Issues after valve adjustment on my TBR7

757nick · 12-09-2021, 08:03 AM

I did a valve adjustment last night and everything seem to be fine then on my way to work the bike started to stutter as I went over 45. I’m not sure what the issue is but any help would be appreciated! Thank you!!

TominMO · 12-09-2021, 08:42 AM

Check your valve adjustment. It's not uncommon when tightening the locking nut for the adjustment to get tighter. Always re-check after tightening the nut.

**JerryHawk250** · 12-09-2021, 09:00 AM

Yes, recheck the valves. Also make sure you didn't accidently put the choke on half choke. I've done that.

tknj99 · 12-09-2021, 09:01 AM

When i adjust the valves, i use one feeler higher and lock down on that because it will compress as you tighten. This usually allows the correct feeler to slide in with slight drag.

TxTaoRider · 12-09-2021, 09:51 AM

Might be something completely unrelated to your adjustment. Might check spark plug and kinked fuel line.

Usually the lash is tightest (on most aluminum head ohv motors) when they're cold. The symptoms are they get harder to start. This doesnt sound like your issue.

757nick · 12-09-2021, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Yes, recheck the valves. Also make sure you didn't accidently put the choke on half choke. I've done that.

I probably did. I turned around and went home and got my roommate to take me to work. I never checked. When I get home I’ll check but that’s probably the issue

**JerryHawk250** · 12-09-2021, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 757nick

I probably did. I turned around and went home and got my roommate to take me to work. I never checked. When I get home I’ll check but that’s probably the issue

Yeah, it had me scratching my head wondering what the hell did I mess up. lol Hope that's all it is.

757nick · 12-09-2021, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Yeah, it had me scratching my head wondering what the hell did I mess up. lol Hope that's all it is.

Yup it was half choke dude I feel so slow. I was so pissed this morning because I just put in all this damn work into my bike and I thought I f**ked it up. Thank you man you must be one of them Psychic people

**JerryHawk250** · 12-09-2021, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 757nick

Yup it was half choke dude I feel so slow. I was so pissed this morning because I just put in all this damn work into my bike and I thought I f**ked it up. Thank you man you must be one of them Psychic people

It happens to the best of us. Glad it was something simple.
I might be psycho.

12-09-2021, 08:03 AM	#1
757nick Join Date: Nov 2021 Posts: 31	Issues after valve adjustment on my TBR7 I did a valve adjustment last night and everything seem to be fine then on my way to work the bike started to stutter as I went over 45. I’m not sure what the issue is but any help would be appreciated! Thank you!!
	0

12-09-2021, 08:42 AM	#2
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,976	Check your valve adjustment. It's not uncommon when tightening the locking nut for the adjustment to get tighter. Always re-check after tightening the nut. __________________ 2021 Lifan Xpect--sold 2022 Lifan KPX 1972 Honda CT90--The Carrot 1969 Honda CT90--The Tomahto Cheesy is the WDK (workplace drama king). Now retired. Nope, back in the saddle. Nope, finally retired. Climate: The Movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A24fWmNA6lM How our government really works https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjadCd0VRBw Question all authority.....think for yourself
	1

12-09-2021, 09:00 AM	#3
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,713	Yes, recheck the valves. Also make sure you didn't accidently put the choke on half choke. I've done that. __________________ 2024 Linhai 300 ATV 4x4 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S (Sold) 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
	1

12-09-2021, 09:01 AM	#4
tknj99 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Central VA Posts: 1,302	When i adjust the valves, i use one feeler higher and lock down on that because it will compress as you tighten. This usually allows the correct feeler to slide in with slight drag. __________________ 2024 Templar 250 2021 Beta 500 RRS 2018 VStrom 1000 XT Former China Bikes: Tao DBX1, Brozz 250, CSC RX4, Titan DLX, Templar X, Storm DLX 150
	1

12-09-2021, 09:51 AM	#5
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	Might be something completely unrelated to your adjustment. Might check spark plug and kinked fuel line. Usually the lash is tightest (on most aluminum head ohv motors) when they're cold. The symptoms are they get harder to start. This doesnt sound like your issue. __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
	0