Topic: Kickstart lever/arm ball

[Bastaldo]

Just finished replacing my clutch and reinstalling and I even kept that little silver ball. The problem is, I don’t know how to get it back in. When I slide it back into the lever assembly, it clicks in but then the assembly won’t slide back on. I feel like I’m missing something obvious. Anyone have any experience with this?

[Airborne 82nd]

What bike?

[Bastaldo]

1976 Cb550 K. Sorry that would been helpful information to start with.

[Scott S]

 Why did you have to disassemble the kickstarter to service the clutch?

[Bastaldo]

I replaced the clutch plates and had to take the cover off.

[Scott S]

 But why disassemble the kickstarter? Just remove the bolt and slide it off the splines. Was it broken already? Or am I missing something.

[Bastaldo]

Ah I figured it out. There is a little groove on the arm and the ball is loaded behind the spring. And you’re definitely correct- I didn’t need to take the lever off.

Now to deal  with my stuck plates/ clutch stall.

Thanks!