If the guy wanted to know about the latest and greasest smoke-n-mirror mod, you guys wouldn't hesitate to go completely indepth covering every facet of the procedure.
And I totally disagree with your anylisis of what who should and who shouldn't be wrenching, canyncrvr. The guy may well quite apt with a wrench, and perhaps wants to know if maybe he's getting into something that he hasn't experienced yet. Or perhaps there was a certain nuance involved with this particular model of bike's linkage.
But no, he gets a wise crack from a cliquester. Of of course that wise crack backed up.
This site has become known for a great place for all people to come for good information. I've notived the web is full of other sites for smart asses and premadonas to lurk.
If it's been convered before, perhaps a link would be nice.
Good googelymoogly.
Harry,
Brand new bikes seem to be lacking grease just about everywhere. And I don't trust the grade of grease used in the factories either. The scrimp on amount, they are bound to scrimp on quality.
I suggest using a degreaser and removing all of the old grease you can from the brearings. Don't let any degreaser mingle with your seals too long, as it could soften them up.
You may want to use compressed air to blow the factory grease out if you can. I'm not sure if there are keepers for the needle bearing on that bike, but be carfeful not to displce them.
Be sure keep things in order like any washers you encounter so they go back correctly.
Pack things up with a good marine or waterproof grease preferably a NGLI#2, lithium base. Try not to use a calcium based grease, as they tend to harden fast after the oil leaves the soap base.
As was mentioned above, take a good look at your steering stem bearings as well. They probably need service too.
I think that the grease zerk thing is an aftermarket mod you must perform. Not sure if any of the KDX's actually came that way.
Best of luck to you mate.