Adjusting valve clearances (BMW R1150GS)

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Set piston to firing TDC on the ignition stroke.

Measure valve clearance with feeler gauge.

Correct valve clearance with adjusting screw and tighten locknut.



Valve clearances with engine cold (max. 35°C/95°F):

• Inlet — 0.15 mm (0.0056 in)
• Exhaust — 0.30 mm (0.0118 in)

Tightening torque: Locknut — 8 Nm

Recheck valve clearances. Feeler gauge must pull through between valve stem and adjusting screw with slight resistance.

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