valve

I need to adjust the valves on my new-to-me Vmax. Does anyone have a loaner kit with assorted sims and specialty tools they rent out? I'd happily pay a deposit and such. The local dealer charges about $425 which don't sounds too bad for a service that is once every few years. But I'd still...

Hey guys, I recently developed a small oil leak on my front valve cover on my 2007 VMAX. This perplexed me because I never removed the valve cover and the bike only has 14000 miles. With further investigation under magnification I can see both of my valve cover gaskets are dry rotted! I am...

I have had the dealer check my valve clearance but I forget how many miles ago since it was in 87. I dont have over 25K on her though. Im thinking about doing it again because I dont trust anyone, but wondering if its worth it. How does the clearance get smaller?:ummm:

How hard is it to r&r the valve covers, I hate that magnesium look they have, and it's a rainy day here so I thought i make take em off and paint them black. In my best Mick Jagger voice, I see a valve cov ver and want to paint it blaaa ack.

I was wondering if anyone had the smaller cutting heads for the exhaust valve. I have one that will fit for the intake but the exhaust is so small that none of my cuttters will get close. I know that machinest can do it but I cut seats on Harley heads all the time and I know how to do it and I...

I need to replace my valve cover Gaskets. Any Idea on what shop time should be if I have it done at the shop? A local mechanic told me he could do it in about 3 hours. If that is accurate it may take me 6? Any thoughts advice or input?

Hi everyone, and thanks for the help... I just got back from Iraq, and have a 2001 vmax... It has 19k on it and starts fine, my brother has been useing it and I noticed a ticking sound on the right side of motor sounds like a valve, but louder... The sound is their when clutch is pulled in. The...

Attached is a Microsoft Excel 2003 spreadsheet that can be used as an aid in selecting replacement valve shims. This should work for 1985 through 2005 models, I did not see any variances in the sizing charts in the service manuals. 1st sheet in file is in Metric format. 2nd sheet in file is...

Can anyone recommend a good choice for a valve spring compressor? I checked all of the local auto parts stores, and none of the choices look like they would fit the recessed spring design.

hey guys, me again... question is do i use any rtv on valve cover gaskets? book says use grease or what not to hold gasket in place but was looking on aftermarket advise? i have them on hand tight waiting to pick up a torque wrench tommorow. alos: any tips on torquing these down? dont think i...

Anyone have or have seen the valve cover caps that light up while the rim rotates? I think ALL HD guys hould invest in a set so we have a light show at night to ooh and awww over.

I am looking for a set of stock valve springs from a 1st gen. If you have a set for sale please PM me. Gary

in the manual it shows the california models use a 130 throttle valve (brass butterfly) and the other states use a 125.....whats the difference? what difference would swapping from one to the other have?

I am going to attempt to check my valve clearance this weekend. Just curious what I need to remove in order to have room to do the procedure. The Yamaha manual says all you need to remove is the faux tank, left and right scoops, electrical board on the left side, radiator bolts, rear air baffle...

Hey Guys I posted here about a problem I was having at idle http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=9801 Well found the throttle plate too far open and there was not enough manifold vacuum to pull fuel. Vacuum was 1/2-1/3 of all the cylinders. Well that is all better now. Got the carbs all...

So my max seems to have a little oil leak when hot - it's dripping from the rear headers, just behind the #1 cylinder. Kyle and I thought it's the valve seals. I found these on fleaBay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300354548246&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT...

Can I just run to the hardware store to pick up a bolt to use temporarily? I ordered the new valve but it may take 6-8 weeks. It looks like the valve drain is 25/64 but am unsure of the thread pitch. Is this a common bolt size?

Anyone know? I can't seem to find the info anywhere...

Just came across these, I ordered the silver ones to go with the Machined Silver Carrs I have coming in a few weeks. I'll let you know how they work out, but I thought they might be of interest to others here. :eusa_dance: http://www.motorcycleanchor.com/tire_valves/index.htm

Would any one be able to tell me the out side dia. of the valve shim's. I'm looking at doing the valves here in a day or so , and a local place has a bunch of shim's i can use if i want. but they are varying in sizes and shapes..... And what "special" tool do i need to adjust them other than a...