needs to be removed in order to remove the side cover...I don't know why you did that or what you expected to find in there besides what's there. You could have looked at a diagram instead. Now you need a new gasket...
(would stick on the bolted crankshaft gear otherwise)
Or.. just curiosity
hehe, you're almost there.I can affard a gasket. No need to worry.
a new crankcase assembly 11400-z1d-600:
http://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/p/honda_engines/11400-z1d-600/cover-assy-crankcase
and a new crank shaft 13310-zh9-811:
http://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/p/honda_engines/13310-zh9-811/crankshaft
maybe gaskets (as you feel ned to be replaced) and you'll be set.
You can use the numbers to trace down some aftermarket parts or used parts on ebay etc and maybe able to save some money.
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