Yamaha XVS6501997 Service Manual page 184

MIDDLE GEAR
3. Position:
S Dial gauge
(onto the outside edge of the universal
joint)
NOTE:
Be sure that the gauge is positioned over the
centerline of the yoke bearing hole.
4. Rotate:
S Universal joint 1
NOTE:
Move the universal joint gently back and forth.
5. Measure:
S Gear backlash
Over specification ! Follow the next
steps
Under or same specification ! Incorrect
Check for faulty parts and/or reassemble
the bearing housing.
Backlash (gear):
0.05 X 0.10 mm
CAUTION:
Do not hammer the universal joint or the col-
lapsible collar of the driven pinion gear may
be distorted. This will result in a change in
the standard spinning torque, requiring re-
placement of the collapsible collar and reas-
sembly of the driven gear assembly.
NOTE:
Check the gear backlash at four positions. Ro-
tate the universal joint 90_ each time and repeat
the gear backlash check.
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