GSX-R1100N inspection and rear maintenance work.
Bikes from this era have plenty of grease packed in and are built tough.
My camera has been acting up lately and won’t cooperate at all. The condition looks good, so I’ll clean and lubricate everything before reassembly.
Bearings and sleeves would feel nicer if they were brand new, but after checking and evaluating them, if they’re still usable there’s no problem keeping them as is.
This is a really well-maintained bike, and the inside is clean too.
I’d like to replace just the chain slider. Rubber and resin parts are scary—you never know when they’ll stop working.
The Ohlins bump rubber was shattered and completely gone.
I masked it off and polished it. Shiny! Feels great.
Starting around this era, swingarm mounting and adjustment improved dramatically.
While it won’t move dramatically differently, disassembling and lubricating it prevents rust and extends the life of the bearings.
When you remove the rear, it’s best to replace the bolts and lock nuts. I’ve heard stories of people replacing the bearings but not the bolts and lock nuts, only to have them come loose later. Let’s put safety first.
