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Post by scooteraddict on Jul 13, 2011 5:23:49 GMT -6
I manage to get a picture of the swingarm. It will go into the lower long section or tube of this piece. I was thinking of just eliminating them and using brass bushings and a insert to space the brass bushings apart. This would make it stiffer and prevent less flexing in that arear. As for taking up some shock and vibration, the two top rubber bushings would do that for me. I did manage to find some bushings that were 25mm OD and 12mm ID but not extended. Being able to get use of a lathe, I was thinking of turning a rod to allow it to slide into these bushings and space them apart. Now for the real question is, do I need to have the extra bushings in the bottom or can I make it a hard support? Being that this is a pivot point, does it matter?
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Post by scooteraddict on Jul 12, 2011 19:44:53 GMT -6
My bad. Yes it is a 257cc MC54B As far as the Roketa.com website, no they don't carry the bushings. The swing arm would be number 23 under the engine section of the parts page. The bushing that I am looking for is something like this. You can see that the bushing actually extends longer on one side so that when you place two into the long section of the swing arm, it would make one long connection.
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Post by scooteraddict on Jul 11, 2011 17:45:14 GMT -6
First I would like to say that I love these forums. Great information and all.
Now. I'm in a bind and need expert help.
Well after riding one day on a wavy road one day, I noticed that the rear end was wobbly. I pulled over thinking that my tire was going flat but it was fine. After further investigation, i found that the bushings on the lower haft of the swing arm were worn.
Now I have been searching for a while and can't find the bushings that I need.
What I need is a bushing that is 25mm OD x 10mm ID x 30mm w however the exact center is actual 72mm long.
I'm at a lost and really would like to get the bike up and running again before I go on vacation in two weeks.
Anyone might know where to purchase one?
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