I have to remove the final drive from the swingarm/driveshaft to lube the splined joint between the driveshaft and the pinion gear. I've been warned that after I remove the 4 bolts (nuts), to be careful separating the final drive from the shaft because it is very easy to pull the driveshaft rearward, disconnecting it from the aft end of the engine (u-joint spline to engine).
Has anyone done this? Any suggestions/hints to prevent the drive shaft from sliding rearward?
I have to do this because there is a 'clunk' coming from this area - localized by a mechanic's stethoscope.
Has anyone done this? Any suggestions/hints to prevent the drive shaft from sliding rearward?
I have to do this because there is a 'clunk' coming from this area - localized by a mechanic's stethoscope.