lower steering stem race removal

[NESC104]

Hi....
What is the best way to remove the bottom race on a 350X? I was able to remove the top race with no problem, using a race remover I bought from Motosports Outlet. The only problem is it doesn't work on the bottom race due to the opening being to large.....
Anybody have any luck or a good method in removing the bottom race? I am replacing the existing OEM components with an ALLBALLS kit. Any help is greatly appreciated....

[DeePa]

as long as you can get a punch or long screwdriver on the race, you can just pound it out the bottom of the tube.

[NESC104]

I had a problem keeping the screw driver on the race, there didn't seem to be enough for the screwdriver to grab. Maybe I need some new screwdrivers and punches. Thanks... Josh

Have you found any good spots to ride in this state????

[DeePa]

oh *Edited**Edited**Edited**Edited* i didnt even realize youre from RI...

ive done steering stem bearings on my old 350x before, and didnt have a problem getting them out. On my tri-z though, dirtcrasher had to grind some of the frame above the race away to get a punch on it.

I dont remember if there is a lip to get on but I dont remember having to grind anything on the 350x.

As far as riding in RI, its possible, there are some local spots that i hit in E.P...

NH is where its at, check out the NH ride threads in the local riding forum.

Where are you from?

[NESC104]

Hey DeePa,

Im from Johnston, there is really no where to ride here. My last ride was to Maine for the weekend. I registered my bike there, I will have to check NH out
Thanks for the tip.... Josh