KNOW YOUR… Valves and Valve Clearances
Nov 10, 2019
3 minutes
WORDS: CARLOS
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FB ARCHIVE
FB: Let’s start easy! What’s the purpose of the valves?
DM: Well, they’re a vital part of an engine! Basically, the valves in the engine open and close, which then allows the fuel and air to enter the combustion chamber. As the pistons go up and down they turn the crankshaft… and you’re going!
FB: How good are standard valves?
DM: In all honesty, they’re usually pretty good – for the most part anyway. Especially on road bikes; back in
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