Any concerns with using helicoils to repair stripped threads?

[amateur]

Any cautions or concerns with using helicoils on my engine?

The cover that supports the shifter lever on my 82 gs650gl was installed with a couple of short fasteners during a rebuild. I had to remove it for a minor repair, (had to replace/install the gear sensor o-ring) and one of the top 2 fasteners stripped on me. Then I realized they were short. Purchased the right length and re-installed them. One remained stripped.

Because it is aluminum, I am contemplating just re-tapping and installing a helicoil or 2 if it is deep enough. Any comments?

Amateur

[SqDancerLynn1]

You should be Ok Just make sure to drill it straight. Got a drill press? you could drill a hole in a piece of aluminum to hold against the case to help drill it
Heli coil back to original size you may crack the case if you try and go oversized bolt

[amateur]

I plan to do this on the bike.

Because the aluminum is so soft compared to steel/iron, I was thinking of not drilling and just carefully tapping with lube.

Amateur