Sierra 200 Valve Adjustment Photos

SpudRider · 10-14-2009, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by DesertRider

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Originally Posted by SpudRider

Page 20 of the Zongshen 200GY-2 User's Manual indicates we should make the first valve clearance check at 1,000 km (621 miles). I must admit, I waited until later; however, I encourage you to check the valve clearance now, at 1,000 miles.

It took me a little time to learn the procedure for my first valve check. However, I can now easily complete the entire process in 30 minutes. The Zongshen 167FML engine is a very tough, reliable, little powerplant. In my experience, the two best things you can do to keep this engine healthy are:
1. Frequently change the engine oil.
2. Check the valve clearances according to the schedule in the 200GY-2 User's Manual.

Spud

I figured now is about time as well, just making sure before I store it for the winter. I have adjusted valves on many different bikes, so this should be a piece of cake as long as I have the spec's, which I do, thanks Spud.

You're welcome.

I'm sure it won't take you very long, DR.

This engine is very easy to maintain. The valve tappet adjustment on the Zong is much easier to do than a bucket and shim adjustment.

Given a little TLC, this bulletproof, little engine will keep running for years.

Spud