PIVOT WORKS Swingarm Bearing Kit for SUZUKI DRZ 400 and KAWASAKI KLX 400 2000-2016

On KAWASAKI KLX 400 and SUZUKI DRZ 400 from 2000 to 2016, the PIVOT WORKS PWSAKS15400 swingarm bearing kit fits in place of the original part. The swingarm pivots on the frame on its bearings. A pivot with play makes the rear vague and runs the chain out of line: this kit rebuilds the swingarm pivot.

Specifications

• Brand: PIVOT WORKS
• Manufacturer part number: PWSAKS15400

When to replace it?

• Play when you lift the rear wheel, bike on a stand.
• Suspension that creaks, sticks or reacts less well over small bumps.
• Rusty needles, torn seals or marked bushings on teardown.

Your bike's service manual gives the exact interval. As a Cross-Mania guideline: strip, clean and grease every 20 to 30 hours of racing or after very muddy rides, once a season for leisure riding; replace as soon as play or a tight spot appears.

Fitting tips

1. Note the position of each part as you strip it, side by side.
2. Press the needle bearings out, or use a suitable puller, without making the bores oval.
3. Press the new bearings in squarely, to the same depth as the old ones.
4. Pack bearings, bushings and seal lips with grease before reassembly.
5. Tighten the bolts to the manufacturer's torque and check that the suspension moves freely, without play.

Why PIVOT WORKS?

Pivot Works specialises in chassis rebuild kits for off-road bikes and quads: bearings, seals, bushings and spacers grouped by model. The brand claims original-equipment quality, durability and fit, and since 2012 has offered a lifetime replacement of its kits in case of failure (once per kit).

Spare parts and items to plan

• Grease : MOTUL 400 g

Frequently asked questions

Are the bolts supplied?
The kit contains the model's bearings, seals and wear bushings; the bolts and hardware stay original if they are not marked. Compare with the photo if in doubt.

Which grease should I use?
A thick, water-resistant grease, applied generously: it protects the needles from mud.

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
KAWASAKI KLX 400 2003
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2016
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2015
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2014
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2013
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2012
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2011
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2010
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2009
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2008
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2007
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2006
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2005
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2004
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2003
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2002
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2001
SUZUKI DRZ 400 2000