rficken42
XS650 New Member
Hey guys. I'm trying to remove the engine out of my '81 to do a head gasket and to clean the carbs. I'd like to know some tricks to getting the engine out and back in easily. Thanks guys.
Some guys lay it on its side and unbolt I just take carbs off grab the kick starter with one hand and the other hand in the intake tip forward and lift it out make sure you have your man pants on while doing so
Lifting these engines by yourself, is a good way to get a permanent back injury. The preferred way is to use some type of mechanical lifting aid such a a hoist/chain falls etc. Without a hoist, use 2 people and a couple of pipes/nylon slings.
I don't see any advantage to laying a bike on its side on the floor. Once the frame is lifted, you have a 165 lb engine laying on the floor. Now you have to lift 165 lbs from the floor up to bench level in order to do work. Is there some magical way to get the engine from the floor to the bench?
The smart way is to remove the engine and place it on the bench/engine stand, all in one continuous job.