Changing Steering Head Bearings

[1948man]

http://www.z1enterprises.com/Steering-bearing-SSK400-30x48x14-30x52x17-216.aspx

All I find at Z1 are swingarm bearings and the one set of steering head bearings linked above that seem to be for Kawa's. Will they also fit my GL? If not, does anyone have any favorite place to get the right bearings that is cheaper than OEM or is it best to stick with OEM?

[Johno]

1948man,

Your steering head bearings should be easily available from your local bearing supplier. I just walked in off the street and they had them in stock.

Many bikes use the same bearings.

Check your parts manual but most GS Suzuki's use the following:

1 X Tapered roller bearing 32005X (top of stem, no rubber seal)
25mm x 47mm x 15mm
1 X Tapered roller bearing 32006RS (bottom of stem, rubber seal one side)
55mm x 30mm x 17mm

Your parts manual or parts diagrams from various websites may confirm the size required as the OEM part will probably have the dimensions incorporated in the part number.

The bearing supplier may also have your bikes details as the bearings used are common sizes.

Also check the link in Chris's post at the top of this page.

[1948man]

Thanks Johno. I will print your reply and keep the #'s when I go to the supplier. Helpful GSR member comes to the rescue again.