KTM 450/530 Valve Check And Adjustment , 2008 - 2011

How to do a valve check and adjustment on the 2008-2011 KTM 530 / 450. I believe the 2012-and newer are the same but please verify with your manual
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[@user-qf6rc2mu3x]

Отличное видео. Очень подробно и понятно 💪

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thank you!

[@Larsxs.]

Good job, dont forget to turn the engine by hand behoren the last check of the values.then You know for sure the shims seats propaly.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Good tip, I should have mentioned that

[@mikebanks5480]

Thanks for your video I'm a pretty good car guy. But with your help on this I can fix my bike. Thanks alot.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Hope it goes well, let me know!

[@levansi2180]

This is one of the best video fat i have seen before. You explane and filmed very well. Thank you!!!

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thank you, I always hope that my videos are going to be helpful.

[@lestermascon2828]

Thanks for the video. Tackling this Sunday.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Easy day, hope it goes well!

[@azdesertdog]

For the first timer this can be intimidating. It is actually one of the fun parts of owning a motorcycle. Watch Tom's video and RTFM also (G=get) GTFM. A manual is a great tool even if your not working on it yourself. You can see what your mechanic is charging you for. As always great instructional video Tom!

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thank you, I like to try to inspire people to do this stuff themselves but at the very least it’s just like you said....understand what they are paying for. Ride on!

[@jamesdepaul3410]

Encouraging, positive and informative. Thank you.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thank you for the kind words. Hopefully the video helped you get it done!

[@JESMotorsportsMechanical]

Thank you the video, it’s given me the confidence to do my own 🤙🏾👌🏾

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

You’re welcome, I hope it goes well for you !

[@user-yl4rq2ht8w]

Спасибо за видео. Я уже регулировал после замены поршня, но решил освежить память)

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thank you for watching.

[@BlueSky-do8hp]

Nice video. One of the maintenance items many guys/gals fail to do. Easy/peasy.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thanks, this engine design makes it very easy to do compared with other bikes. No reason not to get it done!

[@claudioarce3999]

Excelente video!!! Thanks

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thanks for watching.

[@coureydeer1845]

Really good video

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thank you!

[@pedroh-g5344]

Buen video. Muchas gracias.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thanks for watching.

[@lukeoneill5872]

Amazing thank you for this video! Really helps only one I've found on you tube

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Awesome, always like to hear that my videos are helping people.

[@lukeoneill5872]

I've just been online and Brought the tools I need. I do have a question though. I'm looking for a shim kit. Would a known brand like hot cams be better then a cheaper unbranded kit. Would it make a difference?

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@lukeoneill5872 I have bought the Hot Cams and I think a Moose kit, no issues with those. I imagine any of them are good?

[@lukeoneill5872]

Thanks Tom

[@ajfreeze215]

Thank you

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

You’re welcome.

[@bpallies]

Great video! On my ‘08 530, the existing lower bolt has a spacer on it. I just removed the spacer and the bolt becomes long enough to lock the crank at TDC

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Yeah, I think the older RFS engines are the same too. Good design!

[@bpallies]

I just checked valves and did a leak down test that show 10% leakage past the rings. Time for a top end?

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@bpallies I think 10% is probably okay, keep an eye on it and maybe start preparing for a top end.

[@jizz54]

Good video. Unsolicited advice: buy a camera mount. Frees up your hands, easier to watch. But great info

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Thanks, I have a camera mount but sometimes it’s just difficult to get into places to work with the camera in the way. 😂 I need a cameraman! 😂

[@chriscasadei4778]

Thank you for this video. How were you able to get ahold of the technical manual you show?

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Internet search, or check in forums.

[@michaeljohncocks4786]

What size shims do I need for a 2008 530 KTM and what should clearance be

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

It should be in your manual, possibly on the frame so please double check there but I believe this is your info: Intake 0.1 to 0.15 mm and Exhaust 0.1 to 0.17 mm. The valve shims should be the 10mm set, you can purchase a kit online to make your life much easier, or individual shims from the KTM or Harley dealership (Harley used them on the V-Rod).

[@levansi2180]

My bike starts slovely, even with a c kick start. Starter works great, turns enegen well but need 2 second sometimes 3. What do you think, does Valve adjustment help? Ktm exc 450 2012

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

It’s so easy to check them on these bikes, it’s worth the time to at least rule it out.

[@MRR7]

hi , did you find out why it was hard to start?

[@levansi2180]

@@MRR7 no. Just i sold my ktm 2012 and bought Husqvarna 2018.

[@MRR7]

@@levansi2180 thanks for replying

[@claudioarce3999]

@@MRR7 Hello, I have a 2009 KTM exc-r. I had that same problem. It was hard for him to start. The problem was that I had too much light in the valves (0.25 exhaust) and the decompressor did not work correctly. With a valve adjustment the problem was solved.

[@emarquis87]

Vernier caliper*

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Yeah, I always call them micrometers but I know it’s not right. Need to fix myself!

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@emarquis87 it is funny, I laugh at myself every time…funny how difficult it is to change bad habits even when it’s something as simple as this. Have a great day. 😄

[@emarquis87]

@@TomsTinkeringandAdventures oh man haha isnt that the truth you as well thanks 🤙

[@johnlegg3318]

Get dizzy from all the movement on the camera, hard to watch.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

That’s free, enjoy your high. 😂 Sorry I am a one man crew with no fancy equipment, I just hope to help some people out there.