Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650 - Crankshaft journal damage

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Here is an example of a well damaged crankshaft thanks to the installation of a grossly incorrect bearing:

All images taken by Leo van Staden and they are used with permission. For more information about what was discovered in his engine teardown, check out his thread on cx500forum.com here.

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