well if you took out then you should be able to put it back in...

usually i agree with the saying that if you have to ask, don't do it yourself.

 

I agree with the first part, not the second. You gotta start somewhere.

Yes, you can do it. I hope you took lots of pics before tearing it down. If not, don't worry, the world isn't over.

Make use of the service manual and us. We'll walk you through any questions you have.

I've never pulled the engine from the SV, but I have serviced the cams. I am in the process of disassembling my Focus' drivetrain to install a new clutch. I'm also now reassembling a Harley engine that I took apart to individual components. If I, a complete noob to engine work a mere three years ago can do it, so can you.

 

From what I've seen on these boards, people who are removing and reassembling engines are methodical about documenting the order of disassemble, documenting/grouping locations of parts and even bolts. Did you label stuff and organize it to where you could easily put stuff back together? If not, you might have a problem. Post in your regional forum and see if you can't get an experienced member to help.

 

piece of cake as long as you have the right tools. no right tools, don't even start, or you will brake everything! and download the suzuki manual, it's a little bit better in assembling an engine than haynes!

 

It's not much harder than taking it out - all the electricals have unique plugs. The hard part would be if you just took all the bolts out and put them in a bucket.

Last time I pulled the engine, every bolt I took out went right back into it's hole when it could. Makes reassembly a breeze.

 

Yep, easy if you labeled everything. It will go a little more slowly if you didn't. Hardest part was getting the exhaust back on with the steel wool thing around the header. Ended up taping it on with masking tape which burned off in 5 min after I was done.

Service manual:
http://forum.svrider.com/showthread.php?t=117399

 

Also what would you guys find to be the hardest part?

Having the patience and taking the time to do it right. If you can handle that, then you'll figure it out.

 

Hey guys, just wondering if the majority of you would say it would be an easy job for an average guy to reinstall the 2002 sv650s motor?

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I read what you wrote the first time and laughed out loud. Putting the thing back in the frame shouldn't be too bad tho