Z1 timing vs compression question

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Re: Z1 timing vs compression question

10 Mar 2025 04:25

hardrockminer wrote:

There is a method outlined in the manual to check for chain stretch. You hang the chain vertically with a weight (I think it's 5 kg) and measure 20 links against the standard length in the book.

In general, more than 1% stretch is excessive. For bicycle chains the stores sell an easy measuring device. Perhaps someone can come up with a similar device for timing chains?

Total faff to do it as the book method though as to get the the chain out involves splitting the cases and removing the crank.
Simple way is to just remove the cams and pull the chain up with a spring balance to 5kgs then measure 20 links or whatever number of links the manual states.

Z1000J2 somewhat modified!

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Re: Z1 timing vs compression question

10 Mar 2025 17:14

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If that works then great. But I don't think it will. Not enough links above the cams. It might work with the head off. For sure it would work with the cylinders off. But if it's stretched beyond spec the cases will have to be split.

I have several restored bikes along with a 2006 Goldwing with a sidecar. My wife has a 2019 Suzuki DR 650 for on and off road.

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