Rear wheel rubbing sound

[MaxB]

I thought it was the rear brake binding slightly each rotation but new rotor proved that is not the case - rotor is not getting excessively hot either.
Only noticeable at low speeds, and seems to be each wheel rotation, there is quite a loud rubbing sound (almost a squeak) coming from the rear wheel. Bevel box oil changed approx 7000km ago and not getting overly hot. The bikes done 112,000 kms. Any thoughts Guys?

 

[atomsplitter]

Bearing(s) been checked lately?

 

[MaxB]

Bearing(s) been checked lately?

Hmm, not unless it’s part of routine service schedule that the dealers service department has been doing all these years. And I haven’t requested a check. Might be it…

 

[1olbull]

My 2012 Roadster did this at about 20k miles. Replaced with 3 OEM bearings which again crapped the bed at about 40k miles. Put in a third set NOT OEM bearings and they are still good at 80k miles.

 

[atomsplitter]

I replaced a couple sets on my 05 Standard over the years. They (OEM) last about 20K miles as a general rule.

 

[MaxB]

My 2012 Roadster did this at about 20k miles. Replaced with 3 OEM bearings which again crapped the bed at about 40k miles. Put in a third set NOT OEM bearings and they are still good at 80k miles.

Good info 1obull. Yes defininatly hoping it’s just a bearing(s). Decided not to risk the 300km trip home and left with dealers workshop in Dandenong They’ve been servicing the bike for 7 years before we moved away. 5 weeks before they’ll get to look at though!
Picking up a 2018 V-Strom 1000 tomorrow though so won’t be without a bike at least… phew.
I’ll pop a note on here once I know the outcome with the R3T.
Cheers fella’s

 

[1olbull]

Good info 1obull. Yes defininatly hoping it’s just a bearing(s). Decided not to risk the 300km trip home and left with dealers workshop in Dandenong They’ve been servicing the bike for 7 years before we moved away. 5 weeks before they’ll get to look at though!
Picking up a 2018 V-Strom 1000 tomorrow though so won’t be without a bike at least… phew.
I’ll pop a note on here once I know the outcome with the R3T.
Cheers fella’s

If interested, I could search out the bearings info currently in the bike.

 

[MaxB]

If interested, I could search out the bearings info currently in the bike.

That might be helpful actually - only if easy for you to track down though Mate. Appreciate the offer.

 

[Gregger]

A number of us have been using Nachi bearings from vxb.com. For the rear wheel, you only need one of each listed below. This list includes 2 for the front wheel also. These are top quality.

 

[1olbull]

That might be helpful actually - only if easy for you to track down though Mate. Appreciate the offer.

Hey Amigo,
I found it!
I bought these from a bearing supply company here in Tacoma, WA.
IF I ever need more for either of my two Rocket Roadsters, these will be what I purchase.