I have a 2000 GP1200r and I need to pull the engine and repair or swap out the lower crankcase HALF - I found a 3/4 x 1-1/4 inch piece blown out in pieces . Many have said the TOP and Bottom Halves of the crankcase are matched and drilled as a pair. My question is CAN YOU PULL OFF THE BOTTOM HALF of Crankcase and reassemble without a cylinder head disassembly and rebuild of all the pistons etc? I have the shop manual but I am looking for a better source of engine pull steps. I have read where the crankcase can be repaired by a skilled welder -- any insight on this would be appreciated also
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance