02-07-2014, 11:42 PM
Chris, it's shim under bucket. Checking valves not so hard, cams have to be pulled to adjust. Rarely need adjustmant. Most Japanese designed engines over the last 20 years or so use this system.
Can't tell you about the cylinders, but thats another common Japanese habit.
Curious though due to your propensity towards Kawasaki, and apparent disdain for Honda, why you would not buy the new 125 hp Ninja 1000 for roughly the same money to replace your aging ZX9 and keep the Kaw 650 which you apparently adore for your classic ride?
Can't tell you about the cylinders, but thats another common Japanese habit.
Curious though due to your propensity towards Kawasaki, and apparent disdain for Honda, why you would not buy the new 125 hp Ninja 1000 for roughly the same money to replace your aging ZX9 and keep the Kaw 650 which you apparently adore for your classic ride?