How to remove cam chain in XS500

[kawasaki kdx]

I have a 1976 Yamaha XS500 that has low compression 90 each cylinder and would like to rebuild and valve job, So how do I REMOVE this cam chain???? I have found ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEERO information on how this is done on this goofy engine!

 

[Melnic]

On the XJ650 I recall you remove the top covers on the bearings. Are you looking to break the chain to replace or just remove?
It might be helpful to look at the XJ650 vids/info if you strike out on info here or any service manuals.

 

[kawasaki kdx]

On the XJ650 I recall you remove the top covers on the bearings. Are you looking to break the chain to replace or just remove?
It might be helpful to look at the XJ650 vids/info if you strike out on info here or any service manuals.

Just trying to get at the cylinders to inspect the rings! I have a online TX500 service manual that says you have to break chain with special(blah) tool!

 

[Wingedwheel]

This might help.
https://ia803400.us.archive.org/15/...e-manual/Yamaha_TX500_500A_Service_Manual.pdf

 

[Melnic]

Just trying to get at the cylinders to inspect the rings! I have a online TX500 service manual that says you have to break chain with special(blah) tool!

Ouch, I would source a master link for that before even starting. Maybe 2 of them.

 

[jetmechmarty]

Will the sprockets come off the cam ends? Breaking that chain isn’t an option.

 

[Melnic]

Will the sprockets come off the cam ends? Breaking that chain isn’t an option.

On the XJ650 they pull the covers off the bearings and pull the cam out. I was thinking the same thing here but that top cam guide I'm wondering if you can pull the cover off with that in the way.

 

[Grimly]

I would put it at TDC (firing) on no1, remove tensioner and lift the cam caps off.

 

[kawasaki kdx]

This might help.
https://ia803400.us.archive.org/15/...e-manual/Yamaha_TX500_500A_Service_Manual.pdf

Thank You!

 

[kawasaki kdx]

I would put it at TDC (firing) on no1, remove tensioner and lift the cam caps off.

Thank you, I will try that!

 

[Wingedwheel]

https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/bikes/Yamaha9.html
https://www.xs650.com/threads/aus-tx500-resto.33248/
A couple of good links sent to my courtesy of 650skull

 

[HermannXS5001978]

Hello everyone,

I have the same problem, had to remove the cylinder head because the cylinder head gasket was leaking.
The timing chain must be separated. I'm looking for a chain link => does anyone have an idea where I can get this CHEAP?

Thank you everyone for your feedback

Br Hermann