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CRANKCASE/CRANKSHAFT
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SCHEMATIC DRAWING ---------------------------------------------- 11-1
SERVICE INFORMATION -------------------------------------------- 11-2
TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------------- 11-2
CRANKCASE SEPARATION ----------------------------------------- 11-3
CRANKSHAFT INSPECTION----------------------------------------- 11-4
CRANKCASE ASSEMBLY -------------------------------------------- 11-5

SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
• This section covers crankcase separation to service the crankshaft. The engine must be removed
for this operation.
• When separating the crankcase, never use a driver to pry the crankcase mating surfaces apart
forcedly to prevent damaging the mating surfaces.
• When installing the crankcase, do not use an iron hammer to tap it.
• The following parts must be removed before separating the crankcase.
Cylinder head (!6-4)
Cylinder/piston (!7-3)
Right crankcase cover/drive and driven pulley (!8-3)
A.C. generator/starter clutch (!10-3)
Rear wheel/rear shock absorber (!15-4)
Starter motor (!19-3)
Oil pump (!4-4)
SPECIFICATIONS
Connecting rod big end side clearance
Connecting rod big end radial clearance
TORQUE VALUES
Crankcase bolt 7.8_ 10.8N-m
Cam chain tensioner slipper bolt 7.8_ 11.8N-m
SPECIAL TOOL
Gear remover
TROUBLESHOOTING
Excessive engine noise
• Excessive bearing play
• Excessive crankpin bearing play
• Worn piston pin and piston pin hole