40. (The intake valves were 0,08 mm, while the exhaust valves were 0.13 mm. Way out of specification. My previous mechanic said he had adjusted the valves at the 10k service, but I think he was lying. Probably he had adjusted only the intake ones).

41. I slackened the locknut and turned the adjusting screw using a tiny wrench -because no screwdriver could fit in the exhaust valves area- until the gap was 0.11 mm for the intake and 0.18 mm for the exhaust valves. I held the screw to prevent it from moving and tightened the locknut using a torque wrench for the intake valves and my intuition (!) for the exhaust ones. I hope they don’t become loose after 50 kms.

42. For the peace of mind and although the old o-rings were in good condition, I fitted new ones. (The new is on the left side).



43. :tenere:



44. I measured the gaps once again and reinstalled the covers…





45. …the spark plug (the new plug came with pre-adjusted electrode gap at 0.75mm) …





46. …the coolant draining bolt, the 2 hoses…





47. …the fan, the radiator, the coolant and finally the fuel tank.



48. Next was the air filter’s turn. I removed the case cover…



49. …the old air filter…



50. …(the air filter housing was sufficiently clean)…