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ENGINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION 8-5
Engine Removal/Installation
Engine Removal
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Support the rear part of the swingarm with a stand.
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Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band
[A].
WARNING
Be sure to hold the front brake when removing the
engine, or the motorcycle may fall over. It could
cause an accident and injury.
CAUTION
Be sure to hold the front brake when removing the
engine, or the motorcycle may fall over. The engine
or the motorcycle could be damaged.
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Drain:
Engine Oil (see Engine Lubrication System in the Peri-
odic Maintenance chapter)
Coolant (see Cooling System in the Periodic Mainte-
nance chapter)
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Remove:
Seats (see Frame chapter)
Fuel Tank (see Fuel System chapter)
Side Covers (see Frame chapter)
Frame Covers (see Frame chapter)
Clutch Cable Lower End (see Clutch chapter)
Exhaust Pipe Assy and Muffler Body (see Engine Top
End chapter)
Throttle Body Assembly (see Fuel System (DFI) chapter)
Shift Lever (see Crankshaft/Transmission chapter)
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Remove:
Radiator Hose Clamps [A] (Loosen)
Radiator Hoses [B]
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Disconnect:
Crankshaft Sensor Lead Connector (see Electrical Sys-
tem chapter)
Stick Coil Harness Connector [C]
•
Pull off the connectors from the engine and free the wiring
from the clamps.
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Remove:
Starter Motor Lead (see Electrical System chapter)
Alternator Lead Connector (see Electrical System chap-
ter)
Neutral Switch Lead Connector [A]
Side Stand Switch Lead Connector [B]
Speed Sensor Connector [C]
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Remove:
Left Radiator Hose (see Cooling System chapter)
Engine Sprocket (see Final Drive chapter)