Front sprocket cover problems

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26 Aug 2009 16:38 #316588 by 88alltrac
Front sprocket cover problems was created by 88alltrac
I am ready to change my front sprocket and clutch cable. I cant get the cover off. There is interference. It hits the frame before it slides out far enough. Anyone else have this problem or have any ideas?
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Lincoln NE

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26 Aug 2009 16:48 #316593 by MFolks
Replied by MFolks on topic Front sprocket cover problems
Remove the sprocket cover fasteners including the clutch adjustment cover, the left foot peg assembly and the shifter lever.

There should be enough "Wiggle Room" to get the sprocket cover off.
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26 Aug 2009 16:59 #316601 by 88alltrac
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I have had all that stuff off. I just put it back together to ride a little more.
There doesnt seem to be enough wiggle room. I dont want to bend that shifter shaft by forcing it too much
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Lincoln NE

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26 Aug 2009 19:32 #316635 by 88alltrac
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I am tempted to get the grinder out. I know this is a bad idea. Or a big hammer perhaps.
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Lincoln NE

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26 Aug 2009 19:32 #316637 by timebomb33
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your motor has rubber mounts they might be worn enough that the motor could be settling back in the frame. have you noticed any extra vibrations latley. also check your motor mount bolts to see if they have loosened up i have run in to this problem before.
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26 Aug 2009 20:09 #316651 by 88alltrac
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well i have been having problems with vibrations ever since i bought the bike. but...
i have looked into my motor mounts and they appear to be in good shape and the bolts are all torqued to spec.
81 KZ1000 K1
Lincoln NE

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28 Aug 2009 05:22 #316938 by 88alltrac
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Well there are some big welds on the frame there. I am going to see if i can clean them up a little in that area and maybe that will give me just enough room to get it off.
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Lincoln NE

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28 Aug 2009 05:24 #316939 by roy-b-boy-b
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Couldn't you unbolt the motor mounts and raise the engine? Roy
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28 Aug 2009 07:48 #316966 by 88alltrac
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the engine would need to go forward or down. not up. I think this would be harder but it might be my last resort. I was hoping this would be a quick easy afternoon project.
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Lincoln NE

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28 Aug 2009 18:00 #317154 by Vter Bob
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Did you take the starter cover off also? I can't get my sprocket cover off unless I do.
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