Home Servicing

[OogieBoogie]

Hi all,

I've decided to service the ST2 myself, got a crank turning tool on order from MotoReva, Got a workshop manual, and watched the California Cycleworks video on checking and shimming valve clearances a couple of times already.

Just wondering if anyone has any practical advice tips etc, other than 'take it to a dealer'.

It's only a small service (no belts) this time, I'm a reasonably competent mechanic...IMHO .

Cheers

Stu.

[Lucazade 749s]

I have not done it my self, except all oil, fuel and clutch/brake fluid related, so no technical advice from me.
Non technical do not do it outside, garage or house is fine, and have plenty of beer as it is fun
A TV with good show and WiFi+Laptop will help as well.

[Douglas]

Stu

I think you will find it quite straightforward. The only two tips I would mention are to make sure you mark the belt pullies and and cases with paint if you remove the belts.

Get some narrow feeler gauges as space is tight in there!

Good luck

[Ghost]

Also helps if you have hands like a Gynaecologist.

[Lucazade 749s]

Originally Posted by Ghost

Also helps if you have hands like a Gynaecologist.

In detail please do not know any Gynaecologists so do not know

[nelly]

If you do the shimming and need new shims, don't simply order what you think you need. Go to the dealer with the old shims and the clearance you need to make up.
The way you measure them could be different to the way the factory or the dealer measures them. Even the new ones are sometimes different to what it says on the bag.
Whether you take your own tools or use the dealers, only measure the old and new with the same tools.
I've had too many phone calls about shims i've mailed out saying they are "wrong" for the same reasons.
It's worth replacing the 1/2 rings on the closers before you do any checks. Firstly they can/will break up and secondly, over time they flatten. The excess clearance on the closers can usually be pulled back by simply fitting new 1/2 rings.
Finally, check, check and check again. Too tight and things will wear or even break.

[OogieBoogie]

Good point Nelly! I've seen this mentioned in previous threads, which reminds me...I need to get a micrometer.

[OogieBoogie]

About the shims I mean, also good tip about the half rings...Thanks.

[mike shannon]

hi
check the plate that holds on the front sprocket as they can fail and wear the lay shaft plus fit a volt meter when you are at it lv1220 is a good one and a small hole in the panel
mike shannon st2

[Ghost]

Originally Posted by mike shannon

hi
check the plate that holds on the front sprocket as they can fail and wear the lay shaft plus fit a volt meter when you are at it lv1220 is a good one and a small hole in the panel
mike shannon st2

Thats a good point the one on my DD bike was worn that bad I could pull the sprocket off no matter whhere it was positioned. So did some extreme filing and made a new one from 2mm stainless. Perfect fit, cheap (FREE) and stronger than a replacement and won't rust.

[Trevor]

Mike

You say fit a volt meter, this is the first time i have heard this so can i assume there is a problem with the ST2 voltage output.

Trevor

[Masher]

Originally Posted by Trevor

Mike

You say fit a volt meter, this is the first time i have heard this so can i assume there is a problem with the ST2 voltage output.

Trevor

There certainly is supposedly more prevalent on the pre 2000 models (but I could be wrong there) its a recuring thread on this site, loads of info.

Tools for home servicing, I would seriously recommend an Oil Filter removal tool, it will reduce the blue coloured air when you try to get your old filter off. lots of aftermarket versions on Ebay. a centre nut (headstock) removal tool from various locations.
Desmotimes are a useful resource.

And welcome to the club!

Regards