broken crank case breather tube

"broken crank case breather tube"...

The haynes manual does not cover the removal of these little suckers...

It has cracked and I'm going to have to get a new one. This maybe a stupid question, but before I break it any more, can the front breather tube/elbow be removed without removing the rocker cover ?

Yep - but a small screwdriver can help. Very small. Work it in alongside the elbow, get under the elbow, and pry it out.

It's easy enough to do - I'd suggest a slight oiling on the new one before you pop it in - and work slowly. That small screwdriver might also help to get the last little bit in - just work carefully so you don't tear the new boot...

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