Adjusting Valve Clearances - BMW R 1100 RT Repair Manual

Adjusting valve clearances

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Set piston to TDC on the ignition stroke.
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Measure valve clearance with feeler gauge.
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Correct valve clearance with adjusting screw and
lock into position.
Valve clearances with engine cold (max. 35 °C):
Inlet ......................................... 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
Exhaust ................................... 0.30 mm (0.0118 in)
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Tightening torque:
Locknut .......................................................... 8 Nm
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Check valve clearance again; it must be possible
to insert the feeler gauge between valve stem
and rocker with only slight resistance to move-
ment.
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