Re: [ST] valve shims and throttle bodies

[Neil Lindsey <Neil.Lindsey@xxxxxxx>]

Hey Shawn,

If you have an '02 ST, that would be the newer 955 engine which uses the 
'shim under bucket' setup, and this means you DO NOT use the valve shim 
removal tool -- you have no option but to pull the cams if shims need 
replacing.

The 'work around' on running the bike with the tank off is to just go ahead 
and do it.  The kit just lengthens cables and hoses for convenience.  I 
haven't done it yet, but I understand it is possible to set the tank either 
crosswise across the seat area (seat removed and tank suitably protected), 
or on a nearby table, and still hook everything up.  I understand that the 
kit is pretty pricey for what it is, and hard to justify unless you run a 
shop.

HTH

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Shawn Mouser" <srmouser@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <st@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, November 04, 2006 5:31 PM
Subject: [ST] valve shims and throttle bodies


> Hi All,
>
> I have to admit I monitor this list kinda sporadically so I know I miss
> things. Apologies if these issues were just recently discussed.
>
> I've recently gotten motivated to do more of my own maintenance. I'm
> wondering if there's any advice from the list on valve adjustments and
> throttle body balancing. I'm just about ready to order the valve shim
> removal tool and a twinmax throttle body balancer.
>
> I've read a couple of articles on shim and bucket valve adjustments and
> I have the service manual. I feel confident it's doable. Just wondering
> if there is any Sprint specific wisdom out there.
>
> I also have a question about balancing throttle bodies. You have to
> adjust the throttle body with the tank off and the motor running. The
> service manual says there is a kit available from Triumph to make the
> bike run with the tank off and I'm wondering if anyone has figured out
> a "work around" or if this kit is necessary to get the job done.
>
> Any advice on these two issues would be appreciated.
>
> Shawn
> '02 BRG Sprint ST
> Pasadena, CA
>
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