Clutch — removal, inspection and installation Note: The clutch can be removed with the engine in the frame. If the engine has already been removed, ignore the preliminary steps which don't apply. Removal 1. Drain the engine oil ( see Chapter 1 ). 2. Remove the exhaust system ( see Chapter 4 )....
Clutch cable — removal and installation Caution: Take care not to burn your hands on the exhaust if the engine is hot. Removal 1. Fully slacken the cable adjuster locknuts from the cable holder mounted to the righthand side crankcase cover (see illustration). Access to it can be improved...
Gearchange mechanism — removal, inspection and installation Note: The gearchange mechanism can be removed with the engine in the frame. If the engine has already been removed, ignore the preliminary steps. Removal 1. Drain the engine oil (see Chapter 1). 2. Unscrew the gearchange lever pinch bolt and slide...
Primary drive gear — removal, inspection and installation Note: On XL models, the timing rotor is mounted on the right-hand end of the crankshaft along with the primary drive gear. On XRV models, the ignition timing triggers are incorporated in the alternator rotor, so ignore references to the rotor when...
Selector drum and forks — removal, inspection and installation Note: To access the selector drum and forks the engine must be removed from the frame and the crankcases separated. Removal XL600V-H to R (1987 to 1995) models 1. Separate the crankcase halves ( Section 23 ). Remove the crankshaft ( see Section 27 )...
Transmission shafts — removal and installation Removal XL600V-H to R (1987 to 1995) models 1. Separate the crankcase halves ( Section 23 ). Remove the crankshaft ( see Section 27 ) - though not essential, working with it in place restricts access and makes the procedure fiddly. 2. The...
Transmission shafts — disassembly, inspection and reassembly 1. Remove the transmission shafts from the crankcase ( see Section 30 ). Always disassemble the transmission shafts separately to avoid mixing up the components. Input shaft disassembly When disassembling the transmission shafts, place the parts on...