starter repplacement question

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Mar 24, 2010 | 11:47 PM

yotaweeler

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starter repplacement question

So I'm trying to replace my starter on my 05 xl1200 sportster i just picked up.
I've removed the clutch cover and all the Allen key bolts around the primary drive housing. the shifter linkage and clutch cable are also all removed.

So my question is, is there any other bolts hiding that I'm unaware about holding the primary drive cover on??

Mar 24, 2010 | 11:52 PM

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aww so does the 7/8 lock nut and chain adjustment bolt need to come out?

Mar 25, 2010 | 02:14 AM

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Nope, the cover will come off with the primary chain adjuster in place. Give it a tap with a rubber mallet

Mar 25, 2010 | 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by yotaweeler

aww so does the 7/8 lock nut and chain adjustment bolt need to come out?

No, it doesn't need to come out but it does have to be loosened up real good to get the shoe away from the chain.

Mar 28, 2010 | 02:42 PM

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thanks guys i got it. i didn't know that you had to take the little ball bearing piece out where the clutch cable connects. backed that all the way off and the cover popped right off.