400ex clunking noise - ATV Forum - All Terrain Vehicle discussion for Honda, Yamaha and more ATVs

fredcole · 03-17-2009, 06:25 PM

i rolled my 400 the other day and now there is a clunking/clicking noise coming from what i think is the rear axel any suggestions

saber6 · 03-17-2009, 07:59 PM

Check the rear axle for side to side play.

fredcole · 03-17-2009, 08:05 PM

it has some play but it is up and down not side to side do you think it might the bearings?

saber6 · 03-17-2009, 10:16 PM

The Axel should be tight in the swing arm. If there is movement there I would guess you have a bearing issue.With the machine on jack stands can you here the sound if you spin the tires by hand?

fredcole · 03-18-2009, 10:16 PM

ya you can hear it with the quad on jack stands. If i need new bearings what is a good brand to go with?

HuntertheBeagle · 03-23-2009, 01:07 AM

I always use all balls racing I don't know if they are the "best" or not but i have never had any trouble with them and the are priced reasonable which is a major plus for me since i am in college. Good luck replacing the rear ones I know they are a pain to replace on my warrior.