
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