valve clearance on honda xl700 transalp

[johndev]

Does anybody know the specifications for the valve clearances on both cyclinders on the Honda XL700 Transalp ????.

Appreciate that info.

[sadpsych]

From good old Mr Honda's book of filth (ie. workshop manual)

Engine MUST be cold (Below 35 C)

IN: 0.15 +/- 0.02mm (0.006 +/- 0.001 in)
EX: 0.20 +/- 0.02mm (0.008 +/- 0.001 in)

Lock Nut Torque = 10Nm (7 lbs.ft)

Hope that Helps

[StumpyFingers]

From good old Mr Honda's book of filth (ie. workshop manual)

Engine MUST be cold (Below 35 C)

IN: 0.15 +/- 0.02mm (0.006 +/- 0.001 in)
EX: 0.20 +/- 0.02mm (0.008 +/- 0.001 in)

Lock Nut Torque = 10Nm (7 lbs.ft)

Hope that Helps

That is why I did mine in the winter, Can't get much colder.

[johndev]

Thanks sadpsych....

appreciate that help with the valve clearance spec.

What type of book have you got ????.

What do you make of -8 degrees celcius...??

[sadpsych]

I've got the Honda Workshop manual, IMO Better than a Haynes. Costs about £25 From Mr honda. Theres another thread on here that gives the Part Number.

As for the Temp, Should be Cold eough for setting the clearances but how you going toget the alp in the freezer???

[johndev]

Thanks all for info on shop manual...got it from Bridge Honda couple of weeks ago.

BIG QUERIES HERE.....

How exactly do you identify the intake from the exhaust valve ???. Are they placed in certain parts of the cylinder ???. Are the intake valves on the front of the cylinder ??? and the exhaust valves on the back of the cylinder ???.

I also noticed in the book that they use a torque wrench that seems to fit into all sorts of tools like spoke tightener and assuming the 4 mm tappet wrench required for the adjusting screw on the valve.

Is it very important to get these tools or will a spanner and pliers do.

I am seriously wondering how to tighten the lock nuts to the specified torque if a traditional torque wrench (the ratchet head type) doesnt fit in there.

Finally, the fuel needs to be disconnected before the throttle body is removed for the valve clearance to go ahead.......will the HONDA shop readily sell items needed to replace the quick connect system (the plastic retainer) ????.

Appreciate all assistance.

Oh and finally, does anyone know where I can get my hands on all the parts numbers for the components of the Transalp XL 700 V so that I can order them more easily......some person has the product codes for the XL 700 VA9 on this site.

John

[StumpyFingers]

Thanks all for info on shop manual...got it from Bridge Honda couple of weeks ago.

BIG QUERIES HERE.....

How exactly do you identify the intake from the exhaust valve ???. Are they placed in certain parts of the cylinder ???. Are the intake valves on the front of the cylinder ??? and the exhaust valves on the back of the cylinder ???.

When you veiw the head there are to covers one by the exhaust is for the exhaust valve, the one near the throttle bodies is for the inlet.

I also noticed in the book that they use a torque wrench that seems to fit into all sorts of tools like spoke tightener and assuming the 4 mm tappet wrench required for the adjusting screw on the valve.

Is it very important to get these tools or will a spanner and pliers do.

They can be adjusted with pliers and spanner.

I am seriously wondering how to tighten the lock nuts to the specified torque if a traditional torque wrench (the ratchet head type) doesnt fit in there.

They can be done up by hand just nip them up do not apply too much pressure.

Finally, the fuel needs to be disconnected before the throttle body is removed for the valve clearance to go ahead.......will the HONDA shop readily sell items needed to replace the quick connect system (the plastic retainer) ????.

Appreciate all assistance.

Oh and finally, does anyone know where I can get my hands on all the parts numbers for the components of the Transalp XL 700 V so that I can order them more easily......some person has the product codes for the XL 700 VA9 on this site.

John

Some of the fuel pipe parts must be changed every couple of years so the parts can be purchased, if they are in stock.
As for the parts numbers I can not help you.

[deskjetian]

Oh and finally, does anyone know where I can get my hands on all the parts numbers for the components of the Transalp XL 700 V so that I can order them more easily......some person has the product codes for the XL 700 VA9 on this site.

John

Look here.... Honda Transalp 700 Forum - www.Transalp700.org • View topic - Honda XL700VA9 Parts Catalogue

[johndev]

Hey sadpsych !!<

thanks for the information about the inlet and exhaust valve location.....I am a germinating motorcycle enthusiast....need more info on that exact description.

So if I look at the engine from the right side of the bike there are two cylinder heads...I hope.

Okay, are all of the exhaust valves under the cylinder head at the back near the exhaust ???. I assume the four valves are to be checked against the exhaust valve specs ???.

Are the inlet valves under the front cylinder head cover ???.

I assume that there are also four inlet valves under that cover ???. And I assume all four valves under the front cylinder head cover are to be checked against the inlet valves spec ????

Can you explain to me in a little more detail since I dont know exactly ???

I will appreciate your help there.

John

[StumpyFingers]

If you look at the top of the engine you will see two heads, one for the front cylinder and one for the back each has two exhaust and two inlets.