What is doohickey for klr650?
Both generations of the Kawasaki KLR 650 have had a serious issue with the counter-balancing chain adjustment mechanism, or as most call it, a “doohickey”. Basically the doohickey tensions the counter-balancing chain and this helps neutralize engine shake and vibration, which makes for a smoother running engine.
When to adjust manual cam chain tensioner when hot?
Most people say to adjust it just until the “rattle” goes away when hot. The problem is, I don’t hear any rattling or wooshing or anything even when the tensioner applying no pressure at all (ie. the screw is totally loose and not touching the chain guide).
How to adjust the chain tension on an I4?
To adjust the manual tension on my bike (an air cooled I4), well the first thing is you can’t adjust it with the valve cover off as there is a guide inside the cover which slightly deflects the chain between the inlet and exhaust camshafts. The way I do it is …… With the rear wheel elevated and in top gear]
Why is there tension on the back of the chain?
Not only just the slack, but maintain a slight tension on the back run of the chain. It has a locking mechanism to prevent it being forced back from that position. As soon as the chain looses any tension the spring should push forward, maintain this tightness and spring tension. And why?
How to adjust chain tension on a Suncoaster?
Suncoaster likes this. To adjust the manual tension on my bike (an air cooled I4), well the first thing is you can’t adjust it with the valve cover off as there is a guide inside the cover which slightly deflects the chain between the inlet and exhaust camshafts. The way I do it is ……
When do you need a timing chain tensioner?
A timing chain tensioner keeps the right amount of tension in the timing chain by using hydraulic pressure or spring tension. Over time, the tensioner can begin to wear and need to be replaced. Signs of a failing timing chain tensioner can include loss of power, vehicle shaking or backfiring, hard starts, or a rough idle.
How do you tighten a manual cam chain tensioner?
At the same time tighten the manual tensioner by light finger pressure only. When it won’t tighten any more, unscrew it a 1/4 turn (its a reasonably course thread on my adjuster, maybe go a little more if yours has a fine thread).
Not only just the slack, but maintain a slight tension on the back run of the chain. It has a locking mechanism to prevent it being forced back from that position. As soon as the chain looses any tension the spring should push forward, maintain this tightness and spring tension. And why?
To adjust the manual tension on my bike (an air cooled I4), well the first thing is you can’t adjust it with the valve cover off as there is a guide inside the cover which slightly deflects the chain between the inlet and exhaust camshafts. The way I do it is …… With the rear wheel elevated and in top gear]