R65 back to life.... finally!

[tvrla]

Setting the valves is actually easier!

1. Remove both valve covers.

2. With transmission in fifth and timing hole open, rotate rear wheel to OT (top dead center)

3. One cylinder will have both valve loose. That's the one to adjust first.

4. Check rocker play, that's the shaft that pivots between two head studs. If it's more than .001", loosen one of the head studs and clamp the ends together to eliminate the play.

Torque the head stud back down to 25 ft/lbs.


Then again, you didn't want a write-up, but a video. Problem is, by the time the video equipment gets set up, the adjustment is done. It's really too easy.

Is this your first valve adjust ever?

[Session101]

yes first ever, so dunno what tools i need and such and really what im looking at

[montmil]

Got a Haynes or Clymer shop manual nearby, Senor Session? Entire process explained.

[Session101]

popped the new diaphragms in and its so much better! yeah i have a manual in the garage but i think i video would be best, manuals aren't as great as actually seeing someone doing it, plus the tools, i want to make sure i have them all before i open the valve covers up

[montmil]

Feeler gauges and two 13MM wrenches, one being open-end. That's it.

[tvrla]

Are you familiar with doing mechanical work? One of the important skills is having a feel for the proper torque for fasteners. Beginners tend to over tighten fasteners and strip out aluminum threads.

If that's the case, it would be best to find someone in your area to show you how it's done and get a feel for the job. These bikes look simple, and besides, how hard can it be loosening and tightening some bolts and nuts? Ask most of us here how a simple job can turn into a week-long nightmare.  

[Session101]

i have a torque wrench if that's what you're asking and i have wrenched some in my day, just don't want to break something that's running and turn it into a week long project like you said

[montmil]

i have a torque wrench if that's what you're asking and i have wrenched some in my day, just don't want to break something that's running and turn it into a week long project like you said

No torque wrench required for setting valve lash. Only needed if a cylinder head bolt is loosened.