2005-2011 Honda Recon TRX250TE/TM service manual, Page 196Get this manual
ALTERNATORSTARTER CLUTCH STARTER CLUTCH INSPECTION DISASSEMBLY Check the operation of the one-way clutch by turning the driven gear
You should be able to turn the driven gear counterclockwise smoothly, but the gear should not turn clockwise
Inspect the starter driven gear teeth for damage or abnormal wearCheck the needle bearing for damage