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Old August 16th, 2015, 08:05 PM   #6785
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Name: Dave
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Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std

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MOTM - Aug '15
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Originally Posted by NevadaWolf View Post
I don't think it needs a rebuild (unless that's the point of checking seals?) I just need to sit down and learn how to do things like valve adjustments and whatever else the manual calls for.
For measuring and adjusting valve clearances, the engine should be stone-cold.

For checking compression, the engine should be fully warmed up.

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Originally Posted by NevadaWolf View Post
Um, it's been going down just "a splash" in between oil changes every 5k. barely pour any in and the level goes back up to the top mark on the window.
So eight ounces or so of oil use in 5k miles? Definitely not a problem!
Thanks for sharing the data.
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