thrown away ... really ?

[the Ferret]

I never check torque on a spark plug. Just snug them up.

Don't wonna sound smart-a...
As long as you ride low rpms and temps (which most of us do on the CB1100 I guess), that can't cause any problems. But at 8000 rpm and high exhaust temps this could cause ... something when the gasket isn't tight enough ?
Or am I overly cautious ?

Don't wonna sound smart-a...
As long as you ride low rpms and temps (which most of us do on the CB1100 I guess), that can't cause any problems. But at 8000 rpm and high exhaust temps this could cause ... something when the gasket isn't tight enough ?
Or am I overly cautious ?
Guess that is a legitimate concern Gecko. There is a torque spec for every nut and bolt on a motorcycle. Then you can get into the argument for dry thread torque vs wet thread torque lol. I also don't torque to spec oil drain plugs, or oil filters or axle nuts, or handlebar clamps etc. I doubt most people do. I do own a torque wrench but rarely use it. I think if you were working on internal engine parts, cranks, cam journals, engine cases etc it would be wise to follow torque specs. I worked in motorcycle shops for 17 years, never have seen a mechanic use a torque wrench on a spark plug. Not saying no one does, but I've never seen it.

I dont want to give you bad advice, so ignore it if you choose and follow your own conscience