Inspection; Bearing Replacement - Suzuki RM125 Owner's Service Manual

INSPECTION

• Inspect the rear shock absorber for oil leakage.
• Inspect the damper rod for bends and smooth movement.
• Inspect the bump rubber for deterioration and damage.
• Inspect the damper rod hidden by the bump rubber by moving
the bump rubber.
• Inspect the spacers and dust seals for damage.
• Inspect the bearing for excessive play and smooth movement.

BEARING REPLACEMENT

• Remove the spacers.
• Remove the needle roller bearings 1.
• Remove the dust seals 2.
• Remove the needle roller bearing cage 3 with the special
tool.
 09921-20240: Bearing remover set
• Press the needle roller bearing cage with the special tool and
a suitable size socket wrench.
NOTE:
When installing the needle roller bearing cage, the stamped
mark on the bearing must face left side.
Position the needle roller bearing cage by refering to the illustra-
tion of page 17-20.
 09924-84521: Bearing installer set
REAR SUSPENSION 17-5