Motor Removal problems. please help

[TK685]

So I have an 83 GS1100 GL and I removed all that I needed to that was attached to my motor that my Clymer manuel said. The only thing still in there is the motorand transmission pretty much. I detached the shaft drive and I was trying to remove the motor with a couple friends and it just wouldnt come out. It kept either getting caught on top or else on the bottom back brackets. I dont know if there is a trick I am totally missing or what. If someone could give me some tips it would be very much appreciated. i am trying to avoid having to buy and replace any gaskets. Please let me know


Tom

[TwistedRoads]

Hi
I had to remove the triangular brackets and removed the breather cap

[earlfor]

You have to remove the rectangular breather cover that is on top of the valve cover. If it is still too tight a fit, you can remove the valve cover also. I assume you have already removed the carb rack and airbox and intake boots.

Earl

[TK685]

does the breather box require a seal? or is no?

[80GS750]

the airbox for the carbs use rubber seals.... you wont have to replace them if they are in good shape....

the breather on top of your valve cover has a seal in it, if you take it apart carefully, you will be able to re-use it