How do you adjust the valve clearance on a Yamaha V Star?
To Adjust Valve Clearance 1) Loosen the Tappet locknut 2) Insert a thickness gauge between the bottom of the adjusting screw and the Valve tip. The thickness gauge should slide tightly.
How can I adjust the clearance on a virago valve?
Looking at each valve you can see a nut and allen socket head set screw (4mm). Using a 12mm wrench, loosen the nut (aka polylock) enough to allow the allen set screw to rotate at least a half a turn. Turn the set screw in or out to adjust the clearance to shop manual specs. Lock the 12mm jam nut tight and check the clearance again.
Why do exhaust valves have the most clearance?
Exhaust valves have the most clearance because they get the hottest. Look for the exhaust pipe coming out of the cylinder head and that’s the exhaust valve above it. Now, take the largest (.010) feeler and try to slip it between the valve and the rocker arm. Do not force it in.
What’s the SAE on a Yamaha V Star?
INTAKE VALVE: 0.07 to 0.12 M.M. SAE: 0.003 to 0.005 ( Inside the V ) EXHAUST VALVE: 0.12 to 0.17 M.M. SAE: 0.005 to 0.007 ( Outside the V) 6) If the Valve clearance is incorrect, adjust the valve(s). To Adjust Valve Clearance 1) Loosen the Tappet locknut 2) Insert a thickness gauge between the bottom of the adjusting screw and the Valve tip.
When did the Yamaha V Star 1300 come out?
The Yamaha V Star 1300 was made between 2007 and 2017. It didn’t change fundamentally in this time, but Yamaha did make some styling updates, including releasing a “Deluxe” and a Tourer”. The V Star 1300 motorcycles all have a 1,304 cc liquid-cooled SOHC 4-valve-per-cylinder fuel-injected 60 degree V-twin power plant.
How do you reinstall pop fasteners on a V Star?
To reinstall the pop fasteners, you must push the post back up through the body of the fastener until it extends far enough up from the fastener top to allow the body to compress. Insert the fastener into the hole and depress the post to where it is flush with the fastener body.
To Adjust Valve Clearance 1) Loosen the Tappet locknut 2) Insert a thickness gauge between the bottom of the adjusting screw and the Valve tip. The thickness gauge should slide tightly.
The Yamaha V Star 1300 was made between 2007 and 2017. It didn’t change fundamentally in this time, but Yamaha did make some styling updates, including releasing a “Deluxe” and a Tourer”. The V Star 1300 motorcycles all have a 1,304 cc liquid-cooled SOHC 4-valve-per-cylinder fuel-injected 60 degree V-twin power plant.
INTAKE VALVE: 0.07 to 0.12 M.M. SAE: 0.003 to 0.005 ( Inside the V ) EXHAUST VALVE: 0.12 to 0.17 M.M. SAE: 0.005 to 0.007 ( Outside the V) 6) If the Valve clearance is incorrect, adjust the valve(s). To Adjust Valve Clearance 1) Loosen the Tappet locknut 2) Insert a thickness gauge between the bottom of the adjusting screw and the Valve tip.
What do you need to know about a VStar 1300?
REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE. *Product and specifications are subject to change without notice. U5S611E0.book Page 2 Thursday, May 10, 2007 3:00 PM IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10192
How often do you need a valve adjustment on a Yamaha?
Yamaha recommends doing a valve adjustment every 16,000 miles. In my experience, that seems to be a good mileage between valve adjustments, but I’ve done a few first serviceson Road Stars that proved to be in need of a valve adjustment in less than 10,000 miles. Let your conscience (and wallet) be your guide.
Why does a Yamaha Roadliner need a valve adjustment?
Yamaha Roadliner/Stratoliner Valve Adjustment & Throttle Body Synchronization By Ken “the Mucker” Sexton 2/2009 The first thing many people ask me, with regard to doing a valve adjustment on a Yamaha Roadliner/Stratoliner (or a Road Star!) is… “It’s got hydraulic lifters. So why does it need to have a valve adjustment?”
How to adjust the valve clearance on a Yamaha YZ250F?
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Do you need a valve adjustment on a Yamaha Grizzly?
I spoke with my dealer about a valve adjustment on my 08 700 when I bring it in for the 10-15hr fluid change and he claims that no valve adjustment is necessary on the 08 700. What are your thoughts? Owning a 660 I’d have to say, “****… that’s pretty slick!” Did they go to a hydraulic setup or what?
Yamaha recommends doing a valve adjustment every 16,000 miles. In my experience, that seems to be a good mileage between valve adjustments, but I’ve done a few first serviceson Road Stars that proved to be in need of a valve adjustment in less than 10,000 miles. Let your conscience (and wallet) be your guide.
I spoke with my dealer about a valve adjustment on my 08 700 when I bring it in for the 10-15hr fluid change and he claims that no valve adjustment is necessary on the 08 700. What are your thoughts? Owning a 660 I’d have to say, “****… that’s pretty slick!” Did they go to a hydraulic setup or what?