Could never get on with the Pro Motion - shim tool - there is probably a knack to using it. But could not get it working for me.
Have a genuine Kawasaki one, found it much easier.
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Two types of valve shim tool - which is best ?
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The Motion Pro tool isn't too bad with stock valve springs. But once you upgrade to HD valve springs, the clamp style tool is really the only option.
I have used both, but I use the clamp style tool to change shims in my own bikes.
The factory tool is still available - and always has been. I don't know why some of you think it is rare. We sell it, and I'm sure Marsden sells it too. It's just not cheap... I bought my first one back in 1977 (which I think chrisu might have now...). We have a replica of that tool as well - we had them made as there's no telling when Kawasaki will discontinue the real one.
I have used both, but I use the clamp style tool to change shims in my own bikes.
The factory tool is still available - and always has been. I don't know why some of you think it is rare. We sell it, and I'm sure Marsden sells it too. It's just not cheap... I bought my first one back in 1977 (which I think chrisu might have now...). We have a replica of that tool as well - we had them made as there's no telling when Kawasaki will discontinue the real one.
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Jeff Saunders wrote:The Motion Pro tool isn't too bad with stock valve springs. But once you upgrade to HD valve springs, the clamp style tool is really the only option.
I have used both, but I use the clamp style tool to change shims in my own bikes.
The factory tool is still available - and always has been. I don't know why some of you think it is rare. We sell it, and I'm sure Marsden sells it too. It's just not cheap... I bought my first one back in 1977 (which I think chrisu might have now...). We have a replica of that tool as well - we had them made as there's no telling when Kawasaki will discontinue the real one.
yes i do and its still giving sterling service.......
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