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I have been looking around for a used KLR and now have several to check out. I am pretty confident with what to look/watch out for. What I would like to know is the range of values are acceptable or are in within spec for a compression test? I have searched the archives first but came up dry. thanks otter KLR to be 95 VFR 750 87 Magna 700c _________________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @... address at http://mail.yahoo.com

otter4244 wrote: [...]

> What I would > like to know is the range of values are acceptable or are in within spec > for a compression test? I have searched the archives first but came up dry.

77-124psi Mister_T Melbourne Australia

After reading this FAQ: http://www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html#links I realized that doing a compression test may be misleading as the automatic compression release will cause a low reading. So, how is a real and accurate compression test done on the KLR's ??

Pull the valve cover and disable the KACR. then make your test. Kerry

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "ocpianoman" wrote: > > After reading this FAQ: > > http://www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html#links > > I realized that doing a compression test may be misleading as the > automatic compression release will cause a low reading. So, how is a > real and accurate compression test done on the KLR's ?? >

....as long as you've got the valve cover off, you might as well adjust the valves. ;~)

On 4/16/07, Kerry Stottlemyer wrote: > > Pull the valve cover and disable the KACR. then make your test. > Kerry > > --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com , > "ocpianoman" wrote: > > > > After reading this FAQ: > > > > http://www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html#links > > > > I realized that doing a compression test may be misleading as the > > automatic compression release will cause a low reading. So, how is a > > real and accurate compression test done on the KLR's ?? > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Why not just buy or make the proper tool? http://www.xs11.com/tips/misc/misc3.shtml It's called a leak down tester. I purchased one off of e-bay for less then $40. HtH, Denis

On 4/16/07, C L Cooper wrote: > > ....as long as you've got the valve cover off, you might as well adjust > the > valves. ;~) > > On 4/16/07, Kerry Stottlemyer > > wrote: > > > > Pull the valve cover and disable the KACR. then make your test. > > Kerry > > > > --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com , > > "ocpianoman" wrote: > > > > > > After reading this FAQ: > > > > > > http://www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html#links > > > > > > I realized that doing a compression test may be misleading as the > > > automatic compression release will cause a low reading. So, how is a > > > real and accurate compression test done on the KLR's ?? > > > > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "Denis Dimick" wrote:

> > Why not just buy or make the proper tool? > It's called a leak down tester. > > I purchased one off of e-bay for less then $40. > > HtH, > > Denis

I posted a drawing and complete instructions on how to build and use a leak down tester in the files section.

> > ....as long as you've got the valve cover off, you might as well adjust > > the > > valves. ;~)

So true sine you are already in there may as well.

On Wed, 9 Jan 2008, kayak_shack wrote:

> I am selling my KLR and the out-of-town buyer wants me to do a > compression test. I have the meter to do the test but read that the > bike has an automatic compression release system that keeps one of the > valves open under 600 RPM. > > Is there any way I can get an accurate number on the compression test? > I'm in a hurry to make the sale and want to do it in the morning > before I bring it to the shop for the safety. PLease email me > directly if you have a solution. > > Thanks in advance.

Not *that* quick, but if you take off the valve cover, you should be able to wire the KACR in the running position. -- Doug Herr doug@... A16 in Oakland, California

On my '08, 80mph indicated would yield right about 5,200rpm. Maybe 5,300rpm. FWIW. ) Don+ _____ From: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com [mailto:DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ian Francisco Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 2:54 PM To: Ronald Criswell; dsn_klr650@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [DSN_KLR650] engine performance I assumed I have stock 15/43 gearing and the original well-worn chain and sprockets. Will have to count teeth now to be sure, because 5200 rpm would be nowhere near an indicated 80mph on my speedo. ----- Original Message ---- From: Ronald Criswell sbcglobal.net> To: Ian Francisco com> Cc: dsn_klr650@yahoogro ups.com Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 9:50:34 AM Subject: Re: [DSN_KLR650] engine performance I have had mine up to close to 100 mph (indicated on the speedo) and cruise all the time at 80 mph (indicated - about 5200 RPM)) but it isn't overwhelming in passing especially at high altitudes. Are you running stock 15 tooth on the front and - I forget what's on the rear. Criswell __________________________________________________________ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs> com/r/hs [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]