VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
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INSP
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ENGINE
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
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Valve clearance must be adjusted when the
engine is at ambient temperature.
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Adjust valve clearance with the piston under
compression at top dead centre (T.D.C.).
WARNING
Hold the motorcycle firmly in place to prevent
it falling over during the operation.
1. Remove:
•
Seat
•
Fuel tank
See the section “ SEAT, FUEL TANK AND
REAR COWLING”.
2. Disconnect:
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Spark plug cap (1)
3. Remove:
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Spark plug
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Tappet cover (2) (intake)
•
Tappet covers (3) (exhaust)
When removing the spark plug and tappet
cover, be careful not to drop foreign objects
inside the engine.
4. Remove:
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Cap (1)
•
Cap (2)
CAUTION:
5. Turn the crankshaft anticlockwise using a
wrench.
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