Topic: 350 engine removal question

[Green550F]

I'm removing the engine on my 350 cafe project. ( for cleaning and frame painting )

I'm having trouble getting it to clear the frame.   I read the manual and it doesn't say anything about removing the starter. It looks as if this will be required. The book also says to remove the head cover but that looks like less of an issue than the starter.

Any input from those  of you who've pulled a 350 twin?

[SClay115]

I think I took my starter off. But I can't say for sure, something tells me I didn't. Best way I've found, get a friend, this helps. I had to do a fair amount of tilting/convincing to get it out. But it's just tough to do by yourself, as that engine isn't really as light as one might expect. I've also heard of people pulling out two of the exhaust studs on the left hand side. Heard it helps, I however didn't do that.

Steve

[Green550F]

went and pulled the starter. easier than I had expected! It sure made the process alot smoother than with it in.

Tomorrow I begin the cleaning process!

[bryanj]

Problem is you now have to remove the whole alternator cover to refit it cos the sprocket and chain just fell down!

[chrisf]

I was going to tell him the same thing. The trick to the CB350 is to remove engine sprocket cover, then slide it out on the right. It really is a two person job.

--Chris

[Green550F]

Expected that. Which is why I was trying not to remove the starter.
It was a good thing I did anyway. I got the chance to clean out a bit of sludge that had settled in the cover.
There was a bit of small metal debris in it. (if it wasn't for the sunlight I may not have noticed) While I may not like it, it didn't look unusual enough to warrant a complete tear down.

If I planned on racing it, then it'd be different.

[CBGBs]

I've done this a few times, and always with a partner. The engine hanger must be removed and although I'm not certain the primary cover must be removed, I'm sure you don't have to remove the starter or exhaust studs. The engine only comes through the rightside and it must be tilted slightly forward. It is kind of a heavy engine isn't it? 

[oconnor]

If it's anything like a 360 I laid the bike on it's side and lifted the frame off. The engine was the only thing left attached to the frame by this time though. One person job.

[gerhed]

Pulled a 360 out--did need some help, but nothing had to be cut.

[ohiocaferacer]

I always lay the motor on its side then rotate the frame off of it.....beats throwing your back out and getting bloody knuckles. Not to mention......makes it an easy one man job.

Later,
Greg

[CBGBs]

One man job. Your crazy. I don't want to have to strip the frame just to remove an engine. How do you do it? It would seem just as difficult to move the frame with wheels and all. I'm sure the engine is only half the weight of the bike. It is a quick job to just slip the engine out if you have a buddy to help.

[Green550F]

Ended up being a 2 man job. Myself at first and then my chiropractor later!
That little twin is beefier than it looks!