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Scootermike wrote:A larger contact surface for longer ware and better performance over ball bearings is my understanding. I'm installing all balls in my ct 90.
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gizmo wrote:The problem with the original headset bearings is that they are usually damaged, regardless of the mileage of the bike. I have bought low mileage (<1000mi) that where unridable due to the damaged headset bearings. The reason for the damage is that due to the too soft front springs the front suspension bottoms out very easily, thus creating a impact on the bearings. This will slightly flatten the bearing balls and indent the bearing races resulting in a 'notchy ' steering. To check for headset problems, put your bike on the center stand and weigh down the rear end so that the front wheel is off the ground. Put the handle bar in the straight ahead position. From this position the handlebar should 'fall' easily to the lest or right when touched ever so slightly. Even the SLIGHTEST feel of 'hump' or even the handlebar retuning to the center position is a problem because this will be magnified considerably when the front end is on the ground. I think that dollar for dollar new headset bearings (the tapered ones) are one of the best things you can do to your CT to improve handling. Every bike that I work on gets this upgrade, no matter what.
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vespa, yes
curt, they are not under heavy load or heat so any grease will work. I use general a purpose grease on mine.
Neal at the theCTshop.com in Auburn Ca. If it works, Don't fix it
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