Rear cylinder removal in frame M900 easy or too awkward

[Albie]

Hi guys just asking the question in public although I have been kindly told the rear can be removed in the frame I would imagine its tight.
I really don't have an issue removing the engine from the frame as I would like the frame repainted again not using rattle cans over the powdercoat.and painted by a professional. I don't mind all the work to do the right thing but that could be done after I see whether the bike runs good again after the work.
Its been a tedious few weeks after all the work I did especially the last 9 months thinking all would be good but at the end of the day the duff ring caused me a problem and I was not expecting it.
This time I cannot send the engine away as Alec is purely doing servicing bikes and I am not going to interrupt that so I will have to go it alone this time but hope if anyone can assist me with advice or help it will be rewarded with gratitude or recompense.

I am not quite ready to start it yet as the bike lift has my xt500 in mid flight but not so much it cant come down so I am hoping by June it can be started at least.

Thanks in advance.

[Pedro]

It’s a bit fiddly getting to the rear cylinder but prob no more than a few hours work

[Albie]

Thank you again. Lots of looking to do first then in case. I can see it as a benefit in the first instance.

[Dukedesmo]

I've had the rear cylinder off with engine in the frame, no problem.

I think on the old SS, it's not possible due to the frame but Monster is fine.

[Albie]

I've had the rear cylinder off with engine in the frame, no problem.

I think on the old SS, it's not possible due to the frame but Monster is fine.

Many thanks again. :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Dukedesmo]

Inspiration;

https://www.ducatiforum.co.uk/data/photos/l/9/9233-1525814222-5fc681241edadf32ce1662fe331764cc.jpg

https://www.ducatiforum.co.uk/data/photos/l/9/9234-1525814228-8fef2fe2faa853bd1641a36d832b5423.jpg

As you can see in the second pic, plenty of room. :thumbsup:

[Albie]

Ok your right. I am very pleased to see the space now. Perfect.

[Nasher]

I think on the old SS, it's not possible due to the frame.

Oh yes, it's a little more 'snug' on an SS.

https://s19.postimg.cc/htzry0mj7/PC190005.jpg (https://postimg.cc/image/xs8ho5gr3/)

Nasher