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Starter Removal: FJ-600

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by ChicoJim, Dec 30, 2009.

  1. ChicoJim

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    Okay: time for me to do the Starter Brushes on my (new to me) FJ-600. I'm told the engine in this bike is a very close cousin to the Seca 550.

    I see the Starter Motor underneath the carbs. That's no problem. My question is: can you remove the starter, entirely, without removing the carburetors? It looks like there's enough room.

    Seems that just removing 3 bolts on the left side of the engine (left, when you're sitting on the bike), and you could lift up the left end of the starter, wiggle it a bit, and then pull it out the left side of the bike... all this without disturbing the carbs? Is this possible?

    THANKS for replies - I mean it!
     
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    The Haynes manual says "Remove shift lever and sprocket cover bolts - disconnect starter cable and unbolt starter. Lift slightly upwards when removing".

    Have not done this myself though! If you google free manual download, you'll find one!
     
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    Should be no problem pulling the starter without pulling the carbs; at least on the 550s you don't have to. You may need to remove the primary sprocket cover, although I don't believe that's even necessary, I'm pretty sure you can lift the starter clear of the edge of the cover.

    How many miles on the FJ?
     
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    Hey thanks for the tips!

    Just over 52,000 miles on the FJ. I was amazed when I pulled the carbs apart. Zero wear on the throttle slides, everything cleaned up like brand new. Neat little bike!
     
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    Aaah, OK. Was worried you might be chasing your tail on the starter brushes, but not at 52K. Be sure to check the alternator brushes too; book says 10K but mine looked brand-new at 18K and are fine at 25K so it might be time...
     

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