Bearing Replacement - Yeti Cycles - How To

[@Matt_odierna]

Thanks a ton for making this content. It was very helpful for me when I changed all 8 of the bearings on my 2019 SB130. I ordered the same RRP main tool and #11 kit and also the 15mm extractor from Wheels. I didn’t realize you are suggesting #2 is required for the shock extenders until after I ordered everything. For others out there I was able to go without RRP kit #2 and even without the 8mm Wheels extractor just fine. Instead I used a combination of sockets and kit #11 to make it work totally fine (although not how it was intended in the strictest sense).

[@mtbsavant5414]

There's something so satisfying about watching bearings pressed in with the right tools ;)

[@IslandBikeLife]

I know right!

[@nickadams8952]

Super helpful and informative video. I have been vacillating whether to tackle this job myself as any DIY servicing of the bearings will invalidate Yeti's lifetime warranty.

[@DETarch]

This was such a critical video for my first attempt at replacing bearings- thank you!! For only marginally more cost than I’d pay to have my LBS do the work, I was able to buy both the bearing kit and all the RRP, Wheels Mfg, and Yeti tools. Such great peace of mind to have these tools and skills to do this quickly and easily in the future 🤘🏼

[@IslandBikeLife]

Glad it could help buddy! Thanks for watching

[@darylsmith2313]

@@IslandBikeLife Thanks so much for the video. Which RRP extractor kit does the SB150 need? The website has multiple different versions of those kits.

[@Hawlkeye-e9p]

Started using clear silicone calk around all new bearing joints. Made a huge difference. No issues all season.

[@Alex-gb4vn]

care to elaborate on that?

[@chyungtb6119]

thanks for another video sir. it helps a lot for us begginers

[@IslandBikeLife]

You are very welcome!

[@briangong007]

Great video..shared with the Yeti community

[@IslandBikeLife]

Cheers thanks

[@Alex-gb4vn]

Awesome video, appreciate it. So far my bearing replacement has gone well. I pieced together parts from two different bearing kits. I also have the yeti tool. I'm installing the second frame bearing with yeti's tool and I cannot for the life of me get the damn thing to go in straight. kind of scary

[@usmanvaliante]

Great video! Looking forward to doing this job now that I've ordered the pullers and presses.

[@scotty-sb1403]

Bit late to the party. Great video. Do you happen to have the kit number for the RRP press and extraction bits please? Not sure what size I need to get. Thanks

[@ericramosmd]

Great video! Can you tell me which RRP kits are needed for this job?

[@gstag100]

Great video! Exactly what I needed for the SI link. Thanks sharing and for the links to the tools. Would you have any info on which RRP kit(s) to do the bearings on a 2016 SB5.5?

[@IslandBikeLife]

It should be kit #5 as all 4 bearings in an SB5.5 are 6900 units. Just double check with an email to Yeti to be safe.

[@gstag100]

@@IslandBikeLife thank you!

[@rayshaver2359]

Awesome video. Great tool kit. I went on site for RRP Press, it mentioned something about adaptors sold separately. I just wanted to make sure that $70 kit has all I need for the Yeti SB130. Thanks again for a great video.

[@IslandBikeLife]

No you need to have the correct bearing kit ordered as well.

[@rayshaver2359]

@@IslandBikeLife Nope, have the bearings. Just looking for the best/cheapest remove and install kits.

[@yertle38]

Did the Yeti bearing kit include the SI bearings? The Yeti site isn't clear. Thanks for the video!

[@IslandBikeLife]

Yes the kit direct from Yeti comes with the SI bearings. If all of them they are the only ones I wasn’t able to find a more cost effective alternative too. They are a pretty obscure size. It is too bad Yeti doesn’t sell them on their own but perhaps if you call them direct you could get them.

[@yertle38]

@@IslandBikeLife right on! I ordered the bearing kit, extractor, grease, etc, from yeti. Just wanted to make sure I didn't need more!

[@charlesmarshall5192]

Using your video as reference material, I am about to undertake a first bearing service on my SB165. Presently I am assembling the required tools. As such, I would be keen to understand the brand & tool name for the 8mm & 15mm extractor tool that you use on the switch infinity bearing. keep up the good video

[@IslandBikeLife]

I got them from Wheels Manufacturing, but there are many others out there. A link for the bearing press is in the video description as well. Good luck with it!

[@Mr_RichardH]

Excellent video, thank you. One question: what's the bearing number for the Switch Infinity? I know the link and seatstays use 6902.

[@IslandBikeLife]

They are F6902-LLU-Max-EB. Very obscure from what I found and pretty hard to source. The cost of this by themselves I have found is nearly the cost of the whole kit from Yeti.

[@Tracebeau]

This isn’t exactly correct. The 2 switch infinity bearings are part number F6902 2RS. The 6902 LLU MAX-E are the 4 other bearings For the link and seat stays.

[@lanelitke512]

Great video thanks for sharing, what RRP kit # are you using? im thinking of taking this on with my SB150.

[@IslandBikeLife]

Thanks for watching. Kit #11 for all the main bearings. 15mm and 8mm Extractors from Wheels MFG for the SI link and extenders.

[@gaber9691]

Any videos removing the rear shock for a yeti sb130?

[@igmetcalfe]

Great video! Which kit would I need to get from RRP? I've already got the yeti tool. I have an sb140 for reference.

[@IslandBikeLife]

Thanks for watching. Kit #11 for all the main bearings. 15mm and 8mm Extractors from Wheels MFG for the SI link and extenders.

[@edoardobevilacqua1428]

@@IslandBikeLife isn't necessary the kit 2 also for the small bearings?

