Originally Posted by
gfilos
Well, i think checking the bearing while inside the crankcase by using the crankshaft cannot tell you 100% of the condition of the bearing.
when i have a doubt about the condition i remove it and check it. However, most times, i replace it.Btw, i do the traditional way of heating
the crankcase, however with these tools you can replace a bearing very fast
at the track.
You don't use the crankshaft to check the bearing, you stick your finger on the inner race of the bearing inside the crankcase then by applying pressure while trying to spin the bearing you will feel if it is smooth or gritty.