1981 GSX750E - My first bike

[hampshirehog]

If the cam cover gasket is in good condition there's no need to replace it. If you finger wipe some grease on it you might get away with reusing it a good few times and if you do ever tear it then it will be easier to remove instead of welding itself to the aluminium.

[GSXR7ED]

Hmmm..

Got the valve cover off with the gasket intact. Replace or re-use and hope for the best?



Couldnt find my feeler gauge so this is where I made a halt for now.

Cheers! // Fredrik

I bought one from suzukiboulevard so I'm replacing mine.

Lookin' good with your project!

Ed

[Krogare]

Major setback

So, what youre looking at here is a sprocket loosely fitted on its shaft, outside it is a stripped nut which was welded in place The welds do keep it in place somewhat I suppose and then its also held in place by two M5 bolts...

I'd say that this is not an ok fix and ... Well... always take a used bike apart to see what youve got before using it on the open road?



Is there any solution to this other than to split the cases and replace the sprocket shaft? (Cause thats what I have to do to get to it I suppose?)

[JAG]

So, what youre looking at here is a sprocket loosely fitted on its shaft, outside it is a stripped nut which was welded in place The welds do keep it in place somewhat I suppose and then its also held in place by two M5 bolts...

I'd say that this is not an ok fix and ... Well... always take a used bike apart to see what youve got before using it on the open road?



Is there any solution to this other than to split the cases and replace the sprocket shaft? (Cause thats what I have to do to get to it I suppose?)

An idea, carefully filing through the weld, remove the bolts and see if it will come off. Then it's a case of getting a die on it to cut a new thread.

To be honest with that type of bodge I would be splitting the engine for a full service rebuild anyway.

[Krogare]

Sprocket video

Its not just the stripped nut and the bolts. Its not supposed to be all wiggly like this is it?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqYaET6Rm5s&feature=youtu.be

[Krogare]

Picked up a box in the US

Some parts that will be used/attached/fitted during this winter

[Griffyn]

Its not just the stripped nut and the bolts. Its not supposed to be all wiggly like this is it?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqYaE...ature=youtu.be

That is officially bad.

The good news is that it looks like you don't have to break those welds because it's already been done for you. The bad news is that I don't think your main shaft is any good anymore. Split the case and fix it right, I'm sure that someone around here has the part you need to make the thing go again.

[GSXR7ED]

Sprocket

Its not just the stripped nut and the bolts. Its not supposed to be all wiggly like this is it?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqYaE...ature=youtu.be

That sucks!

You've got GSR experts who can help with this. Sorry you have to deal with this nonsense but on a positive note, it helps you learn your bike.


Ed

[Sci85]

That does suck alright. I had a 2nd gear issue on mine that I knew would require splitting the cases to fix. But you know what? It's not that tough. If you've got the service manual, a decent set of tools, a torque wrench, and a modicum of skill, you can do it. Just take your time (key) and ask if you are not sure about something. Take lots of pics along the way too. It will help. Go for it and good luck!

[wedoo2]

Now I'm in for this one cause it just got intrestin.. I hope you document this with lots of posts and pics of Swedish girls. I'm starting to break down a CB750 engine with much trepidation.

[GSXR7ED]

Let me help you...

Now I'm in for this one cause it just got intrestin.. I hope you document this with lots of posts and pics of Swedish girls. I'm starting to break down a CB750 engine with much trepidation.

Here's something to get him started:




Ed

[Krogare]

Thanks for your assistance Ed
Its been awful quiet here for a long time, sorry about that. I went and bought a house which means I will very soon have my bikegarage downstairs inside my own house :-D However the house needs paint, wallpaper, new this and that and whatnot, so this project is on hold for the moment. I hope to get working on the bike again in my new garage :-D :-D sometime around April.

[GSXR7ED]

It's About Time

Thanks for your assistance Ed
Its been awful quiet here for a long time, sorry about that. I went and bought a house which means I will very soon have my bikegarage downstairs inside my own house :-D However the house needs paint, wallpaper, new this and that and whatnot, so this project is on hold for the moment. I hope to get working on the bike again in my new garage :-D :-D sometime around April.

Hey Man, I've since collected more pics of beautiful women on Bikes; you've been holding me up!

But really, glad you are vested in a new home...and with a garage no less!

Post pics when you can/soonest possible. I don't ask for much, huh?


Later,


Ed

[Krogare]

Sorry, forgot...

[Krogare]

Got that front sprocket nut removed finally. Threads on the shaft werent in terrible shape. Nut was completely stripped though, PO obviously overtightened nut mounting aftermarket sprocket without rubber things until he ran out of thread. Shaft now rethreaded to 20x1,5 mm, waiting for a new sprocket nut, lock washer and gear shifter oil seal, which was obviously needed as seen earlier in this thread. Already have the Z1 spacer for sprocket without rubber thingies. Got me some original rear indicators, a few plastic covers and a refurbished seat as well. Looking forward to a good riding season and hope to show some more progress and pictures soon!