What part numbers do I need for the wheel bearings on my '96? Preferred place to get 'em? Florida Bearings is near me, I can bring the old ones over to match them up unless there's a hazard to that.

 

Have a look over here, Wakko:

Front: 9052

http://www.shopronniesharleydavidson...-40801-HD96083

Rear: 9052

http://www.shopronniesharleydavidson...-40903-HD96099

 

Thanks, FXD. I read quite a few threads on the subject and some folks recommended aftermarket versus HD bearings. Any thoughts on that?

ETA: I looked at the 9052 and see that it's not a complete sealed unit like I thought, just a place in bearing with pressed in races. Looks like the basic GM front wheel bearing on the old RWD models actually.

 

I'm sorry to say I cannot answer that question.

If you take a look at this link you'll find the bearing's dimensions. This info probably could help you to find sealed bearings if that's what you prefer.

Looking at the parts diagrams I posted previously, I also see an oil seal used (p/n 47519-83A) with the Timkens

If this is the first time after all those years you have to change the bearings I'd buy the oem ones....

 

Thanks for that link...it helps.

I've only had the bike for a year, and there's nothing apparently wrong with the bearings, but if I'm gonna pull the wheel I figured I'd swap them out while I was there since they're not much money. I will definitely swap the seal though, I get a small amount of grease fling.

I'm still shocked that it's the open type bearing on this thing...my old Sporty had sealed IIRC.

ETA: Now that I think about it, I assumed that the sporty was sealed since it stayed together even while putting on a new tire, but now I think it just held with grease really well. I'm a moron.

 

HD does not make the bearings, a good bearing manufacturer is always the best bet.

My 07 has sealed bearings front and rear.

My rear bearings came from a farm supply store made by a well known mfg. Probably outlast any HD installed bearing. Just match up the numbers stamped on the bearings and you will be fine.

 

Wakko47, I recently replaced wheel bearings, races & seals on my brothers '95 FLHTP w/Timkin LM11949 Taper Bearing Cone $7.28 ea., Timkin LM11910 Cup (Race) $3.92 ea. and D5118 Seal $2.00 ea., these are a very common bearing set, check out your local industrial supply houses (Bearing,Belt & Chain) or trailer repair shop. I use a multi purpose high temp bearing grease, and check end play after assembly. this link may help: xlforum.net/vportal/forums/showthread.php?threadid=1607256. And all parts used in this assembly are proudly made in the U.S.A.
You can also go to Timkin's home page for cross refrence to OEM part no.
Keep yer knees in the breeze.

 

Im like Mike, I go to a bearing store for bearings. Cheaper and better bearings.

 

Thanks for the advice guys. I may tackle this over teh weekend. Welcome to the board, Mike...introduce yourself over in the Evo forum too.