1997-2004 Honda Fourtrax Recon TRX250TE/TM Service Manual, Page 241Get this manual
REAR WHEELSUSPENSION Remove the yoke jointdrive shaft from the swingYOKE JOINT
INSPECTION
Remove the dust seals from the swingarmCheck the dust seals for wear or damage
DUST SEALS
Turn the inner race of each pivot bearing with your fingerThe bearings should turn smoothly and quietly
Also check that the outer race fits tightly in the swingarm pivotReplace them if necessary (see below)