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Offline longshanks

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Compression readings
« on: June 29, 2011, 09:35:04 AM »
I've looked around the forum a bit and I can't find the min/max and average compression readings for a K6. The readings on my bike are 120 across all cylinders. Is this low or below average? I believe the shop manual says around 170psi max. but I'm not sure what model that pertains to or all models??
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Re: Compression readings
« Reply #1 on: June 29, 2011, 09:55:21 AM »
readings from gauge to gauge will differ (too many variables)
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Re: Compression readings
« Reply #2 on: June 29, 2011, 10:14:52 AM »
Quote from: flybox1 on June 29, 2011, 09:55:21 AM
readings from gauge to gauge will differ (too many variables)
be happy with your results  ;D

I've tried multiple gauges and its pretty close. Know the specs?
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Re: Compression readings
« Reply #3 on: June 29, 2011, 04:30:06 PM »
The spec I go by is that all cylinders are within 10% of each other.  Since you are spot on the same across the motor, it's time to stop worrying and ride!!

I'm sure there is a spec in the Honda shop manual, but unless you have exactly the same tester as the shop uses, the number will be meaningless.
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