KZ440 L/H crankshaft seal

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KZ440 L/H crankshaft seal

14 Jul 2023 13:13
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Just wondering about this... Why doesn't the KZ440 engine have a left hand side crankshaft seal?
KZ440A LTD (1980)

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Re: KZ440 L/H crankshaft seal

15 Jul 2023 06:32
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The oiling system is designed to lubricate/cool the starter clutch and starter motor drive system.  This means that there is no need to seal the crank on the LH side.

 
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Carb O-ring Kits : www.kzrider.com/forum/14-vendor-forum/62...rburetor-o-ring-kits

www.kzrider.com/forum/faq-wiki/618026-new-owner-things-to-know

1981 KZ750E2
www.kzrider.com/forum/11-projects/604901...z750e-project-thread
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