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Kick start lever wont come off

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by buntin14, Oct 14, 2012.

  1. buntin14

    buntin14 New Member

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    Hi ive just brought my son a kx85 and it needs new new gaskets but i cant open the cases cos the kick start lever wont come off, ive had a play it just wont move any ideas anyone?
    buntin14, Oct 14, 2012
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    Lucifer Well-Known Member

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    There should be a bolt or screw to loosen off that clamps the lever onto the splined shaft...:)
    Lucifer, Oct 14, 2012
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    buntin14 New Member

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    lol ive took that out its like croded on? anyone knw if a pully puller would work?
    buntin14, Oct 14, 2012
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    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Spray it with penetrating oil let it soak a day or so. Be careful with puller do you don't mess up anything on shaft.

    Might even hear the kick lever then see if ti will expand


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    hotroadking, Oct 14, 2012
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    Lucifer Well-Known Member

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    Just checkin';) Yep,spray the penetrating oil on,have a beer,then you might be able to wiggle it to get it started,if no go,spray some more,have another beer,then maybe a light tap with a hammer....fixing kids bikes is thirsty work....:D
    Lucifer, Oct 14, 2012
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    If you start to tapping with a hammer use a scrap piece of wood between it and the kicker, or use a mallet.

    Sometimes it's a good idea to tap a few times just AFTER applying the penetrating oil, then wait a few hours . . .
    joshbob, Oct 15, 2012
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    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    Bigger hammer :roflmao:
    FLHTbiker, Oct 15, 2012
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  9. Lucifer

    Lucifer Well-Known Member

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    20lb sledge should loosen the corrosion;):rolleyes:
    Lucifer, Oct 15, 2012
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    ;)Youse guys be wicked!
    joshbob, Oct 15, 2012
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    once ya get the bolt out, sprayed with solvent, tap a screwdriver into the slot....it should make the lever expand just enough to wiggle and come off........good luck!!!
    chucktx, Oct 15, 2012
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    1+ this is the way to do it right :D
    cowboy, Oct 16, 2012
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  13. hotroadking

    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I use two lubes,

    Penetrating Oil on the Kicker

    Beer or Scotch in Me... Makes the waiting period better
    hotroadking, Oct 16, 2012
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    x1 !!!!!
    chucktx, Oct 17, 2012
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    Why not drive a screw driver between the crack were the bolt came out. Then it will fall off. Later ole Ted.
    Ted, Oct 26, 2012
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