Demystifying the Tiny Part That Kills Suzuki Savage Engines

[@dantolen3969]

You have no idea how useful this video is! I’m soon to replace my S40 clutch and so glad I saw this.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

It makes me really happy to hear that you found this video useful! Good luck with your clutch replacement! ✌️

[@chrisstokley7687]

@@HeavyMetalParkingSpot i did same= shook that wheel lolollol.. made sure pin was in / then changed oil/ filter / 5/8 on timeing ajuster.. maybe 1 yr.. i try do mod.. fix dat .! thinks good till 3/4 inch stick out! ?

[@matthewdeltoro1021]

oh man, good thing i brought this up on ur cam chain video scary to think yours didnt have the pin when you got it.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

It was indeed! That's what got me to go back in there and have a look. 🙏 Yeah, that could have ended up really badly, good thing I barely rode the bike before having this and the cam chain checked out.

[@sidecarbod1441]

3:14 "The engine oil plays a role in cooling the engine"...well yeah but it plays a massive role in lubricating the engine, it will score up the bearings and cam within a few minutes if the pump isn't running.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

That's true and yet another reason to really make sure the pump is running. Thank you for adding what I failed to mention in the video. ✌️

[@michaeldavidson1146]

My barn find $350 95 Savage was missing the Pin, replaced it via eBay, when I changed the oil there was the original pin. Luv riding my Beautiful Savage! Thanks so much for the info.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Wow! Great that you managed to replace the pin before it did any damage and pretty amazing that you managed to find the original one. 😅 Enjoy your Savage, they are really a blast to ride, and thanks for your comment! ✌️

[@thra5herxb12s]

Is the dowel made from soft metal or hardened like a 6mm bearing roller. Like will a soft pin shear right off when the clutch is under load.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

I think it’s hardened. I highly doubt it would snap off. But it would be great if anyone who knew more would chime in.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Realized now that maybe you were asking about the pin I made? It was soft and not something I would actually use, I would be scared of it snapping.

[@sidecarbod1441]

@@HeavyMetalParkingSpot Its just driving the pump, it won't be under much load, even if it was just made of mild steel it would be fine, having said that it will be made of something better, its just the way the Japs do this sort of stuff, Its probably case hardened.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Thanks for the insight! ✌️

[@TheSkof1]

I found one of these when I rebuilt my engine, probably from a previous repair, I didn't realize at the time what this pin was for, so thanks for the info. Fortunately, I have fitted an oil pressure instrument to my engine, so I am sure that I have oil pressure. 🤞👍

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

That's an unwanted find! 😅 Measuring the oil pressure is a great peace of mind!

[@brucebenioff]

My LS 650 clutch linkage broke. So since I had to tare it down to fix it I put new clutch disks in it while I had the cover open. It's been about 8k miles since then so I guess I got lucky.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Every now and then you have to get lucky, right? 🍀😀 Nice to hear that you are enjoying your Savage!

[@charlesboston1]

great video , thank you

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheUndeadMystery]

Not sure the likelyhood of you seeing sn 11 month old comment. But im soon to replace my neutral switch. Is it possible to replace this switch without taking the whole clutch case off? Or does it have to come off. Thank you!

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Hey! The neutral switch is held in place by two screws, and I'm pretty sure at least one of them, if not both, are covered by the clutch case. You might be able to get in there with some kind of offset screwdriver, but then you'll have to be able to get the actual switch out as well.

[@plap.]

Like eddie on the wall watching the work

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Hell yeah! 🤘

[@chrisstokley7687]

im subscribed and i watching all yours... i just bought $200 wrecked savage ls650p- it missing all wire harness! need help wireing CDI- just to get this thing running!

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Thank you so much! That sounds like an awesome project! Have you been able to get your hands on a wiring diagram?

[@chrisstokley7687]

@@HeavyMetalParkingSpot yes got book + china no speek english but read his hands lol . wooohoooo it all worked till i found hole in piston and solid locked tranny ! now i bought $1200 .. boulavard s40.. .. its doing weird - while running it only goes down to 2nd/ no first or neutral till shut off and rock it.. ugh.. ! soon i loosen back wheel belt and get to that hidden bolt on the shifter mechanism.... ive nvr done this/ scared i loose a spring lol !!!!

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

@@chrisstokley7687 When putting the side cover back on it's important to hold the gear lever in the correct position, that might be your issue? I hope you get it sorted!

[@MotoWrenchers]

That's one of the parts that is forever gone as soon as you hear it falling to the floor 😅

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

So very true! Don’t even bother looking for it, just order a new one. 😂

[@chicanesimon]

Obviously this pin engages into that driven gear if you dont notivce on reassembly that the drive peg is not there you should stay away from engines and pay attention more , you wouldnt forget to fit a woodruff key into a keyway for example, its clear that gear needs that drive peg/pin to function , good video however

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

I don't think anyone should stay away from engines, it's great fun and you learn a lot. But I do agree with the fact that it's important to pay attention. If you pull the clutch basket and manage to missplace the pin, I don't think it’s super obvious where it goes, and that's why I made this video. I hope you didn't feel like I wasted your time just stating the obvious, it makes me glad that you still thought the video was good. Take care! ✌️

[@ulanarni8804]

Wichtiger Hinweis. ! / importante note !

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

I agree! Thanks for watching! ✌️

[@oamotinado]

excelente!

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Thanks! ✌️

[@pauloshea9978]

In the late 90's we christened this bike the "Sandwich"

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Haha, please tell me more about that!

[@garyyorke1080]

Just another one of those impossibly annoying small parts that really should be in the engine not under it or still on the workbench after assembly.. i wonder how many folks have rebuilt something and found a small bit and thought it not important..

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Right?! This little thing is 6x6 millimetres! It could easily be misstaken for an off-cut or something if found on the garage floor. I bet lots of people have found themselves missing important parts like this one when reassembling.

[@garyyorke1080]

@@HeavyMetalParkingSpot lol it's one of those 10mm socket phenomenon.. you knew it was there but where did it go .. I had a similar issue about a month ago rebuilding a set of carbs on a kwak zzr1100 . 1 moment the float pin was in my hand a slight fumble and into the enth dimension it went ... 2 weeks to wait for new one .. bugger lol

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

@@garyyorke1080 Haha, exactly like that! That is so frustrating! Isn't that always the case with these small parts? When you need them, nobody has them in stock and you have to wait forever to get them.

[@garyyorke1080]

@@HeavyMetalParkingSpot just came across the Dan gurney alligator bikes have a Google and a laugh .. a possible project

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

@@garyyorke1080 Haha, yeah, that bike looks...hm...special! 😂 I will add it, to the bottom, of my possible projects list. 😉

[@michaelelse9328]

Oh yes, the Savage is treacherous..... I can't emphasize it enough: You are the best🫅my friend! 🙏🏻☮️

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Thank you my friend! Just trying to help my fellow Savage riders out! ✌️🤘

[@z1berzerker]

Bad design for sure 😕🙃😶

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Unfortunately I have to agree. Can’t believe these bikes have been around for so long and this hasn’t been fixed.

[@ronwhite8503]

One bike that is so ugly that the tiny little part destroying the engines is a hero.

[@HeavyMetalParkingSpot]

Watching videos of ugly bikes on KZbin seem like an awful waste of time. There are tons of videos on here of different bikes, I'm sure you will be able to find one featuring a bike you think is beautiful. If you do, make sure to leave a comment letting them know you liked their bike, and make sure to forward the video to me, because I love watching beautiful bikes. Have a nice day! ✌️