Valve Clearance Adjustment Kavasaki Versys 1000

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  • @zyghom
    @zyghom 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    8:51 are you sure it is 360 not 180? ;-)

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well, I see and understand why it may be unclear and confusing, the camshafts need to be turned 180 degrees and that means turning the crankshaft 360 degrees so that the marks on the gear (gear with teeth on the crankshaft) and the housing match.
      I'll pin this comment to make everything clear.

  • @lovelessissimo
    @lovelessissimo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My local motorcycle shop will love this video. It convinced me to never do this job myself, lol.

  • @vitocibelli942
    @vitocibelli942 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations Andy, I notice that you have great preparation also on a mechanical level. You really set the bar high in this video.
    It is a job that should absolutely be done at a specialized workshop which I highly recommend to those who don't have all this great manual skill and technical preparation.
    You're great Andy, really well done.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@vitocibelli942 thanks and yes, I do not recommend to do that if anyone don't have any skills, it is difficult job and it is very easy to make mistake. If you not sure about that just leave it to the specialized workshop, otherwise, saving money may turn out to be a big expense. Take care🙂

  • @dkindig
    @dkindig 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I used to have a Jaguar shop and I used muffin tins labeled with a permanent marker for this job, one for intake and one for exhaust (24 valves total). It's a great easy way to keep your lifters and shims organized properly.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      great tip man, thanks.👍

  • @jeanpaultown5065
    @jeanpaultown5065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I picked up a 2015 Versys 1000 in November of 2021. Just want to thank you for your excellent videos. JP of Gatineau QC

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your very welcome, enjoy your Versys. 🙂

  • @SeanD2937
    @SeanD2937 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I hate doing this to my bikes. I still do it anyways because I don't trust the technicians working on my bikes. Great video!

  • @garyspracticalworkshop357
    @garyspracticalworkshop357 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice work, it is not easy access to get the cams and buckets, I have a versys myself , seems more time get to the cams and buckets thatn the shim change actually takes, compared to my Z1A 900, which is a walk in the park .
    I have to say very well planed as well . Very high standard of workman ship . Good and helpfull video
    Cheers Gary "Gary's Practical Workshop" look forward to seeing more.

  • @bo2la4ever
    @bo2la4ever ปีที่แล้ว

    You are one of the best mechanics ive seen in my life, great work mate, you are an artist with oustanding skills

  • @Mr53T
    @Mr53T ปีที่แล้ว

    Well, I thought that was a great video and easy to follow!

  • @BlazoOfficial
    @BlazoOfficial ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video! I will be doing this next month. Thanks once again for sharing! 😃

  • @gasman6163
    @gasman6163 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    scary - great video

  • @patrickdavis7815
    @patrickdavis7815 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    why the hell don't they engineer hydraulic valves.....this is crazy....but a wonderful youtube and great job....

    • @Mech.E
      @Mech.E 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Because of valve float at higher engine speeds. But sure would be nice if valve adjustments would become needless.

  • @tonyatkin7875
    @tonyatkin7875 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Andy, you make it look easy.

    • @graptemys4186
      @graptemys4186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not such a big job - only took 27 minutes.
      Seriously though, how long did it take, and how frequently should it be done?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      In total, it took me 3 days due to the fact that I had to order parts. I think about 8 to 10 hours for the labor alone, doing it without rushing. according to the instructions, it should be set / checked every 40,000 km, but my valves started to make sounds after 29,000 km

  • @thirstyrider
    @thirstyrider 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like super tedious job. Awesome job, bro. #respect

  • @martyshep99
    @martyshep99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome tutorial Andy

  • @ryds1000
    @ryds1000 ปีที่แล้ว

    The most informative video i have ever seen on youtube well done .How long does the work take.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, if you will have all the parts ready to install and without rushing 8-10 hours including a coffee break 🙂

    • @ryds1000
      @ryds1000 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. how many km /miles between check
      ?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ryds1000 according to the instructions, every 40,000 km, but mine was very noisy, so I did it after 27,000 km

    • @ВладМедников-у3ж
      @ВладМедников-у3ж 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      У меня тоже Kawasaki z1000 пробег 44 в мануале в 42.000 проверка зазоро , завёлся зимой отлично тянет замечательно, покупал восемнадцатого года ездил только я, зимой тоже буду делать, Надеюсь врядли что-то случится, в любом случае должен был быть какой-то признак, обороты бы плавали, или тянул бы как-нибудь не так. Видео вообще классное

  • @Momo-Sparco
    @Momo-Sparco 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pro job done Andy 👌👍

