Help trying to remove welded push rod

[tonyd278]

Trying to remove the clutch basket so that I can get into the engine to remove a welded push rod but have hit a problem. I cannot remove the small nut attached to the screw and cannot simply pull them out because I think that might be welded. What can I do to remove this? 

[trickedcarbine]

Trying to remove the clutch basket so that I can get into the engine to remove a welded push rod but have hit a problem. I cannot remove the small nut attached to the screw and cannot simply pull them out because I think that might be welded. What can I do to remove this?

Release the clutch cable, work the lever to see if the rod indeed will move. Use a magnetic Ben to try and retrieve it from the bore. If it won't come, you will have to split the cases.

[RagunCajun]

You can also tip the bike over to aid in what trick said. If that doesn't work, split the cases.

 

While in there replace all seals, gaskets etc.

[tonyd278]

Thanks for the tips...I have already removed the engine from the bike...it appears that the ball welded to the screw inside the push rod behind the pressure plate and to the actuator...

[sleeper06]

Parts are pretty cheap, buy new pieces. Try n post pics . Did you try n impact gun to break it free

[salmon_slayer06]

What causes this to happen? Just wondering.

[trickedcarbine]

Holding the clutch in while the bike is in gear and in motion. Especially on deceleration or down hill.

[sleeper06]

Friction welding is some sick shit