Wheel bearing question

[Specialham]

The previous owner of the Brute Force 750 said that he replaced the wheel bearings around 2k miles and he mostly drove on trails. My problem with this is that both rear bearings are done, which means that they're either poorly made or this guys is lying. The previous set is oem, and since I'll need to replace them, should I stick with oem or are there better aftermarket options?

 

[greg&larry]

The previous owner of the Brute Force 750 said that he replaced the wheel bearings around 2k miles and he mostly drove on trails. My problem with this is that both rear bearings are done, which means that they're either poorly made or this guys is lying. The previous set is oem, and since I'll need to replace them, should I stick with oem or are there better aftermarket options?

OEM bearings usually hold up pretty well, but sometimes trail riding can really take a toll on them. Sometimes, ok? That's considering time and normal wear and tear. If you want peace of mind, a high-quality aftermarket set can be worth it. I suggest don't be stingy when it comes to bearings.

 

[H3avyHitt3r]

Right, don't go cheap on bearings. Aftermarket's probably better if the original ones failed fast. Do you know what brand was tried before, or are you considering All Balls or Pivot Works this time?

 

[Tabula rasa]

Wouldn't be the first time someone fibbed to sell a quad, I'd say stick with OEM unless you're upgrading to a known brand like All Balls or Pivot Works

 

[QuadSavage]

I've been in that situation too, bought a used Brute a couple of years ago, and the seller insisted the bearings were brand new. On my first ride, the back end felt loose, and it turned out both sides were worn out. After that, I switched to All Balls, and I haven't had any problems since. I totally agree, it's not worth skimping on bearings