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At about 640 miles I pulled the cylinder head cover and measured the valve clearance. This is possible and can be done but I thought it was difficult getting an accurate reading on the intake valves so I removed the fuel tank and tank shrouds for a good view and access. All 4 of my clearances were .007" - OK for intake but too tight for the exhaust. I measured again and calculated the shims I needed and ordered them and a couple of other parts. Installing the new shims was straightforward. I was very careful and used plenty of assembly lube. The clearances checked out just right after assembly and several turns of the engine.
I can't really notice any difference although with tight exhaust valves you might expect hard-starting but it is a new battery (and bike).
My wife was holding a light for me during clearance measuring and at my surprise they were all the same, she asked how could that happen? I told her somebody didn't tell the assembler the ones on the left are different than the ones on the right ...
I can't really notice any difference although with tight exhaust valves you might expect hard-starting but it is a new battery (and bike).
My wife was holding a light for me during clearance measuring and at my surprise they were all the same, she asked how could that happen? I told her somebody didn't tell the assembler the ones on the left are different than the ones on the right ...