I have the primary cover off my 69 FLH and I am looking to replace the Bendix. My question is, Can I remove the pinion shaft assembly out without removing the starter or starter housing? The arm that engages the bendix seems to be holding the assembly in. Id like not to have to tear my crap off then I really have too. Clymers shows this procedure involving the starter and housing being removed. Anyone?

 

I am not a fan of the aftermarket repair manuals though some may be very good.
I recommend getting a factory shop manual. They ain't cheap, but they are worth every penny.
Also, don't fiddle around in that primary until you have disconnected your battery cable for the starter. If you move that bendix assy. too far it may close the contacts in the solenoid for the starter motor with very unpleasant results for you.
That said, yeah, you should be able to get the shaft out of there without removing the starter, just be careful you don't bend the yoke on the linkage for the solenoid.
If it's just too big a hassle taking it out, removing the starter will make it a piece of cake to pull the shaft.

 

Yes you can, first disconnect batt like Mega says. You have to remove the retainer pin and ring from the Solenoid shaft at the yolk. Remove the Solenoid, then you can wiggle the Drive assy out. Pinion Shaft has LEFT HAND THREADS! Remove nut to get bendix off.

 

I got it out finally with some help from a friend. But I had to take the clutch basket and drive apart to get it out. What a pain! But now im in the home stretch and putting it back together.