11. CRANKCASE/CRANKSHAFT                                                              K-XCT 125i



 SERVICE INFORMATION
 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
  This section covers crankcase separation to service the crankshaft. The engine must be removed
  for this operation.
  When separating the crankcase, never use a driver to pry the crankcase mating surfaces apart
  forcedly to prevent damaging the mating surfaces.
  When installing the crankcase, do not use an iron hammer to tap it.
  The following parts must be removed before separating the crankcase.
  Cylinder head
  Cylinder/piston (chapter 7)
  Drive and driven pulley (chapter 8)
  A.C. generator/starter clutch (chapter 10)
  Rear wheel/rear shock absorber (chapter 16)
  Starter motor (chapter 19)
  Oil pump (chapter 4)


 SPECIFICATIONS                                                                  Unit: mm
                                Item                                Standard
              Connecting rod big end side clearance                0.150.35
 Crankshaft
              Connecting rod big end radial clearance               00.008


 TORQUE VALUES
 Crankcase bolt                         1.0 kgf-m
 Cam chain tensioner slipper bolt       1.0 kgf-m




 TROUBLESHOOTING
 Excessive engine noise
  Excessive bearing play
  Excessive crankpin bearing play
  Worn piston pin and piston pin hole




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