Are my bearing bad? Are they hard to change?

Hi, i just purchased a 1999 cbr600 f4 a few weeks ago and i rode it for the first time last weekend. I noticed that the back wheel felt a little sloppy (like it wobbled a little bit) so i got off the bike and i could just move the tire a little bit with my hand.

Do the bearings in the rear wheel need to be replaced or is it safe to ride on it like this? Could it be something else? If they do need to be replaced could you help me as to how i would go about doing that. Thanks!Are my bearing bad? Are they hard to change?
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item106 is Wheel Bearings..Are my bearing bad? Are they hard to change?
It is definitely NOT safe to ride in its current condition. You need to check and correct the cause of the problem: It could be the wheel bearings, or the swing-arm bearings. I'm assuming that the rear axle is properly tightened. First, you need the service manual for your year/model of bike. There are too many steps and too many specifics (i.e. torque values for reassembly) to learn it all online.
Be careful! I wouldn't ride it in this condition if I were you and if you absolutely HAVE to ride very slowly. Sounds like you have either a loose swing arm / rear triangle or your axel just needs to be tightened.



Get this checked out asap or if u feel competent enough try to make sure everything is tight back there.



Good luck with the fix :)
Bearings are the likely culprit, it need not be just the wheel bearings though, it could also be the swingarm bearings.



If you can notice a problem when riding they are probably completely shot and are not safe to ride with.



But first check the easy bits, tyre pressure, chain adjustment, fasteners tightened (to the correct torque).