Customer Reviews for Pivot Works Rear Wheel Bearing Kit
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as expected
tim in MI
Comments On May 07, 2013:as expected
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Do their job
Jay in WA – Machine this part was bought for: 2009 KTM 530 EXC-R
Comments On Jan 29, 2013:As above, hadn't had any drama with them at all. 300 ks with them so far and all seem fine.
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Is what it is does what it does.
ROBERT in NV – Machine this part was bought for: 2006 KTM 300 XC-W
Comments On Jan 20, 2013:As stated above this part was installed on a 2006 KTM 300 XCW. High quality part and came with everything to finish the job. Would purchase again would recommend to a friend.
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bearing
lee in OH – Machine this part was bought for: 2002 YAMAHA YZ250
Comments On Jan 17, 2013:Easy to install and hold up well
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rollin
Michael in CA
Comments On Aug 28, 2012:My son was actually sponsored by pivot works when we needed these, they were out of them and RM had them so that's where we got them.
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Installs easy but...
Thomas in WA
Comments On Jul 26, 2012:Put these in my 2010 CRF250 and install was easy, no problems. But after I went to put my axle through it didn't fit. Tried calling pivot works and they were no help and didn't ever offer to replace them but anyways definitely just going to use OEM from here on! Other people might not have this problem with different bikes though.
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Good quality !
Tim in NSW
Comments On Jun 30, 2012:Excellent quality and everything needed is in the kit . Can't complain about the price and found that being sealed should help provent corrosion .
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Installs easily
BYRON M. in WA
Comments On Jun 01, 2012:This kit went in easily and is sealed well. I'll see how it lasts, but even the OEM bearing kits don't last forever ... and they cost a LOT more!
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Made in China
Wade in OR
Comments On Apr 05, 2012:Bearings made in China. Although some reviewers mentioned the kit includes wheel spacers, the kit for the full size KTM bikes does not include the wheel spacers. Mostly, not thrilled with Chinese bearings.
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Wore out fast!
TERRY in CA
Comments On Apr 13, 2012:Bought and installed these bearings on my 530 KTM in May of 2011. Put less than 1500 miles on them before they blew apart on a trail. Previous set of bearings went 3000 miles and were just starting to show signs of wear. Won't buy again!
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Perfect
STEVE in IN
Comments On Apr 10, 2012:Perfect fit, great price. They are holding up very well.
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Good Product but description is wrong
John in NJ
Comments On Feb 19, 2012:Never had any problems with pivot works bearings. Always good quality. However on a Rhino 700 the kit will replace the bearings in both rear wheels even though the description says it will only do one wheel.
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Axles barely fit.
JOHN in AZ
Comments On Dec 20, 2011:Everything went in perfectly until it was time to install the axle. It was a very tight fit. I shouldnt have to hit the axle with a hammer and a piece of wood to get it through. It should be snug but not this tight. OEM is the only way to go.
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Above the cheap ones
Craig in VIC
Comments On Dec 12, 2011:these bearings are quality and seals are first class.
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Made in China...
Jeffrey in CA
Comments On Nov 03, 2011:I purchased this set because it was priced right and included everything I needed for a CRF450X 18" wheel. The kit included three bearings, two seals, and a red annodized bearing retainer. The Motion Pro bearing retainer removal tool I purchased from RockyMountain fit the Pivot Works retainer just fine. My complaint is the bearings used in kit I purchased are made in China and do NOT have a smooth feel to them. Out of the packaging they feel very notchy. I've read some other complaints about Pivot Works and short wheel bearing life so I'll be keeping a close eye on these. The OEM Honda bearings I pulled out were on their last legs but lasted YEARS and were subjected to lots of abuse. Given the chance to do this over again I would run OEM Honda bearings and seals.
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so far so good
Gary in WV
Comments On Jun 23, 2011:Got these installed and they weren't too hard to do but i do have a complaint , bought two set because it said will do one wheel but actually one set does Both rear wheels. Haven't ran them yet but will post if there are any problems.
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REAR BEARING KIT
melanie in OR
Comments On Jun 23, 2011:Worked perfect on my rm250, would buy again.
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Nice bearings.
ERIC in VA
Comments On Apr 28, 2011:These bearings fit right into the wheel just like the OEM. Fixed everything. No more rocking, no more dragging, just smooth wheel rotation.
