Kohler XT650 [53/56] Reassembly

Reassembly

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Loosely attach speed control bracket to crankcase

using shorter screws. Long screw will be used later for

attaching air cleaner body.

Install Governor Spring

Install governor spring between governor lever and

speed control bracket.

Carburetor Components

A Carburetor Stud(s) B

Gasket and Spacer

Kit

Gasket and Heat

Shield Kit

D Linkage

E Carburetor

Install Carburetor Gaskets

Place spacer gasket, cylinder head spacer and heat

deector gasket on carburetor studs in order shown.

Install Carburetor and Linkage

NOTE: There are several different ways to attach

carburetor linkage depending on carburetor and

speed bracket used.

Install Carburetor with Primer (if equipped)

1. With carburetor not yet mounted on studs, rotate it

slightly to allow connection of throttle linkage and

linkage spring to throttle lever.

2. Slide carburetor onto mounting studs.

Install Carburetor with Choke

1. With carburetor not yet mounted on studs, rotate it

slightly and slot elbow, at end of linkage, into choke

lever.

2. Connect throttle linkage and linkage spring to throttle

lever on carburetor.

3. Slide carburetor onto mounting studs.

Auto Choke Components

A Nut(s) B Arm Assembly

C Linkage D Choke Linkage

E Throttle Linkage F Linkage Spring

G Wire Choke Linkage H Choke Link