XS750SE problems

[jacob92icu]

Hey everybody!

So I have a non GS500 question but I know that with knowledge of one machine, comes knowledge of many machines. So I have a 78 xs750 along with my gs500, and it broke on me a while back. Ever since it broke I have been trying to fix it. I have narrowed it down to the chain under the crank case as my next suspect. However, I cannot seem to get the flywheel off for the life of me. I do not have an actual flywheel puller, I just rigged a long enough bolt up that has a beveled end. The manual says to thread it in until it stops, then give it a few taps. I have done it, and given it more than a few "generous" taps with no result. Any suggestions of how to get this pesky flywheel off and get under the crankcase are greatly appreciated. If nothing, I might be trading it for a little 125 dirtbike that runs.

Thanks,

Jacob

[gsJack]

Sounds like a broken primary drive chain, didn't Addy just mention recently he had some flywheel pullers?  See you are both in Washington state.

[Calpantera]

Ya know Autozone and Kragen auto parts both have loaner tools that include pullers. They require a deposit but do not charge a rental fee..

[gsJack]

I remember the Chrysler rear brake drums 60 years ago had a taper fit on the shaft and we used a 3 leg puller that that bolted tight to the drum.  Would tighten the center screw tight against the axle shaft with a long wrench and then beat on the screw with a heavy sledge to pop it loose.  Think that flywheel you have is a taper fit on the crank so good luck with it!

[average]

Ya know Autozone and Kragen auto parts both have loaner tools that include pullers. They require a deposit but do not charge a rental fee..

Actually the rental fee is pretty much the price of the part. if you dont bring it back, no worries...(Zoner here)

[jacob92icu]

Thanks everybody for your advice!

yes Adidas did mention he has a flywheel puller kit that I might ask to borrow when I get over there on spring break. But that's not the point really. I'm wondering why this make shift flywheel puller isn't working? I'm sure your right about it being like the Chrysler brakes! Haha. Do you think a heavier hammer/sledge would work? I was just using your average nail hammer and a ballpeen hammer.

I dont think that and Autozone or anything would have the right puller for me, its like specifically for this make of bike... 

[Calpantera]

Ya know Autozone and Kragen auto parts both have loaner tools that include pullers. They require a deposit but do not charge a rental fee..

Actually the rental fee is pretty much the price of the part. if you dont bring it back, no worries...(Zoner here)

Ya I got a oil pump prime tool for Chevy V8s that way