Rear mech jockey wheels - when should I grease?

KonaKurt

I have an XT (M761) rear mech, but I have never greased or touched them in about three years. They get moderate milage. Do I need to remove and grease them, or is there no need?

I never really paid much attention to them until now!

KK.

supersonic

If they spin freely, leave them. Just keep them clean.

KonaKurt

OK SS, but surely at some point they will need a little grease in their bushings..?

KK.

ride_whenever

not really, keep them clean, the xt ones are bearings with seals so stay really clean.

If you want you can de-grease them and re-grease!

KonaKurt

Sorry to drag out an old thread (!), but according to last months WMB mag, you should periodically coat jockey bushings with a spot of grease, even XT mechs.

I'll leave mine for a while...

KK.