9. Engage the shift forks into the gear shift shaft and
push the shift fork shaft into the crankcase.
AT THIS POINT
Proper transmission shifting should be verified by turn-
ing the gear shift shaft to select High, Low, Neutral, and
Reverse while rotating the input shaft and observing the
countershaft rotation.
The right-side crankcase is now ready for installation to
the left-side crankcase.
Joining Crankcase Halves
1. Using rubber bands, support the connecting rods to
align with the cylinder bores.
GZ280B
2. Coat both sides with engine oil; then install the spacer
washer on the crankshaft with the radius directed
toward the crankshaft.
GZ336
3. Install the two alignment pins; then apply a thin bead
of silicone sealant to the crankcase mating surface.
NOTE: When applying silicone, make sure to keep
clear of all oil galleys and ports. Do not over-apply sil-
icone.
GZ339
4. Carefully join the crankcase halves by placing the left-
side crankcase onto the assembled right side. Secure
with the cap screws (eight left side and one right side).
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