Topic: '80 CB650 Custom special tools needed for tuneup??

[manjisann]

I was reading through the Clymer manual and it says you have to use a special tool to adjust the tappets/valves. It looks like this one that Z1 carries:

http://www.z1enterprises.com/detail.aspx?ID=3271

I will also be tuning up my cb500. I am wondering if these tools are really necissary, or can I get away with a flat screwdriver and a box wrench? Are they worth the money to save lots of irritation? I am trying to plan out the money and if I can put the money into paint or something I'd rather do that.

Thanks,

Brandon

[cb650]

It isnt necessary but makes it easier. 

[number13]

Don't know about the 650, but all you need for
 the 500 is a flat wrench and screwdriver.

[ghost]

i've never used the special tools on my 650 just a wrench and screw driver along with the feeler gauge.

[tonycb650]

That adjustment nut is down in a hole pretty good. I made one that looks like that one by welding a (12mm?) socket to an old wrench. Use atleast a 1/2'' drive socket so you can fit a screwdriver through the socket.  Works great.

[OakBehringer]

Possibly different on your bike, but doing this on a 350F with a box wrench sucks.

[manjisann]

Tony650, I've thought of doing that, guess maybe I will. Gotta be cheaper than those nice tools. Guess I'll just try and make one. Thanks everyone for the responses!!

Brandon

[Soos]

Don't know about the 650, but all you need for
 the 500 is a flat wrench and screwdriver.

same for the SOHC 650's.


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