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perhaps it's not the bearings... (archive)
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Posted by dp on April 08, 2001 at 10:34:59:

In Reply to: dealer refuses to work on wheel bearings... posted by Bob H on April 07, 2001 at 01:34:51:

typically failed bearings wouldn't squeal, they'd make more of a grinding sound. a quick way to check is grab the top of the tire and rock it side to side (in and out). if there is a 'clunk' when you do that then the bearing is likely bad, if not it might be ok.

you mentioned that you have euro 2-piece rotors - that could possibly cause the squealing sound in slow turns (i'm not familiar with the exact design of these parts, but i do know that the floating rotors on one of my bikes make a nasty squealing/grinding sound at full steering lock at low speeds). maybe try applying the brakes lightly when you hear the sound and see if it goes away?

just some guesses here. good luck!

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