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Oil Spinner cleanout

SLO

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Nov 26, 2021
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meadowview virginia
I did it. It was a nightmare the 1st time,about eight hours. 2nd time about an hour and 15 minutes. I had to do over since I put it back incorrectly. The reason for this post is I was watching this guy ride solo around Utah,and he had issues with shifting and performed same service. H e say's,if you are gonna do this ,you have to lay the bike on its side in order for gravity to hold parts in place,as opposed to them falling out and hitting ground as when I did it. I wish some one had Knew that before I did it,since I had know idea that parts will fall out,and you need to lay the bike on it;s side to do it! He isn't sure why,but his issue went away.
 

SneakyDingo

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Aug 6, 2021
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I feel like every video I've seen discussing the spinner cleanout mentions the bike being laid down on its side, or propped at least at a 45 degree angle. @SLO, have you seen the Quasimotard video on cleaning the oil spinner?

 

jimzpsd

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Nov 18, 2022
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76
Location
s.e. wisconsin
The trick to getting the clutch cam assembly to stay put while replacing the cover is to use an engine assembly lube paste. Use it as a "glue" to hold things, it is a fantastic lubricant and upon reaching operating temperatures, the lube will melt and flow with the engine oil adding a nice blend of moly to all the internals. (Engine assembly paste has been around for decades, mainly used to hold needle bears in place on an output shaft), etc. In the case of replacing the cover, it also helps to back off the clutch adjusting screw, then once assembled, readjust the clutch. I am a retired (certified/registered) Honda motorcycle mechanic, did it professionally in the 80's-90"s for 14 years.

 
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