XStretchified650
Back in the 650 Saddle
Hi Forum,
I am wondering what is considered a normal amount of in and out movement for the kickstarter shaft where it exits the engine case? On my 77 I can move the shaft back and forth, a bit more than 1/16" but less than 1/8".
I only noticed the movement when resolving a clearance issue between the kickstarter knuckle and the footrest arm. The arm was modified a bit and the kick stroke let the knuckle take the paint off of the footrest arm. I fixed the clearance issue but now want to know what is a normal amount of free play, in case I left out a shim or a washer on the shaft.
Does the seated depth of the shaft seal have any affect on the amount of free play? I would not think so but I guess it could have an effect.
Second question......at the very bottom of the kick stroke the lever is at 7:00 and the head of the securing bolt ends up aligned with the footrest knuckle. Is that correct?
XStretchified (I started her up this week...that'll be another thread)
I am wondering what is considered a normal amount of in and out movement for the kickstarter shaft where it exits the engine case? On my 77 I can move the shaft back and forth, a bit more than 1/16" but less than 1/8".
I only noticed the movement when resolving a clearance issue between the kickstarter knuckle and the footrest arm. The arm was modified a bit and the kick stroke let the knuckle take the paint off of the footrest arm. I fixed the clearance issue but now want to know what is a normal amount of free play, in case I left out a shim or a washer on the shaft.
Does the seated depth of the shaft seal have any affect on the amount of free play? I would not think so but I guess it could have an effect.
Second question......at the very bottom of the kick stroke the lever is at 7:00 and the head of the securing bolt ends up aligned with the footrest knuckle. Is that correct?
XStretchified (I started her up this week...that'll be another thread)