1916 kz900 cam chain adjustment

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1916 kz900 cam chain adjustment

09 Jun 2015 14:29
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Could someone tell me how to set the cam chain tension on a stock kz900? Or just tell me where to position the crank before I loosen up the lock nut and bolt on the automatic tensioner. Thanks

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Re: 1916 kz900 cam chain adjustment

09 Jun 2015 15:03
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I don't know about the 1916 model, but the procedure for the ones built in the 1970s is clearly described in the factory service manual.
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Re: 1916 kz900 cam chain adjustment

09 Jun 2015 18:55
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I think all you have to do is bring 1 and four up. Is this is not correct someone will correct me, guaranteed.
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Re: 1916 kz900 cam chain adjustment

09 Jun 2015 20:22
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I use to turn the crank over a few times with the kick starter, come to a spot where it won't move back or forth, loosen the lock nut and bolt, hear a click, tighten it back up, start it and listen if the noise goes away.
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Re: 1916 kz900 cam chain adjustment

12 Jun 2015 14:37
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Sorry for the mistake 1976 kz900 and thanks for the advice. Sounds simple enough to adjust Thanks again

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