Suzuki GT 550 model M gearbox bearing
Posted: Wed Jan 29, 2025 4:48 am
Hi!
I am rebuilding a Suzuki GT 550 1974 model M. The engine had a high mileage so I found the crankshaft and gearbox bearings to renew. No problem for crankshaft because I have a very valid resource in Germany while I met some problems about gearbox bearings. I found 3 bearings at CMSNL as genuine
parts but the Koyo bearing on countershaft (side clutch) is discontinued from long time. On transmission table it's number 19. This bearing is a NR 6306 (one shield) and has a pin to stop possible rotation on its housing. I bought this bearing Koyo "made in Japan" in USA (standard bearing) and I provided to insert the pin in correct position. Not hand made operation! When I finished this job I had a doubt. Are gearbox bearings standard or C3? I presume they are standard because all bearings turn less fast than crankshaft but before closing engine I'd like to have a valid answer about this question. Thanks in advance.
Mike (Venice Italy)
I am rebuilding a Suzuki GT 550 1974 model M. The engine had a high mileage so I found the crankshaft and gearbox bearings to renew. No problem for crankshaft because I have a very valid resource in Germany while I met some problems about gearbox bearings. I found 3 bearings at CMSNL as genuine
parts but the Koyo bearing on countershaft (side clutch) is discontinued from long time. On transmission table it's number 19. This bearing is a NR 6306 (one shield) and has a pin to stop possible rotation on its housing. I bought this bearing Koyo "made in Japan" in USA (standard bearing) and I provided to insert the pin in correct position. Not hand made operation! When I finished this job I had a doubt. Are gearbox bearings standard or C3? I presume they are standard because all bearings turn less fast than crankshaft but before closing engine I'd like to have a valid answer about this question. Thanks in advance.
Mike (Venice Italy)