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Great video. Couldn't have done the the job without it. So many useful tips along the way. It was a poor design choice by Yamaha to make it so tight to get the valve cover off/on. There was no way I could get the valve cover with the new gasket attached through that tight gap. I had to snip the center portions pf the gasket away from the perimeter gasket, then stick the perimeter gasket down with dobs of RTV (outside edge only) then I had to shave a few millimeters from the underside of the Aluminum T-Bracket mount. Even then it was still a tight squeeze to get the valve cover over the timing chain. Then very carefully and methodically lower the valve cover down onto the gasket. Double & triple checking that everything was in place before bolting it down. What a pain.
Thanks for the video. I just completed the valve clearance check on a Gen 1 FJR. Even though the bikes have differences, there was enough similarity to get the job done. Everything was in spec. I had the bike apart to swap out the cam chain tensioner anyway, so I went ahead and checked the valves while the tank and fairing was off.👍
Bryan, you are absolutely hilariously entertaining, no matter what you choose to talk about. Didn't quite get you originally, but now I think you are the best!
Outstanding video! Thank you for your detailed step by step explanations. Now I can check the valve clearance on my 95 Triumph Thunderbird with confidence! Keep up the great work!
Another excellent video. What I do to get a rubber hose to slide on a pipe easier is to spray it with Brake-Kleen. You have to move quickly before the alcohol evaporates. You will be pleasantly surprised as to how easy it slips in, together. Best part, no residue in the coolant system.
I totally agree with your viewpoint of doing these inspections in a very timely manner. My Seca 750 (1983) needed a new shim job aftwr pretty much every race I did as I pushed the rpm way way past the top rpm indicated which is dangerously past redline. So after a day of racing it sounded like a diesel. But the dealer knew me well and gave me an unbelievable deal on shim jobs. But that cycle was unreal basic and simple to work on. I sure wish I still had that cycle...
Another great video! All of your FJR videos have been so helpful. I tackled this on my ‘14 about a month ago. Like you, I eventually figured out to remove the throttle cable mount and turn the wheel to free the cover. Only thing I would add is, upon putting the cover back in place, is to really inspect the half moon placement on the gasket and the small bit of gasket between them. I ended up with a small leak from a poorly seated gasket between the right two half moons. Easy fix but required going back in and loosening the cover.
Like many other FJR1300 owners in the world, I love your videos. Not only are the picture and sound perfect, but the solutions you come up with to get the job done are fantastic. Thanks for everything Brian. My question is: Do you have any Cam Chain Tensioner replacement material? With great respect. Leif - DK
Thank you! I did my 2013 FJR with the help of this video. Is anyone else having a problem with oil leaking from the oil pump cover? I used a new gasket.
Great video. My gen 3 (2014) has 32k and I was told previous owner did not have valve clearances checked at 26k. I likely will outsource this come spring but great to know the steps involved. Will likely change plugs and flush coolant as well.
I'm looking to buy this bike here in the UK. Mate of mine told me about this procedure. Was going to pay a garage but I think I'll try it myself. Thanks for the vid.
Awesome video - and more proof that Yamaha's maintenance schedules are ridiculously conservative - I agree that a well-maintained GenIII FJR can probably go well over 100K miles before the valves really need adjusting.
Great vid. I run a vtr1000. I've had it 23 years and 60,000 miles. The valves are still in spec. Not like years ago when a few thousand miles was enough to ruin the measurements
It's great you provide this video for FJR owners. I thank you sir! I'm still afraid to do it myself as what if I need an adjustment? Heres to hoping you plan do red line that fantastic bike for a year and it needs an adjustment so that I can watch before I attempt mine lol. Again, thanks for the video sir.
Hey I'm working on this on my gen2 right now, fuel tank wise, I hooked the front of the tank to a ratchet strap attached to a garage rafter.. holding the tank up for me easy peasy. It's a full tank because I hate myself 🤣
Great video, very clear. I am not an expert on this matter but I always understood that the rubber connection between the middle piece and the side of the valve cover gasket ( 30.06 ) has to be cut away after placing the gasket. Now it wil be caught by the distribution chain, break and there is a good chance pieces will end up in the engine.
Great video and another one for my playlist for the FJR. Looks do-able but I'd have to do a risk assessment first. Knowing me and my luck I'd probably drop the feelers down into the engine or something I haven't thought of yet :)
A great video which will help me with my Gen 3 in a few months time. Just one question: why do you suggest 12 - 15 ft-lbs for the spark plugs when the Yamaha service manual (mine at least) says 9.4 ft-lbs? Thanks Richard
Very good video. While you were that far, even if your valve clearance was fine, it would be good to show how to adjust clearance in case of out of spec. Thanks
I'm coming from a BMW R1200GS, and I gotta say this looks like a serious PITA. It's like a 20-30 minute job to inspect AND adjust on the R1200. At least the intervals are longer on the Yamaha....
