Removal of the generator cover
Drain the cooling system (
Changing the coolant
).
Remove the seat (
Removing the seat
).
Remove the tank (
Removal of the fuel tank
).
Drain the engine oil (
Changing engine oil and filter cartridge
).
Remove the cooling system pipes (
Removing cooling system pipes and unions
).
Note
This operation is described for an engine removed from the frame since all reassembly procedures are easier with the engine on the bench.
Disconnect the generator cable connector (A) from the voltage rectifier.
Undo the two retaining screws (1) of the cap (2) over the end of the crankshaft and recover the gasket.
Loosen the fixing screws (4), (5), and (6), and stud bolts (7) and (8) on the generator cover (9).
Fix service tool part no.
88713.1749
to the holes (A) left vacant by the screws (1) you have just removed.
Turn the tool shaft slowly to separate the cover (9) from the LH crankcase half.
There is a sealing ring (10) on the cover (9) in correspondence with the gearchange lever shaft that may be damaged when removing the generator cover.
Always check the condition of this sealing ring and replace it if damaged.