  • @PAUL-yv2kk
    @PAUL-yv2kk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Top drawer Andy, cheers....Great favour you do all us versys owners and much appreciated 👍. Intrigued to know if all the maths and new shims gave the expected in-range results? Also, ace magnetic tool you have there...any tips on where to pick one up ? Looking forward to seeing the finished Honda too 👍

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, the math has worked well, all valve gaps are within the norms. In my opinion, after the adjustment, the engine runs quieter and smoother, I bought a magnetic pick up tool online www.hbm-machines.com/producten/acties/hbm-2250gr-telescopische-pick-up-magneet

    • @PAUL-yv2kk
      @PAUL-yv2kk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy Cheers Andy, must admit, the clearance service is one I'm dreading. Great that it worked out well for you.

  • @martinst-pierre8074
    @martinst-pierre8074 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi andy! great job youe doin! appreciated it! i was wondering any recommendation as for shims brand and where did you bought it? keep up the awesome work and thank you for this step by step video!!

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว

      They have to be right size, I did buy them by the kawasaki dealer

  • @Groundshaker85
    @Groundshaker85 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Andy, absolutely brilliant video. I just bought a Versys 1000 2017 knowing I have some great guidance to work in it. I need to ask, what is the O.D. of the valve shims on this bike? I keep getting inconsistent results from 7.48 to 8.85.

  • @paolopeval7520
    @paolopeval7520 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, congratulations for the video, you are very good with the mechanics 👍 I really like your black tubular engine guard, where did you buy it? what brand is it? Thanks for the info.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, if you ask about crash bars they are from SW-Motech sw-motech.com/en/products/protection/crash+bar/4052572032121.htm

    • @paolopeval7520
      @paolopeval7520 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MotoAndy Thanks🙂

  • @gcbonfiglio
    @gcbonfiglio ปีที่แล้ว

    Very detailed video, thank you! Do you know if it´s the same for H2 SX SE?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm not sure and I don't want to mislead you, so I'll just say I don't know.

  • @shivnilaksh
    @shivnilaksh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great 👍 , when & how to know it’s time for clearance check?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      40,000 km or noisy valves.

  • @jankk6409
    @jankk6409 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Andy, bedankt voor de duidelijke video, knap werk. Heb jij buiten de afdichtingen rond de bougies en de slims, nog andere pakkingen, of onderdelen moeten bestellen?
    Groet Jan.

  • @ridemfast7625
    @ridemfast7625 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video! The "shims" are replaced, rather than actually adjusting something? I was seriously considering this bike. Perhaps not as much now.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks. most modern bikes have this valve system, manual valves are a thing of the past, besides, these valves are checked and shims possibly replaced if needed every 40,000 km. This is a very nice bike to ride so don't give up so quickly.

    • @ridemfast7625
      @ridemfast7625 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy Given the higher rpms, it makes sense. Have been riding cruisers and baggers for many years with hydraulic lifters.

  • @NachoEnamoto
    @NachoEnamoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vídeo fabuloso!!, enhorabuena!!!. Unas preguntas, como consigues que no se manche el catalizador con aceite o grasa de la cadena?. Has probado la cadena Regina, la que no necesita aceite ni grasa?. Muchas gracias y saludos cordiales desde España 👍✌️

  • @gbinman
    @gbinman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow, I remember valve adjustments, years ago on my 71 Honda CB750 as a pain. In comparison it was nothing. In bikes since, well I went with HD which have hydraulic lifters. That head is really buried.

    • @dkindig
      @dkindig 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I had a Jag shop for a while, these are pretty decent compared to a Jaguar. Same valvetrain setup, cams have to come out to get to everything, except there are also head bolts through some of the cam bearing caps so you have to pull the caps one at a time, put the head bolt back in with a spacer, torque it back down, then move to the next cap. THEN you would have the camshaft out of the way and could start pulling lifters and shims.

  • @dharveenshq
    @dharveenshq ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Andy, may I know what is the recommended mileage to perform VC please?😃

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      According to the service manual 42000 km

    • @dharveenshq
      @dharveenshq ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy thank you. Love your vids😃

  • @ianfutube
    @ianfutube 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Andy, many thanks for the video, it was extremely helpful.
    I've just done the clearances on my z1000sx. The bike has 37k and it's the first time they've been done. It was running well but when I checked the clearances there were 7 that were out of spec and 4 that were borderline. I adjusted them and all was looking good until I came to sync the throttle bodies. Once again this has never been done on my bike. The engine appears to run ok (as far as i can tell without reassembly and a test ride) but the gauge on cylinder 4 has excessive flutter, making it impossible to get a good reading. I triple checked the clearances and have also swapped the coil and plug with another cylinder but the issue remains (it's not the gauge). Any ideas what might be causing this?
    I've just ordered a compression tester and will check the readings, I'm expecting number 4 to be low as i think it might be a valve or head gasket issue but would appreciate any advice you may be able to offer?
    Thanks in advance.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The only thing I can tell you is to check, check and check again. There can be no mistakes in this job, if it was better before than after, it means that something went wrong. Check the gaps, settings and timing many times. Before you start removing the head to look for gasket leaks, check everything and rule out the possibility of a mistake. It's hard to give good advice from a distance. Good luck.

