removing a starter

[821100gl]

i would like to know what needs to come off to get to the starter.I see the top cover that has the two bolts.what else needs to come off and how hard is it?

[jbs80106]

If layout is similar to my 650G....

I have to free up the carbs from the rubber boots so I can get them outta the way...I don't take them off the bike..

There should be 3 screws holding on the starter cover, 2 above the foot shifter and one on the other side beneath the cam chain tensioner.

Then you'll need a 8 or 10mm (I think its 8, but could be 6mm?) socket and a stub extender. There are 2 bolts that hold the starter in place. Getting the one out under the tensioner can be tricky but can be done without taking off the tensioner.

Then the back end of the starter will lift free. On mine I have to manipulate it by rotating it this way and that, and moving the carbs to one side or the other to get enough clearance to get the starter gear free from the motor.

Its not hard, just 'fiddly'..

putting back together is the opposite, can be a witch to get the starter bolts back into their treads...

Good luck!

[hikermikem]

Might pay to have one of those magnetic pick ups available to snag a washer or bolt that rolls under a fin...

[SqDancerLynn1]

Make sure to replace the O ring on the starter too!!!! Extra insurance to prevent a leak