Short version: Koyo (JTEKT) bearings are as good as, if not better, than Timken.  We use them all the time!

JTEKT/Koyo Bearings

Since its founding in 1921 as Koyo Seiko, JTEKT has become a global leader in bearings and automotive steering systems. Headquartered in Kariya, Japan, with operations across Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Latin America, JTEKT delivers innovative, high-quality solutions trusted by automakers and industrial manufacturers worldwide.

From miniature bearings just 1 mm in diameter to massive 7 m designs, JTEKT’s engineering expertise meets the most demanding applications, including hybrid ceramic and extreme-environment bearings. Serving industries such as automotive, agriculture, construction, heavy industry, wind energy, and general machinery, all facilities are ISO/TS 16949 certified for world-class quality.

On April 1, 2022, Koyo Bearings became JTEKT Bearings, uniting the brand’s global identity and reaffirming its position at the forefront of the bearing industry.