When I turn the front wheel on my Honda XR250L, it feels like a "locked spot" at the center point. Almost as if there is an indentation right at the center spot with the wheel / bars straight ahead. Weird? Any ideas? I checked for wires / cables in the way, low tire pressure, but am still dumfounded. Help is appreciated..........chuck
Yep, worn out. The ball bearings have beaten cups into the races they ride on. Instead of riding smoothly along, they fall into the notches and lock themselves in place. Since the races are positioned for straight-ahead most of the time, that's where you'll notice it. Caused by not being adjusted properly (too loose) This bearing wear is called brinelling (sp?)
Go with an All Balls replacement kit! I have put them on plenty of bikes and they work great. The latest victim was my wife's 78 DT250. Kenny