Common Maintenance and Repairs: Engine
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Checking Valve Clearance
Tools needed
8mm T-handle or socket
10mm T-handle or socket
Feeler Gauge
Parts Needed
Valve Shim Kit
Step 1: Remove the Valve Cover
Using your 10mm socket, remove the three bolts
holding the valve cover in place as shown in picture
1.5. Then remove the Valve cover.
Picture 1.5 (Motorcycle.com)