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Crankshaft Main Bearing

NEW Crankshaft Bearing Bolts





First Pass in sequence 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
Final Pass in sequence an additional 70 degrees.





Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts in sequence to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).

Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance 0.031 - 0.067 mm (0.0012 - 0.0026 in)