Hi all, I've checked in the FAQ's and can't find the answer to this question. . . I know the xr400 rear wheel will fit on my mk2, but are the bearings the same?

Hi knackered mk1, thanks for your advice so far regarding the balance shaft. I've got the bike stripped down and the bearings removed. I've managed to find a needle roller with a slightly smaller OD and a friend of mine is turning me a collar to go around the bearing. I've just been reading another ...

You weren't kidding about the bearings being hard to find. I've rang everywhere I can think of today and no one has one.

That's brilliant!!! Exactly what I needed, would you recommend doing both bearings and a new shaft? If the shaft is worn is it visible wear?

Thanks agian

Hello folks, I'm a new member who's just purchased a mk2. I've had it running today and it's making a high pitched noise which I'm guessing is the balance shaft bearings. I'm not overly fussed as the bike was cheap. ive read that a lot of people just ride them without doing the bearings but I'd much...

Hi all, just picked up my first CRM, it's a mk2 and its in pretty good condition. Looking forward to getting out on it after a long break from 2 strokes.