Qlink Valve Adjustment

[JTCAndrew]

Has any Qlink Owners done thier own Valve adjustments? This has been on the back of my mind since it's one of the things that needs to be checked after so many miles,,,,,,Can't remember how many right now.

But I have been told it's easy. Well I want to know how easy, and any words of advice? I am going to go buy some feeler guages soon becuase mine grew legs and ran away from my tool box....LMAO :oops:

Any advice - suggestions etc......are greatly appreciated. I do have the service manuals that I will review soon, but there NOT as good as real life experience...... :wink:

Has this been documented on the forum yet? Just wondering becuase I was NOT finding much in my search..... 8O

[FastDoc]

MCM has a good tutorial. 8)

[JTCAndrew]

Thanks Doc - I'll be sure and check it out. Did you do your own?

[FastDoc]

Oui bien sur. 8)

[Zugzug]

Bro its easy peasy Yeah theres a how too on MCM and a discreption in the e-manual that you posted. The dealer did mine for me and were within specs. The motor just gets stronger the more miles I put on it. He told me after the initial wear these motors go on forever before they need an adjustment unless the motor is getting excessive abuse. The main issue with the small motors and valves is the exhaust valve getting to tight. YOu can usually tell when your overdue for adjustment. Hard starts, loss of power, backfiring, and if your WAY over due there will be this tapping sound just before the god-aweful sound that leaves you stranded on the side of the road. But you are probably fine. Decent metals and weak springs dont create much wear. I plan on doing an adjustment at the first signs of needing it or 3000km whichever comes first and will attempt a tutorial at that time.

[Barnone]

Did mine twice. First at 300km needed a little adjustment. Second at 1000m no adjustment needed. Procedure is pretty much the same for all my bikes. The Dong Fang was too tight on the first check.
ChinaV has a good thread on it at
http://www.mychinamoto.com/forums/sh...lve-Adjustment

There is also one here if you want more examples.

This is the easier type feeler gauge to get in the tight spot.
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0394/

[JTCAndrew]

Thanks Vince - I just ordered up The Guage you linked me too....Thanks
I Still only have 130km on it now, but will check them soon....

Thanks for the link to the tutorial.....as well. Have a great weekend.

[dmmcd]

I've done valves on my SV, that is a pain. Same with the CRF. They are shim under buckets, 4 valves per cylinder, two cylinders... As long as they are in spec, it's not too bad, but to change the shims it is a real process.

The Q should be simple. Remove cover, rotate engine to TDC, check clearance. If you need to adjust, it is just a nut that you loosen, adjust the bolt, and tighten the nut.

Andrew, I've already got more than 130 km with two days of commuting to work...

[Barnone]

dmmcd,
Luckily all my bike's valves are adjustable the easy way. I have done the shims in the past but don't need no stinking shims anymore.

[2LZ]

Andrew, I did my XP while I had it apart, waiting for parts, when I first got it. Had the tank and seat off anyway. Figured I may as well, since my three other Hondanoids were SUPER tight when the stork brought them home. Much to my surprise, the Q's were in perfect spec.

Just make sure you get the bent feeler gauges or you'll be struggling. It's a small hole to work in.....and as mentioned, see the MCM tutorial. It's an excellent piece.

[bcboy]

Does anyone have the correct gap specification for both the exhaust and intake ports from a 2007 GIO X31 250cc Off Road Dirt Bike? Thank for your help. :mrgreen:

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by bcboy

Does anyone have the correct gap specification for both the exhaust and intake ports from a 2007 GIO X31 250cc Off Road Dirt Bike? Thank for your help. :mrgreen:

Welcome to these forums, Bcboy; we are very glad you joined us! I hope someone here can answer you question. However, I think you will have a better chance for success if you post your question in a new thread, in the Pure Dirt forum.

Spud

[Weldangrind]

Welcome bcboy! Where in BC are you from?

If you have the pushrod version of the 250, read this thread: http://www.chinariders.net/modules.p...=11856&start=0 It has a link to a valve adjustment tutorial. It's for a 125, but I'd use the same specs.

Like Spud says, a new thread in the Pure Dirt section is a good idea. WE'd love to see pics of your bike!

[charlieg619]

Hi,

The cam chain gave out and made a mess.

I bought the bike from a guy and didn't ask him about the warranty (bought 3weeks ago) He bought it back in 2009 but who knows if it still has it.

It needs new valves, piston, piston rings, cam chain, chain tensioner ect. The numbers are totaling up!

Now the problem is that apparently qlink doesn't sell the valve guide separately so one needs to buy a completely new HEAD! ($410) yeah right!!!

Any suggestions?

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by charlieg619

Hi,

The cam chain gave out and made a mess.

I bought the bike from a guy and didn't ask him about the warranty (bought 3weeks ago) He bought it back in 2009 but who knows if it still has it.

It needs new valves, piston, piston rings, cam chain, chain tensioner ect. The numbers are totaling up!

Now the problem is that apparently qlink doesn't sell the valve guide separately so one needs to buy a completely new HEAD! ($410) yeah right!!!

Any suggestions?

Welcome to these forums, Charlie. I moved your post containing this question from the Other Stuff forum, to the Dual Sport forum. We will answer you question there. Please read the "Rules of the Road" thread, and please refrain from making multiple posts on the same subject. Thank you, and once again, Welcome.

Spud