1984 XR 200r. Do I have to split the cases to replace the shifter shaft?

SOURCE: shift shaft replace

Yes. Sad but true. On most late model Honda four stroke singles, the shift shaft turns the shift drum directly, from within the engine cases.

SOURCE: I have a 1984 honda xr 350 and i've changed the

Those bikes can be a pain to start after they've sat awhile. What always worked for me was twist the throttle a bunch. I mean make sure its flooded. Then lay the bike over on its left side until the gas runs out the overflow. Stand it up and lay it down until it stops running out. Then I squeeze the decompression lever and cycle the motor. Now just barely pull on the decompression lever to open the valve just barely. Get it to top dead center and give her a good kick with a twist of the throttle. Becareful it could kick back.
This technique works for when the bike stalls when its hot. Most important part is if you think its flooded lay it over and start the process over. Remember your XR has two carbs and will flood QUICK. After some practice you'll be able to hear it in the exhaust pipe if she's flooded or if she trying to come around. Trust me. I have four of these bikes. Two 83's, one 84 and my beloved 85.

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• Posted on May 21, 2010

SOURCE: Bent shifter &shaft now leaks oil. Do I have

no but the problem is not the seal you need to replace the shift shaft and the seal.

SOURCE: I have a 85 Honda xr 200. I was changing the oil

Hello Peter. You are correct in stating that your actions caused the shifter lever problem. You will have to remove the case in order to reconnect the shifter lever. This is a difficult job so unless you are mechanically inclined, it would be best to leave this repair to the pros. Joe

SOURCE: do you have to split the case to change starter

You don't have to split the case to replace kick starter shaft,and you don't have to remove motor,drain oil,remove kicker,then side cover.really not that hard,go for it,you will learn alot.