    • @ianfutube
      @ianfutube 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MotoAndy @@MotoAndy thanks for the response Andy. I've got the compression tester now and will be checking everything again this weekend. Hopefully something will show up that I've missed, I want to avoid the head removal if at all possible. Might increase the clearance on the intake valves for cylinder 4 slightly so that they are on the larger side of the tolerance.

    • @Mech.E
      @Mech.E 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ianfutube have you figured it out? Would be nice to know for future reference

    • @ianfutube
      @ianfutube 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@Mech.E Hi, Yes, it's all sorted now. Turned out to be a stupid mistake when using the gauges. The ones I bought came with some airflow restrictors but they weren't fitted. For some reason on the early model z1000sx the vacuum feeds on the throttle bodies are small on cylinders 1 through to 3 with cylinder 4 having a much larger diameter. This means that when you connect the gauges there is a lot more flutter on cylinder 4. Basically I had to install the dampers/flow restrictors into each tube leading to each gauge and adjust the damper to get a steady reading.
      This allowed me to balance them successfully and at 37k miles it's now running beautifully. Just done a 1500 mile trip to Scotland and I honestly don't think it's ever run as nicely 👍

  • @JackCarlson860
    @JackCarlson860 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am acquiring a 2015 Versys 1000 with 17k mi (27k km) and expect to have to adjust the valves as the previous owner has no service history and only rode it for around 500 miles. I have two questions for you:
    1. Have/did you sync the throttle bodies after the valve clearance adjustment? I read that doing both greatly improves the performance of the bike.
    2. Was the liquid gasket something you did as insurance against leaks? I have never used liquid gasket and reused old gaskets in the past for valve clearance adjustments however this time around I will definitely be using new gaskets where possible when I button it back up.
    Thanks for the video!

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Jack, congrats with your new bike, have fun with it.
      1.I did the synchronization first, then I set the valves, but if you do both at once, your versys will be happy for sure
      2.the liquid gasket must be applied where I applied it, as recommended in the service manual. In my other motorcycle, I put a similar gasket without liquid sealant and it ran oil right after the first firing in these places. I also recommend using it so that you don't have to disassemble it twice

    • @savagejabbit5929
      @savagejabbit5929 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I thought sync should be done after the valves to match the new Valve settings 😊

  • @martinst-pierre8074
    @martinst-pierre8074 ปีที่แล้ว

    did you sync the throttle body after valve adjustment?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I did 🙂

  • @danielruanovamack7074
    @danielruanovamack7074 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Andy, I have a question. Do you know if the Valve clearence are the same from de Versys 1000 2018 and Versys 2019, I thing the motor is the same. Un saludo from Spain.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it seems to me that everything should be identical, as far as I know, kawasaki did not introduce any changes to the engine design, the only change is the ride by wire throttle, but it's electronics so it doesn't have much to do with the design of the engine itself. I would ask a Kawasaki dealer to be sure.

    • @danielruanovamack7074
      @danielruanovamack7074 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much Andy for your quick answer.

  • @kannermw
    @kannermw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many miles/kms did you have before performing this service? Surprised you had that many valves under minimum limit for clearance.
    Do you frequently hit the rev limiter or run at high rpm > 7K for extended periods? Just purchased a 2022 Versys and wondering what to expect in the future.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I set the valves after about 27,000 km, normally it should be done after 40,000 km, but mine worked quite loudly, so I decided to check. When it comes to my riding style, I rather ride at tourist speeds not exceeding 6,000 rpm, occasionally on winding mountain roads the versys gets under the red line.

    • @kannermw
      @kannermw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy Thanks I just checked owners manual for U.S. and recommendations is 24K km and apparently is about right.
      Surprised you noticed it was noisier as min. clearance is usually the opposite effect and undetectable until the valves are hitting the pistons 😳

    • @Vedran.
      @Vedran. ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kannermw he probably heard a bit loose cam chain (kawasaki camshaft tensioner specific "problem"), tighter than specs valves dont produce noise.

