Beta Rev 3 250 2004 Rear Suspension Play

[chris1576]

I've just bought the above and noticed a bit of vertical play between the bottom shock mount and the swing-arm. Is this normal or does a bush/bearing need to be replaced?

[shercoben12]

its most likely to be the linkege bearings. but first check if anything is loose.

the bearings are about £60

[zerorev3rev4]

the rev3 doesnt have linkages ,its directly fitted to swing arm and frame via 1 bearing top and bottom its a rose type bearing about £30ish from the dealer poss cheaper from a bearing supplier ,but as above check bolts are tight

[shercoben12]

the rev3 doesnt have linkages ,its directly fitted to swing arm and frame via 1 bearing top and bottom its a rose type bearing about £30ish from the dealer poss cheaper from a bearing supplier ,but as above check bolts are tight

lol ebarrasing

[gazzaecowarrior]

Almost certainly is the spherical bearing. I use to find them a bugger to change too. To prolong the life of mine I use to spray the bottom shock area where the bearing was with water dispersant spray after each wash. It certainly extended their life. The top bearing lasts for ever but the bottom one takes the brunt of the back wheel. getting a slightly longer shock flap will help too. People use to say not to grease it as it will only attract dirt and keep the bearing dry. They use to pop up on e bay every now and then for £15 but expect to pay £30 from the dealers.

[nzralphy]

Yes the bearing at the bottom of the shock is likely stuffed. I have hunted and hunted and can't find a better/cheeper bearing than the ones from Beta

NOTE !!!!!!! there is a tiny 'C' clip retaining the bearing into the shock eye. Remove this before trying to press out the bearing. Ahemmm

[ludescotty]

also check the swinging arm bearings, i had play on the back end and it turned out the needle rollers were shot