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CAUTION
See
Figure 6-22.
To prevent possible damage to the bear-
ing, the clutch hub and shell assembly should not be dis-
assembled unless the bearing, hub or shell require
replacement. If the assembly is pressed apart, the bear-
ing must be replaced.
12. Disassemble clutch hub and clutch shell if necessary.
a. Remove retaining ring from inboard end of clutch
hub.
b.
Using an arbor press, separate clutch hub from
assembly of clutch shell, bearing and retaining ring.
c.
Remove retaining ring from groove in clutch shell.
d. Press on the inboard side of bearing outer race to
remove bearing from clutch shell.
INSPECTION
1.
Wash all parts, except fiber (friction) plates and bearing,
in cleaning solvent. Blow dry with compressed air. Exam-
ine the clutch components as follows:
a.
Check all clutch plates for wear and discoloration.
b.
Inspect each steel (drive) plate for grooves.
c. Place each steel plate on a flat surface. Using a
feeler gauge, check for flatness in several places.
Replace any plates that are damaged or are warped
more than 0.006 in. (0.152 mm).
2.
Check the diaphragm spring for cracks or bent tabs.
Install a
new
spring if either condition exists.
3.
See
Figure 6-25.
Check fiber plates for thickness.
a. Wipe the lubricant from the five fiber plates and
stack them on top of each other.
b.
Measure the thickness of the five stacked fiber
plates with a dial caliper or micrometer. The mini-
mum thickness must be 0.413 in. (10.490 mm).
c. If the thickness is less than specified, discard the
fiber plates and steel plates. Install a
new
set of
both friction and steel plates.
4.
See
Figure 6-26.
Check the clutch shell.
a. Inspect primary chain sprocket and the starter ring
gear on the clutch shell. If either sprocket or ring
gear are badly worn or damaged, replace the clutch
shell.
b. Check the slots that mate with the clutch plates on
both clutch shell and hub. If slots are worn or dam-
aged, replace shell and/or hub.
c.
If clutch shell was removed from motorcycle, check
the bearing for smoothness. Rotate the clutch shell
while holding the clutch hub. If bearing is rough or
binds, it must be replaced.
Figure 6-25. Measuring Friction Plates
Figure 6-26. Checking Clutch Shell
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1.
Primary Chain Sprocket
2.
Starter Ring Gear
3.
Slots on Clutch Hub
4.
Slots on Clutch Shell
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