l
Hold the crankshaft assembly in hand, shake
the connecting rod to find out the radial play. If
any play is noticed, then replace the crankshaft
assembly with a new one. (Fig. 3.172)
l
Measure connecting rod big end side
clearance with a feeler gauge. If the clearance
exceeds the service limit, replace the
crankshaft assembly with a new one.
(Fig.
3.
173)
Feeler gauge
Service limit
0.650 mm (max)
Connecting rod small end diameter
l
Measure internal diameter (ID) of the
connecting rod small end. If ID is more than the
service limit, replace the crankshaft assembly
with a new one. (Fig. 3.174)
Service limit
15.040 mm (max)
Balancer shaft - Inspection
l
Inspect the balancer shaft for any twist or
bend. If found any replace the balancer shaft
assembly.
l
Inspect the balancer shaft bearing for free
rotation and any abnormal noise. If found any
replace the bearing. (Fig. 3.175)
Note:
Replace both LH & RH bearings together
(one bearing is assembled on the shaft and
the other one is on the RH side crankcase).
Fig. 3.172
Fig. 3.173
TVS APACHE RTR 200
SERVICE MANUAL
SERVICING OF ENGINE
3-50
Fig. 3.174
Fig. 3.175
