I was not concerned about that just adjusting the valves. But when i did the big bore i was. I spent alot of time quadrouple checking the timing when i did the big bore, i know the penalty for getting it wrong. Before i took it all apart i marked the chain and gears, then when putting it back together thought about the chain skipping on the lower gear so i timed it per the manual and it was dead on to my marks. Maybe i got lucky, but it hasnt skipped on me.

 

Maybe I will just order a shim set, my lbs wants $18 a piece or $10 with exchange. A little more than I though.

 

Sounds like robbery. Any other shops nearby who might be more reasonable?

 

Mcnutts, I thought about just buying only the shims I need from a local shop but 3 factors steered me to just buy the kit:
- the $/shim price is much less with the kit
- the kit gives you all the pieces on hand to complete the job in one sitting rather than having to take several sessions to finish up
- the kit provides for future adjustments as needed

 

Hi, it sound weired to you boudys but I wana do the same to my bike but seems am Dom that much for it can you help me I got 09 sf runs almost 7 k do I need to check valve or not.

By the way it's my second time posting in the fourm but I all mods from here and it helps alooot

 

Hi Wave,

Kawasaki recommends the first inspection at 7500mi or 12000 Km. I checked mine at 8000 Km and they were fine. Having said that, many other folks here seem to have found valve adjustments are necessary much earlier. I guess the only way to be sure is to lift the valve cover off & see for yourself...

 

Thanks for the quick post but the question how?? Second thing what i could notes from opening the valve cover or inspect

 

Chances of getting the shim right on the first try is pretty slim. I usually have to try a couple shims to get the clearance right. When i adjsut my valves usually there is no clearance on the intake ones. so i have to guess what the clearance needs to be. So when i get some clearance, usually isnt right the first time, no i can subtract the correct thickness to make it in spec. I think it literally takes me longer to take all the stuff off the bike than it takes me to adjust the valves. So getting back to the point, lol, "buying the ones you need" sounds like a good idea but you make end up buy a bunch. Get the kit.

 

I bit the bullet and ordered a kit. Compared to that, the price the stealership price is outrageous.

Probably didn't have to remove the rads but want to make sure I get a good bond on the gasket. I had a tough time installing it last time I had it off, and had constant leaking at the two half moon parts of the gasket. Spent $40 on a new gasket as well as it would be nice to have a clean motor again. Putting the gasket on the cover and placing it down without it falling off is difficult to say the least.

 

Put the gasket in place with the silicone in the corners of the half moons then place the cover down on it... The side of the gasket that contacts the cover has a part that sticks out and the cover has a groove. Once you get them lined up it pops right in place.