Readers ask: How Many Bearings Per Wheel On Roller Skates?

How many bearings are in roller skate wheels?

1. Bearings in general. A wheel needs 2 bearings to rotate on the axle. A bearing can have a big influence on the speed and feel of your riding/skating.

How many bearings do you need per wheel?

Every skateboard wheel is equipped with two bearings. If you want, you can fill the space between them with a spacer. This small metal cylinder prevents the bearings from being forced into the centre of the wheels when tightening the axle nut and getting damaged.

Do new roller skate wheels need new bearings?

You will also need bearings in your wheels – check the size of your axel to ensure correct fit. Whatever the reason if you are new to skating it can be a bit daunting to take your skates apart so this should make changing your wheels easy and hopefully less intimidating.

Does bearing size matter roller skates?

The bearings help the wheels move freely on the skate. Generally, the higher “rated” the bearing the better the bearing. However, most non-professional or non-competitive skaters will not need anything above standard skate wheel bearings.

Is ABEC 7 or 9 better?

The higher the ABEC rating, the tighter the tolerances are, making the bearing a more precision part. In an application like this, an ABEC – 7 or 9 bearing rating may be appropriate. However, a skateboard with 54mm wheels turning 20,000 RPM will be traveling about 127 MPH!

Are ABEC 9 bearings good?

You get a reasonable amount of speed, and at a reasonable cost. ABEC 7 bearings would be very fast and smooth, but very expensive. ABEC 9 and higher bearings would be ridiculous to use in a skateboard unless you are doing downhill luge-style skating or something else where your goal is to go insanely fast.

Can you use WD40 on skateboard bearings?

Can you use WD40 on skateboard bearings? NO. WD40 is a degreaser – not a grease!! The object of cleaning your bearings is to remove all the grease, clean the bearings, then add grase back in.

Are ABEC 7 bearings good?

Specifically, thanks to its smaller runout and axial play, an ABEC 7 bearing will perform better and last longer in high speed applications, than an ABEC 3 rated bearing. So, if you need a super precise, long-lasting bearing, ABEC 7 is probably the bearing for you.

Are Bones Reds bearings good?

We agree with skateboarders all over the world that Bones Reds are the best low-price high-quality bearings skateboarding has to offer. They are super smooth and long lasting. Just like any bearing, you should keep them out of the rain and expect that riding through sand and dirt put lots of wear on them.

How long do roller skate bearings last?

On average rollerblade wheels and bearings last between 12 and 18 months. Material and quality is the biggest factor in determining how long wheels and bearings will last. High-grade equipment and good skate care can increase lifespan by several years or even can last decades to some extent.

How do you know when you need new roller skate wheels?

You will need to check your wheels from time to time to make sure they are spinning properly and have not become excessively worn. If the wheels are not spinning freely you should check for damage, or buildup from dirt or other debris. If the roller skate wheels are damaged they should be replaced.

How do I know if my roller skate bearings are bad?

If you hold them between your fingers, give them a spin and they make grinding noises or don’t even spin to the count of 1, then they are dirty.

What type of bearings are best for roller skates?

Recommended Bearings for Inline Skates

• The Bionic ABEC-7 Bearings are some of the best bearings on the market.
• BankRoll Ceramic Bearings are extremely popular in the USA and great for indoor/outdoor use.
• Yolo Swiss Bearings are a great choice for a high-end bearing.