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everything you need
GLENN in MA
Comments On Jan 08, 2011:great product and at low price from RM great quality
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Good product good price
James in MO
Comments On Dec 24, 2010:We liked the bearing kit and they fit nicely. The quality is good and they hold up well. Racing in the mud is just hard on them. We go through two sets a year in the front and rear. No one we know has found anything that holds up any better, so we will keep using these.
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rear wheel bearing kit...
TODD in MI
Comments On Aug 14, 2010:Pivot works r/wheel bearing kit came with 3 bearings, two seals and the retainer screw for my CR500. set lasted 3 years
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Didn't hold up in muddy racing
LAUREN in OK
Comments On Jul 21, 2010:Last year was a muddy year of racing, and I went through two sets of rear bearings. Unfortunately, these bearings didn't hold up nearly as well as some much cheaper ones purchased later. However, Pivot Works makes great stuff, so this could have been a coincidence.
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great
ronald in PA
Comments On Apr 11, 2010: good to go. heat up hub freeze bearings and drop tap in.
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awesome
Lauren in CT
Comments On Jan 10, 2010:this wheel bearing kit is awesome, however its not the COMPLETE set for a kx125 (2003-2005). it includes all three bearings and the outer seal, however doesn't include the spacer or snap ring. these things are re usable though, so it really doesn't matter and that's why i give it a 5/5. also make sure to add more grease to the bearings prior to installation
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Comes with spacers
William in TN
Comments On Oct 05, 2009:These don't show it in the picture or state it in the write up, but they do come with the spacers that the seals ride on. At least for my 2003 KTM 250 SX they do. And these are the same one for most of the "Big Bike" KTM's. The spacers are aluminum and red anodized.
I ordered a set of All Ball spacers with the steal insert for the seal to ride on because I didn't know these came with the spacers.
The spacers fit a little tight in the bearing. They were a tight slip fit and I had to tap one in lightly. It galled a bit or maybe had a burr on it that caused this and I had to take it back out and file it to get it to slip into the bearing. That is not the part where the seal rides so it was not problem.
I removed the seal on one side of each bearing and repacked them with marine grease. This is highly recommend with any new or used bearing when you have it out. All new bearings, even NSK or Timken bearings come with a grease that looks like Vaseline, very little of it, and it is not very water proof. Not good for keeping water out. It is easy to gently pry the seals out with a sharp pick, and re-pack the bearings. The seals go back in very nicely by pressing them in with your fingers. They should last much longer this way and you can do it again later if you want.
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Nice kit except for...
MATTHEW in IN
Comments On May 10, 2009:The retainer is made just different enough that the bearing retainer tool couldn't be used to install the pivot works brand one. I ended up reusing the OEM retainer...
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very impressive!
travis in WI
Comments On Apr 14, 2009:thought i was only getting three bearings. instead i got the three bearings two seals and a new retainer nut! and it was cheap!! very impressed!
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Longer than one season.
CAMERON in UT
Comments On Mar 19, 2008:I heard a nasty squeak from my rear. I assumed it was my pivot works bearings, but it turns out to be a chain that doesn't like sand. Bearings are still good and tight, I retract my last statement.
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Good stuff
JAMES in AR
Comments On Mar 15, 2008:Everything in one package, everything fit, everything is at least as good as OEM parts for a fraction of the price. What more could one want?
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AWESOME
PATRICIA in IL
Comments On Mar 04, 2008:Great value.. and comes with new spacers!!
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Great
TR in OR
Comments On Feb 16, 2008:Used on 5 different bikes and have never been disappointed ever. Will buy again.
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Better than factory
BRETT in MD
Comments On Jan 23, 2008:Great complete product.
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Fits Properly and seals good
dustin in OR
Comments On Dec 12, 2007:I have been running these bearings for about 7 months and they still roll awesome no complaints and will buy again.
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Great Kits
JIM in CA
Comments On Oct 31, 2007:These kits are great they give you everything you need.
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Good Fit and Function
MONT in UT
Comments On Oct 25, 2007:These bearings were a perfect match and installed well into my older honda cr 250. I was surprised at how well they matched up with the originals.
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Great Engineered product.
BILL in FL
Comments On Oct 22, 2007:I appreciate good engineering. Pivot Works has this in droves.
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Seem to be as good as stock bearings
ROBERT in IN
Comments On Oct 22, 2007:They seem to be a very high quality bearing.
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