'83-'85 GS750E/ES, 700E/ES squeak

[Rkt-Rch]

Squeaky Swingarm

Jeez and I thought I was the only owner of a squeaky GS700/750E/ES.... Mine has been doing it on and off ever since I got her, I've sprayed it with various lubes ie.. WD-40 / Tri-Flo / etc... and it all seems to work when it wants to. I to would like to pull mine apaert this winter and clean-repare-replace or whatever it takes to get rid of the (hey I'm a old bike look at me ) squeak. LOL How much work is it really, If I have to completly remove the swingarm I know what going to happen... More polishing.

[jwhelan65]

I am pretty certain it is the spring, I had my swingarm off, and relubed along with all new hardware when I restored mine and it still squeaks. I did not replace my rear shock and it has gotten worse with every ride.

[Curly]

I tried soaking anything that could potentially squeak with WD a few months ago...

Moron. That's why it's squeaking. WD-40 is a water deterrent, hence WD. It is not a grease.

[cowboyup3371]

Moron. That's why it's squeaking. WD-40 is a water dererent, hence WD. It is not a grease.

That's a little strong to be talking to a new member like that don't you think?

[Ranger]

polyurethane bushings would be awesome, anyone know if they make them for our bikes?

[JimW]

Moron. That's why it's squeaking. WD-40 is a water dererent, hence WD. It is not a grease.

'dererent'? Really? Ahahahaha!
1) Moron. Making an enemy of someone for no reason is pretty stupid.
2) No, fool, that's not why it's squeaking. It was already squeaking. The WD was an attempt to stop it from squeaking.
3) 'dererent'. 'Nuff said.
4) WD-40 isn't a grease, but it is a lubricant. As is grease. Look it up.

[jwhelan65]

Time for a group hug...

[Ranger]

Time for a group hug...

While were at it lets have a look at this.

http://www.wd40.com/about-us/myths-legends-fun-facts/

Some guy: WD 40 cures arthritus!
Another guy: NO WAY MANNN, weed does.


Anyways, who cares its true WD40 shouldnt be used as a long term lubricant because it is not, espeically on machinery and CAN cause damage versus a different type like I prefer; triflow. Where do you live in SD?

[JimW]

Where do you live in SD?

Rancho Bernardo area. You?

[Nessism]

While were at it lets have a look at this.

http://www.wd40.com/about-us/myths-legends-fun-facts/

Some guy: WD 40 cures arthritus!
Another guy: NO WAY MANNN, weed does.


Anyways, who cares its true WD40 shouldnt be used as a long term lubricant because it is not, espeically on machinery and CAN cause damage versus a different type like I prefer; triflow. Where do you live in SD?

Neither WD-40 or Triflow is the correct lubricant for rear suspension bearings, grease is what's needed.

[Ranger]

Rancho Bernardo area. You?

Either Temecula or Rancho San Diego/ El Cajon
Right now I'm in Temecula.

[Ranger]

Neither WD-40 or Triflow is the correct lubricant for rear suspension bearings, grease is what's needed.

I was talking more along the lines for sustaining no squeak, especially in the bushings, not to be used in place of grease for bearings. Howeverrrrrrr, triflow does make red grease for such applications under their motorcycle category.

[JEEPRUSTY]

That's a little strong to be talking to a new member like that don't you think?

crikey ir drunk and heck that is copping a serious attitude.

if its in the spring how to fix it/

does not the spring have a shim?

[JEEPRUSTY]

Neither WD-40 or Triflow is the correct lubricant for rear suspension bearings, grease is what's needed.

amen tear down inspect and lube
spritzers are for confused people adulterating wine!

[Ranger]

crikey ir drunk and heck that is copping a serious attitude.

if its in the spring how to fix it/

does not the spring have a shim?

Glad to see I'm not alone with drinking and posting.