Very, very helpful. Even with my Gen ll it wasn't hard to figure out the workarounds (although the throttle cables were interesting). One quick question. It appears that the last times the valve clearance was checked (by a Yamaha dealer at 26,000 miles) there was no sealant used on the gasket. Both surfaces are perfectly clean and there doesn't appear to be any leakage. Is it absolutely necessary to use sealant with a new gasket? It sure seems like it would make the job easier next time not to have to clean the surfaces.
Nice Video as usual;, first time watching all the way through. You didn't say (if so I missed it) how many miles were actually on your bike when you did this valve clearance check? Were you at the 26,600 ? Also, was this your first spark plug change at this mileage?
I know this is a few years later and that you may not even have the FJR any longer but can you tell me a site where I can learn to adjust the valves on the FJR1300 if they are out specs.
Love the channel. I'm stuck on my Gen 2. I'm wondering if I need to remove the throttle cables to remove the valve cover. If so, how's that done? Did you remove your to to valves on your Gen 2? Do you recall? Can't find it written up anywhere. Thanks.
"In spec is in spec". AMEN...specs are a go or no go kinda thing. Many people on the forums say that their intake valves were close to the lower end of the spec range so they re-shimmed them to be on the safe side. Waste of time and money IMO.
Hi, doing this right now on my '13. The service manual calls for "YamalubeNo.1215" on the cylinder head mating surface. I note you do not put anything on that surface in this video, just the ATV product to hold the gasket in place for replacement. Just to clarify, do you get a good seal with no gasket product on the cylinder head mating surface? Thanks in advance.
Hi. I have am JFJR 1300 Gen 1 and my oil chain snapped on it. Its the small chain which sits around or behind the clutch area. This is quite a unique fault as not many people have experienced this. Was wondering if you could do a video on how to replace the chain. Or is this a job for the experts? Your vids are amazing. I've learnt so much amd do so much by myself.
Manual - „Tighten the camshaft cap bolts in stages and in a crisscross pattern, working from the inner caps out.” Can You tell which bolt is first, second and etc. and Cylinder head cover bolts too.
Hola que tal amigo soy de México y tengo la fjr 2005 podrías orientarme dónde podría conseguir el manual de taller de mi modelo o mandarme alguna liga donde pueda descargarlo
That was a great video. Thanks for posting it. Does that CYA for warranty by you doing it? I have always wondered how different companies deal with that.
Hi TWO, I got a Gen II (2008 year) on 81K miles now still rides like new, do most things myself, but VCC/VCA are too scary. But in your expert opinion, what do you think I top mileages are on these things. Over 100 (100-110) or Well over the ton, if well maintained. BTW cracking vid as ever.
Wow. I was thought of thinking the same thing, re bulletproof. But here in the UK it seems anything with more than 6 miles (*he exaggerates a litlle) and you have folks sucking thru their teeth, "ooo shes ready for the breakers" or "errrr would touch that its got 22 k on it". Anywhooos thanks for the amazingly quick reply.
Just did my Gen 1 at 109,000. I bought the bike last year and was told it had never been done. Had 3 out of spec. There is at least 1 full video on one an FJR Forum. There is also a tech document with step-by-step instructions and pictures that was most helpful. Review everything you can find. Google it and it should come up. The Haynes manual is more helpful than the Yamaha manual. The procedure is similar to what Bryan did here, but a little different set up under the tank. If you are replacing shims, more than 4 hours. Much more. And be very careful about the cam shaft and timing chain. The chain can very easily jump the sprocket. It’s really tight to get the valve cover off and on, but raising it and rotating it before moving it out of the cavity is key. Also move your throttle cables out of the way or you won’t get the cover off. I’d recommend the coolant flush, new spark plugs, and throttle body synch while your there. Takes nothing to get them done while in there. Good luck.
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Thanks a bunch, Gordon. My Gen II has 67k miles on it. I am going to do as you suggest and do the coolant flush, plugs, and throttle body synch all in one swell foop.
Hello I'm from Cd Juárez Chihuahua Mexico And I have a fjr1300 2004 I just change the battery and my bike is having troubles every time I turn it on If you can help me I'll appreciate Thanks in advance
So how many miles on your FZ-09?? Are you going to check the valves on it early? You know about the exhaust valves clearance going to zero well before 26k miles right? Just a heads up.
