Of course it is! I guess it does sound outlandish, though. Why do you want to do the mod - have you experienced bearing failure before due to oil starvation?

The NSR isn't known for it, and I think the later models had extra oil ways to the outer bearings anyway.

The engine design in obviously very old now, and things can always be improved on, but I think oiling is one area they got right.

Do keep the discussion going though, it's always interesting to hear new ideas.
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