    • @kannermw
      @kannermw ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Vedran. I was verifying interval for checking valves. He had as a recall quite a few under low limit with only 3K km more than recommended inspection interval.
      Then Andy stated he does not rev engine high and to have that many out-of-spec valves even at first inspection is a bit disconcerting.

  • @Glennozrx
    @Glennozrx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So at 9:40 and 15:15 when you are removing and installing the cam tensioner was there a small ball bearing along with the spring and rod? If so where did it go?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is no ball bearing, there is only spring and rod

    • @glennozrxful
      @glennozrxful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy Strangest thing. I removed the cam tension-er and placed it on my work bench. When I came back a little later a small ball bearing was also magically present. The only thing I could figure was the ball bearing may have been inside the tension-er? It seems it fits perfectly inside and that the rod and spring would go in and and work together? I'm really going a little crazy about it. Do you know if there a a schematic breakdown of the Versys 1000 tension-er? When I look at most schematics they don't show the internals of the tension-er only the whole tension-er as a complete part. Awesome video by the way and thanks in advance for your help.

  • @GSXR1300X
    @GSXR1300X 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a service manual? Electronic copy that you could share?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately, I do not have it

  • @samidarwish86
    @samidarwish86 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Total time?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      8 to 10 hours with coffe break

  • @jorgeraide
    @jorgeraide 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful images, great videos, congratulations. I'm from Brazil and I need to ask, what's the name of this tool that has like a hook, or a beak at the end? What do you use to grip or support a loose nut or bolt? Here in Brazil I have not seen this type of tool yet. Thanks

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      it`s the O-ring extractor www.amazon.com/Busy-Corner-Installation-Extraction-Extractor-ringKit/dp/B08R6YHFSQ

  • @sagarthapa3765
    @sagarthapa3765 ปีที่แล้ว

    No need to change the head gasket?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why would you change head gasket? I gues you mean valve cover gasket, no need, just litlle bit silicone as it is shown in the video 21;13

    • @sagarthapa3765
      @sagarthapa3765 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy I saw!
      Is this true for every motorcycle?

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sagarthapa3765 You can check your gasket manually, if there are no damages on it and it is soft you can use it again.

    • @sagarthapa3765
      @sagarthapa3765 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy thanks a ton Andy!

  • @Pebbzor
    @Pebbzor ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow...

  • @DaveWorker
    @DaveWorker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can see why dealers charge so much money to do that job. Its a lot of work just to get to the point where you can check the clearances, let alone adjust them.

  • @rontyros5894
    @rontyros5894 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beste Andy ik zeg dit niet gauw maar je weet waar je mee bezig bent en je doet het erg netjes, dat doe ik je niet na en ik durf het ook niet om zelf te doen.
    Ik heb een vraagje, mijn Versys heeft voor mijn gevoel erg veel last van hoogfrequente trillingen en na een half uur rijden heb ik last van tintelende vingers.
    Ik voel het in me stuur, voeten en zadel en hierdoor is mijn plezier met rijden op de Versys een stuk minder.
    Heeft die van jou dat ook of is die smooth?
    Gr.
    Ron.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hoi Ron. Mijn Versys heeft ook lichte trillingen op het stuur en de voetsteun, vooral bij hogere snelheden, maar ze zijn op geen enkele manier hinderlijk voor mij, ik concludeer dat in jouw geval de trillingen veel groter moeten zijn omdat je ongemak voelt. Misschien moet je motorsynchronisatie doen.

    • @rontyros5894
      @rontyros5894 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy Hoi Andy, bedankt voor je antwoord. Synchroon zetten is al is gedaan en volgens mij hielp dat. De laatste tijd loopt die ook onregelmatig stationair dus het zou inderdaad goed kunnen dat het probleem daar zit. Word tijd dat ik een carbtune en haakse schroevendraaier aanschaf om het zelf te gaan doen want de dealer is me te prijzig om daar elke keer te laten doen.
      Bedankt voor je tip en fijne dag.
      Mvg,
      Ron

  • @LTVoyager
    @LTVoyager ปีที่แล้ว

    It is worth it to have a dealer do this just to not have to listen to this annoying music! 😂

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You know there is mute button right?, or is it too difficult for you as well.....

    • @LTVoyager
      @LTVoyager ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MotoAndy I kept thinking you might have some voice explaining parts of what you were doing, but I guess that was too much to expect. So long, nothing to see here.

    • @MotoAndy
      @MotoAndy  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      goodbye👋