[MDairheads] Succesful Gearbox and clutch removal and replacement 1995 R100RT

[Will Andalora]

I meant to say Friday evening. I'll be there Friday evening only!

Will
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From: MDAirheads <mdairheads-bounces+will_andalora=hotmail.com at casano.com> on behalf of Will Andalora via MDAirheads <mdairheads at casano.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 16, 2018 11:38 AM
To: Maryland Airheads
Subject: Re: [MDairheads] Succesful Gearbox and clutch removal and replacement 1995 R100RT

Hedz,

When reinstalling my transmission I received sage advice that I should leave the bolts a touch loose and allow the bike to idle in gear with the rear wheel elevated. Doing this allowed the transmission to slide into its 'sweet spot' for alignment with the splines and drive shaft. There is some small measure of  play in how all of components mate up. It is supposed to make the motorcycle smoother.

There are also similar 'tricks' that can be done when installing a clutch plate (on 1980 and older bikes) to make the engine run more smoothly.  Since there is some play in the bolts that hold it in place. I used a dial gauge to measure the 'run out' on the clutch when I replaced mine to ensure it was centered on the crankshaft. Doing this also smooths out the engine and will address any latent OCD tendencies...

Who is heading to the PA Tent Float?  I'll be there Saturday evening.  Looks to be wet. Perfect!

Will
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From: MDAirheads <mdairheads-bounces+will_andalora=hotmail.com at casano.com> on behalf of Alex Balmaceda via MDAirheads <mdairheads at casano.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2018 5:23 PM
To: Chris Kennedy
Cc: MDAirheads
Subject: Re: [MDairheads] Succesful Gearbox and clutch removal and replacement 1995 R100RT

Great write up, Chris.  You made it sound simple.  I'm next in line, but
going a bit further to deal with a stubborn leak that will probably mean I
need to replace the rear main seal.

Alex B.

On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 5:04 PM, Chris Kennedy via MDAirheads <
mdairheads at casano.com> wrote:

> Afternoon all,
>
>
>
> My new to me 1995 R100RT even with the low mileage showing, 19,750 mils,
> and
> running well was very difficult to shift. After making sure all else was in
> good order with a journey to Appomattox VA for the Horizon Unlimited
> gathering I tackled the gearbox issue. With help from Duane Wilding and
> some
> tricks learned from Robs gearbox removal and spline lube tech day in PA the
> gearbox removal went very smoothly. Glad I chose to do the full removal as
> the spline was remarkable rusty. Combine with the spline rust was the
> corresponding rust on the clutch plate housing.
>
>
>
> With the clutch removed I was able to remove the rust from the offending
> parts and was also able to use the clutch plate to slide back and forth
> over
> the spline to distribute the lubrication evenly. The other critical factor
> in removing the gearbox was it enabled me to remove the clutch actuating
> rod. Though the end closest to the release bearing piston was well
> lubricated the end closest to the clutch had dried up grease and was
> binding
> badly.
>
>
>
> Reassembly was mostly straightforward. Having a second person, Duane
> returned for more, made things go a lot easier. Apart from the usual
> struggle with the drive shaft bolts the job was over in short order.
>
>
>
> The test ride did not happen for two days but the difference in shifting
> was
> transformative. The bike now shifts with a positive "snick" with little or
> no resistance either up or down. Now it shifts better than any other
> airhead
> I have ridden.
>
>
>
> I took my time and incorporated other items at the same time so the bike
> was
> on the lift for a week. However if all you want to do is gearbox removal,
> spline lube and reassembly its less than a day's job if the parts are on
> hand.
>
>
>
> See you at the next gathering.
>
>
>
> Cheers Chris
>
>
>
>
>
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