1989 Honda FL400R Pilot Service Manual, Page 80Get this manual

RECOIL STARTERALTERNATORBALANCER Check the recoil starter return spring for damageReplace the spring if it is damaged or broken
Remove the recoil starter pulley nut and pulley
Hold the recoil starter pulley

Recoil pulley holder

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