Daren, I believe someone on the list has installed grease nipples.  But I am
usure who has done it.

Grant Gall

Spee-dee-D wrote:

> I've removed my rear swingarm for service and have noticed that the relay
> arm has quite a it play in it between the bolt that mounts it to the frame
> and it's bushing (not much play between the bushing and the bearings
> though).  Also when I unscrewed the nut from this bolt (which has a round
> head with a flat spot on one side to match a locking tab on the frame to
> keep it from turning) the locking tab on the frame broke away allowing the
> bolt to turn.  I have picked up a grade 8 metric bolt with a standard head
> and plan on using it to replace the OEM bolt, but it also has the same play
> inside the bushing.  Maybe this is an area that doesn't require a precise
> fit but I would like to see less free play.  Any ideas?
>
> I was also wondering if anyone has ever added grease nipples to these parts
> due to the difficulty in getting them out (Ie:  removing the center stand).
>
> Thanks
> GWN
> Daren

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