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Originally Posted by DesertRider
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Originally Posted by SpudRider
Page 20 of the Zongshen 200GY-2 User's Manual indicates we should make the first valve clearance check at 1,000 km (621 miles). I must admit, I waited until later; however, I encourage you to check the valve clearance now, at 1,000 miles. 
It took me a little time to learn the procedure for my first valve check. However, I can now easily complete the entire process in 30 minutes. The Zongshen 167FML engine is a very tough, reliable, little powerplant. In my experience, the two best things you can do to keep this engine healthy are:
1. Frequently change the engine oil.
2. Check the valve clearances according to the schedule in the 200GY-2 User's Manual.
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I figured now is about time as well, just making sure before I store it for the winter. I have adjusted valves on many different bikes, so this should be a piece of cake as long as I have the spec's, which I do, thanks Spud. |
You're welcome.
I'm sure it won't take you very long, DR.
This engine is very easy to maintain. The valve tappet adjustment on the Zong is much
easier to do than a bucket and shim adjustment.
Given a little TLC, this bulletproof, little engine will keep running for years.
Spud
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2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3)
2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200)
2005 Honda XR650L
2004 Honda CRF250X
1998 Kawasaki KDX220
Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2:
http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894