I did a search on here about the bottom steering stem bearing. A few guys had to replace them but it don't seem like huge a problem area. I have an '04 X with about 15 hrs on it and the bearing is loose already. I don't think thats right. Do you guys think the dealer should warranty it or is it not worth the hassle? The rod ends ar a little loose also but I think that is probably acceptable normal wear. Other than that I love this thing. Great trail machine. Super, super comfy!

 

wouldn't hurt to take it back and see what they say. they might say yes.

 

Have you tried just tightening things up a bit? The only wear n tear you should see after 15 hrs would be tires...maybe. Unless you have 100% confidence in your dealership and you have money to burn I would seriously start investing in your tool selection and a manual. Get your torque ratchets and sockets and get to know your quad...your safety and your quad parts life expectancy will be greatly enhanced.

PS--get some loctite also...should just be two nuts and bolts on that bearing keeper if I remember right...mine became loose shortly after I bought it but haven't had any problems since I tightened it up.

 

Those two little bolts came loose on mine once. That bearing should last a long time- relatively light loads and few rotations.

 

Diddo here. I oil the bearing regularly, but the two small bolts came loose a long time ago. After tightening, everything has stayed tight.

Justin

 

Thanks men. It was just the two little bolts. I wouldn't think that the bearing could go bad. Like you said, it don't turn much with any load. By the way, I ordered a manual when I bought the machine. I just haven't picked it up yet. I've seen the ones on e-bay but I figured I will be better off with the one for my exact machine. Thanks again.