How To Remove Harley Wheel Bearings | Tool Tech Tuesday | JIMS | Kevin Baxter | Pro Twin Performance 

Awesome and informative Video as usual. Thank you for your time Kevin. I thought I would share a problem with wheel bearings that I personally encountered. While on a 1000 mile trip summer of 2020 I started to notice my voltage gauge needle was slightly jumping and or bouncing. Of course I immediately start to think I am gonna have starting issues and may possibly have to jumpstart my bike at any one of our stops. Keeping a close eye on it, I never had any battery/charging issues the entire trip, although the needle bouncing never quit. As time riding progressed for the next several weeks the bouncing got progressively worse and especially when I had been riding for 30 min straight and longer. Lots of research on HD forums I got many ideas of what could possibly be the cause at lots of labor and money to cost effective do it yourself at home. A certain gentleman’s post said to replace the wheel bearings seemed slightly odd to me but was the cheapest and easiest option for me to do at home. Problem solved! Changed front wheel bearings and DID find one of the bearings would not have lasted very much longer. So if any of you guys/gals are having issues with your voltage meter needle bouncing up and down, please check and change front wheel bearings it could save your life heading in and out of your favorite mountain roads.

I could not think of anything near as good as what those 3 winners had. I enjoyed the video as well. Mike from Maryland.

Excellent video Kevin. Again I learned something new. Thanks. I gave my check to a friend with cancer. She needed it more than I did.

Sure could have used this tool a couple weeks ago. 2006 Heritage Softail new rear tire install so I figured I would replace the wheel bearings since the wheel was off. Harbor Freight slide hammer style bearing puller. 😤😤😤😤. No way possible. Local cycle shop pulled them for $10 each. Definitely pays to have the correct tools! Great channel Kevin!

Best wheel bearing removal video, period.

This guy's got to have crazy peripherals..

Excellent attention to details to make things easier, thanks

Nothing more satisfying then pulling bearings!!! 👍😎👍

Mine failed at 33k in a corner, was not a fun situation. Bike still under factory warranty, and dealer still charged me to replace them. Waiting to see what Harley is going to do. Great video appreciate the time you put into them.

Thanks for sharing Kevin I love you show. I coming to your shop the next time I am up that way

So in the immortal words of Clarence Carter instead of love with a feeling love your bearing and Jim’s tool with a feeling lol

Excellent series! I always make sure I make time to watch your videos no matter what time I get off work!

Thanks Kevin for the great video with some great tips.

Great video…I have a 1999 Heritage Softail Classic with wire wheels…my question is: will this tool remove the bearing races on a wire wheel or is this only for cast wheels?

What a great teacher you are, glad I found you!

I really like these Tech Tips video series thanks

Great video Kevin, thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers

Nice tip ....Knowledge something that cannot be taken away,,,,,

Excellent video, always covers all the bases. Thank you...

Awesome information as always. 👍

And .. another great instructional & entertaining vid.... Cheers.

Im here let’s do this!

I am happy I watched this

With regards to an ABS situation, I'm curious as to why Harley recommends pulling the 'primary' bearing( left side on front wheel, right side on rear wheel) first, before pulling the regular bearing out from the other side. Is it because the expander collet can get a better grip on the 'primary' bearing if it is pulled first?

Great explanation as always

Make sure your spacer are aligned and spaced correctly on each side

Another great video! D&D

Gday, was a reinstall video already posted?

I always struggle to remember which side goes in last. Most bikes drive in to the seat. But Harley one side goes in to seat, other goes in to touch the collar

I've got a 2021 SGS with 5000mi. The front wheel bearings I've got to replace.

Another excellent video... Kudos..

Is that 40k - 50k mile recommendation just for non ABS bearings? I have a '17 Road King with ABS and have 2 questions. 1. How do I know when the bearings is starting to go bad? Is there a difference in the ride? 2. How often as a PM should I replace ABS equipped bearings? Currently I'm at 8200 miles.

I am pumped about winning that signed Jims T-Shirt. Question: It's not pink with hearts is it?

Great video ! Where is the installation one ?

What’s the tool # for late model touring wheel bearings? 2019 Ultra for example.

Well I got a few minutes, so I'm taking a brake from planting onion plants to watch this again. Next time you're at JIMS please ask them what the expanding piece is called I'm old and I used to know but.... I have a tool just like that one and I like it better than my old slide hammer one, Besides the fact that it does a better job installing the new bearings than my old hole punch.

Excellent info Kevin. Thanks

Awesome video. You’re instruction and tips are great

Can you reuse your old push rods in a new cam install on Milwaukee 8 or is there a difference in base circle. I have adjustable ones now and I feel solid is better with less mass flopping around. I have a mid range cam so nothing to aggressive.

Heat expansion 0.003"-0.005"

Another great video, thank you good sir.

Very Nice Video...Thanks Man!!!

Yes Sir good job

Hey Kevin have you ever tried a penetrant called Knocker loose from CRC It is an awesome product. I use it at my shop and I love it. you should try it out.

Can old tapered bearings be upgraded to the newer bearings?

Never pressure wash sealed wheel bearing and chemicals can destroy and allow foreign objects between the bearing

Good stuff Kevin 👍🏻🇦🇺

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DO NOT EVER use Anti-Seize on an axle shaft! A simple light lubrication of axle grease or other "tacking-type grease" is ALL that is required. We're not trying to provide a lube allowing the inner bearing race to rotate upon the axle shaft in an effort to reduce friction. In FACT, you DO NOT want the inner bearing race to rotate REGULARLY on the axle! The design of the sealed bearing is that the inner race remains motionless, and the bearing cage and outer race are the ONLY elements EXPECTED to rotate about the inner race and axle shaft. PLEASE!! DO NOT use anti-seize on axles.

25mm = 1" diameter

FYI 100 in lbs is 8.5 ft lbs

Ha! Thanks number 3 👌

Jim's thinks highly of his tools.... 😆... I found Kwan ching.. he thinks less of his Chinese tool. 😆

Guarantee it too forever to get that hub to 200 degrees with a heat gun.

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100in lbs=100"lbs

If you force it in then you might ruin your tool!

Best way to replace a Harley wheel bearing, is to buy a sport bike!