This is Part 3 of the step-by-step Kickstarter maintenance for your 1997-2001 Honda CR250 Dirt Bike.
You can find Part 1: Removal and Part 2: Inspection.
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1997-2001 Honda CR250 Kickstarter Installation
- Step 24: Install the idle gear with the smooth side out. Install the Kickstarter bushing with the shoulder inside the idle gear.
- Step 25: Install the Kickstarter assembly. Make sure the armrest of the ratchet stopper rests behind it.
- Step 26: Install the return spring into the crankshaft.
- Step 27: Install a new crankcase cover gasket.
- Step 28: Install the crankcase cover. Rotate the water pump fins to align the water pump gear teeth with the primary gear teeth.
- Step 29: Install the water pump with a new gasket.
- Step 30: Bolt down the crankcase cover.
- Step 31: Install the clutch cover.
- Step 32: Install the kickstarter lever.
- Step 33: Torque the kickstarter bolt.
- 1997-2000: 20 ft.lb
- 2001: 28 ft.lb
- Step 34: Reconnect the coolant line.













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