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Was able see an intake valve pretty clearly while checking my plugs, pitting on it, what do you guys think? Bike starts right up and runs idles good.
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Looks bad. Reminds me of an engine with neglected valve adjustments.Ed
To measure is to know.
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The valve looks like many I've seen since lead was phased out of fuel.
If the motor still has compression within the limits in the manual, I'd keep riding it.Comment
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I wouldn't even check the compression. Bottom line is: "starts, runs, idles good..." so, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it."Originally posted by GregT View Post
Does it pull strong to redline in every gear except top? If so, then just ride it.
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Thanks for the varied responses! Since I'm more of a paint/fabricator than mechanic I will go for the just ride it and if it turns into an unrideable mess then I will open engine up.Comment
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Did you check and adjust valve clearances as needed?Originally posted by DomsKat550 View PostEd
To measure is to know.
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Yes, some were on tighter side, shimmed to make them on wider end of range gap, .08 .09 mmComment
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