Yes I searched ,read ,still not sure!

[martinfink]

1982 GS1100e
I have a real loud trans and I look at the clutch basket and it seamed tight .Took out all plates and tryed to move the basketSeams tight.
The noise seams to change from gear to gear . Stops as soon as the clutch is pulled at any speed. should I remove the plates and remove the whole clutch housing to check.
Should I remove the pan? and can one split the case with out pulling cylinders?Thanks

[bonanzadave]

should I remove the plates and remove the whole clutch housing to check.

If you have the clutch cover off and have an impact gun you may as well have a look see. There is not much more to take apart after the hub nut. You may need a new nut (APE). Dumb question: Got oil ?

[martinfink]

Yes got oil.I think that it is 4 and 5 gear that are worn out.If I take off the pan can I see the gears? and again would I have to remove the barrels to replace the trans? took the whole clutch out and it looks like it was welded and is tight so must be the trans.

[bonanzadave]

One other thought....How is it running ? The 82s had issues with the pressed cranks twisting. Mine did and so have a couple others guys on the site.

[martinfink]

Realy good but the noise it makes from the trans is pritty bad like growling marbles .And stops as soon as the clutch is pulled

[SqDancerLynn1]

You should be able to turn the engine upside down & remove the bottom case. CLutch needs to be removed too..