[@IslandBikeLife]

Edoardo Bevilacqua yes kit #2 for the small bearings. Get the 8mm extractor as well though to be sure for the removal. Kit 2 works perfectly for the install.

[@jaredotremba2368]

Did you buy any adapters with the RRP press or just the main kit?

[@sonnduro]

wish i had this video a month ago, because i tried to replace the bearing the shock linkage on my sb130, i end up bending the thing. i had to get a new one. this is a really helpful video, thanks for making it as i will probably try this again in the future also is it kit no 2 for the shock extender?

[@IslandBikeLife]

Yes Kit #2 I used for the extender. I would recommend an 8mm extractor though as the kit iAd this a 100% solution because the bearings are a double row and very thick. It only worked on one piece fully, might have been a setup issue but the extractor got it the rest of the way out.

[@manuelcobian2355]

Hi do you have at video how to remove the botton bracket from my yeti sb100 I want to check the bering thanks God bless you. I'm from San Diego California

[@steveselyutin555]

Since the press has no thrust washers, does the drift spin when tightening to press?

[@stevestewart7572]

Hey - thanks for the great vid. Any idea which kit for SB165 and SB5 ? Thanks!

[@IslandBikeLife]

The same kits I referenced in the video are the same for the SB165, Kit #5 for the SB5.

[@MattWrightMTB]

Would love to see an updated video with an SB160

[@echmiel]

If I have the yeti bearing extractor tool, do I need the Wheels mfg extractors as well?

[@mwinner101]

I wish I had more patience for that maintenance and I don’t trust my local Yeti dealer to do it, so I sold my SB4.5 before I needed to have it done. Great video tho. 👍

[@IslandBikeLife]

Thanks for watching

[@craigbromley9327]

👏

[@altafari]

Where can I get that yeti bearing press tool?

[@ericlocal24]

What cup kit do I need for the rrp press?Everything is sold separately. Is there a particular size bearing extractor I need? Thanks in advance

[@chris_winn]

Thank you! This is excellent.

[@IslandBikeLife]

No problem, thanks for watching.

[@rjadventure6811]

Best information bro

[@rayshaver2359]

So I ordered the RRP kit thinking that's all I need but they are asking what adaptor kit I need. There are several numbers. Do you know what kit number I need for the SB130? Thanks!!!

[@IslandBikeLife]

It’s the exact same ones I mention in the video. You will need the extractors as well possibly, don’t forget those.

[@asafbenhaim7382]

which RRP kit do you use? Kit 11? and ?

[@alexisbenetatos1611]

where do I buy that rrp bearing press kit? I have an sb150 and need to replace the bearings. Thanks!

[@manuelcobian2355]

Where can I buy the tools

[@useport80]

do you have a list of bearing sizes for your bike? i have an sb165 which prob uses the same adapters

[@stefanodalmolin7244]

Is it necessary Yeti extractor kit for the main pivot bearing or i can use RRP kit 11 instead?

[@berobressler1697]

Please let us know the rrp kits type number you used for this. Thanks

[@Freakphoto]

For extraction purposes on the linkage, does the Yeti extractor do the same thing as the red pieces from kit #11? Also, for the shock extenders, are you using kit #2? I'm currently using the hammer out method and I don't like it. Thanks!

[@IslandBikeLife]

No it does not work as well as Kit 11, it is simply too big. Kit #2 works the ‘best’ but isn’t a 100% solution. I would recommend an 8mm extractor to make sure you can get them out all the way, every time.

[@Freakphoto]

@@IslandBikeLife Awesome, thanks!

[@manuelcobian2355]

Hi I have a sb100 yeti 2019 did you know the size for all berries what size I need to buy to remove all thanks God bless you can you help me

[@DnBQemist]

Do you know how to remove the cap that covers the balls themselves on the switch infinity?

[@rayshaver2359]

Also, I assume it doesn't do the BB bearings? Do you have a good idea for those on the Yeti? Thanks! Have the SB115 too.

[@IslandBikeLife]

The BB is totally different. There is a specific bearing punch and press you need for that.

[@rayshaver2359]

@@IslandBikeLife Yea, I figured that kit won't work...do you know of a good kit for BB? I'm looking at one that's $160. Maybe you have a video, I'll check.

[@ShakaLakaMTB]

Hi! Quick question for you: the 8 mm Wheels Manufacturing extractor is for a different type of bearing with a larger OD. Is this ok? No problem to extract those small 8 mm? Thanks in advance

[@IslandBikeLife]

Yes the OD doesn’t matter. Any bearing with an 8MM bore will be fine.

[@dank6761]

I'm confused how many kits are used here...I have an sb165 and bought the Yeti extractor but what are all the neccessary kits and tools required to removed the rest of the bearings and push them back in.. Do I need kit 2 and kit 11?

[@islandaerial3414]

Hard rider tip: At the FIRST instance you hear noises, have a look. Especially now, bearings and kits are weeks if not months away. Intact bearings can be cleaned and repacked until new bearings arrive. I know... Now

[@dezifaofficial8817]

goood new friendd i support you..

[@IslandBikeLife]

Hell yeah, thanks!

[@TrailBikeMike]

Just a heads up. I priced up the bearings individually and they come out much more expensive, so the best option is to buy the kit from Yeti.

[@IslandBikeLife]

Great thanks for the update

[@lenolenoleno]

Fantastic vid. Loved it but also underlined why I'll never buy a Yeti. Ease of maintianence is obviously not a primary design principal with the number of unecessaey proprietary tools, all mismatched bearing sizes and duplicated methods of extraction required. RAAW bikes on the other hand are the opposite.

[@manuelcobian2355]

Hi where can I buy tha black extractor bering

[@matmatteo8238]

Vin Diesel what happened to your voice!?

[@IslandBikeLife]

Haha thanks for watching