Inspection
1. Remove the swingarm (see Section 14). Remove the chain adjusters if required, noting how they fit, especially the UP mark on XL models (see illustration).
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15.1. Note how and which way round the chain adjusters fit - XL type shown
2. Thoroughly clean the swingarm, removing all traces of dirt, corrosion and grease.
3. Inspect the swingarm closely, looking for obvious signs of wear such as heavy scoring, and cracks or distortion due to accident damage. Any damaged or worn component must be replaced.
4. Check the swingarm pivot bolt for straightness by rolling it on a flat surface such as a piece of plate glass (first wipe off all old grease and remove any corrosion using wire wool). If the pivot bolt is bent, renew it.
Bearing check and replacement
5. Remove the dust cap and/or collar (where fitted according to model) from each swingarm pivot, then withdraw the spacers, noting what fits where (see illustrations 14.7a and b). Lever out the grease seals (see Illustration). Clean off all old grease.
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15.5. Lever out the seals...
6. Refer to Tools and Workshop Tips In the Reference section and check the bearings - both caged ball bearings and needle bearings are fitted. XL600V models have two needle bearings in each pivot. XL650V models have two caged ball bearings separated by a spacer and secured by a circlip in the right-hand pivot and a needle bearing in the left-hand pivot. XRV750 models have two needle bearings in the right-hand pivot and a needle bearing and two caged ball bearings separated by a spacer and secured by a circlip in the left-hand pivot.
7. Clean the bearings and Inspect them for wear or damage (see illustration). If they do not run smoothly and freely or If there is excessive freeplay, they must be replaced with new ones - refer to the Reference Section for removal and installation methods.
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15.7 ...and check the bearings
8. The caged ball bearing(s) are held by a circlip and separated by a spacer. The needle bearing(s) must be renewed if removed - they cannot be reused. Measure the depth in the pivot that each bearing is set at and set the new bearings to the same depth.
9. Check the condition of the grease seals and replace them with new ones If they are damaged, deformed or deteriorated (see illustration).
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15.9. Use new grease seals if necessary
10. Lubricate the grease seals, bearings, collars and spacers with multi-purpose grease. Insert the spacers, then fit the collars and/or caps according to model (see illustrations 14.7b and a).