Yamaha XVS6501997, Service Manual

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SHAFT DRIVE
CHAS
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
NOTE:
FINAL DRIVE GEAR DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove:
Bearing retainer (final drive shaft)
Use a bearing retainer wrench
1 .
Bearing retainer wrench:
90890-04050
The final drive shaft bearing retainer has
left-handed threads. To loosen the retainer
turn it clockwise.
2. Remove:
Final drive shaft assembly
With a soft hammer lightly tap on the final
drive shaft end.
Removal of the final drive shaft should only
be performed if gear replacement is neces-
sary.
Always use new bearings and races.
EB707033
FINAL DRIVE ROLLER BEARING REMOVAL
AND REASSEMBLY
1. Remove:
Guide collar 1
Oil seal 2
Roller bearing 3
Use a suitable press tool 4 and an ap-
propriate support for the final gear case.
2. Inspect:
Final drive roller bearing
The roller bearing can be reused, but Yamaha
recommends installation of a new bearing. Do
not reuse the oil seal.