Atv Engine Side Cover Came Off

Weldangrind · 07-24-2009, 12:45 AM

The cover that came off is what you'd remove to turn the engine over by hand (think of it as a plug). The nut that you see is part of the stator assembly (not the clutch), and it is directly connected to the crankshaft. If you were to adjust the valves, for example, you'd need a means to turn the engine over to top dead center (TDC), and that's what this hole provides access for. The clutch is on the other side.

You can probably buy the cover from your local Honda dealer. If not, then you'll likely only be able to replace the entire side cover from a Chinese bike dealer. Either way, it's not likely to cost much.

07-24-2009, 12:45 AM	#16
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	The cover that came off is what you'd remove to turn the engine over by hand (think of it as a plug). The nut that you see is part of the stator assembly (not the clutch), and it is directly connected to the crankshaft. If you were to adjust the valves, for example, you'd need a means to turn the engine over to top dead center (TDC), and that's what this hole provides access for. The clutch is on the other side. You can probably buy the cover from your local Honda dealer. If not, then you'll likely only be able to replace the entire side cover from a Chinese bike dealer. Either way, it's not likely to cost much. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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