09-12-2017, 10:21 AM
Dave, you get to that point and let me know. I'm fly down to SD from Portland. Maybe you could put me up for a couple of nights (or tent space in the back yard). Let me observe your valve inspection / IACV replacement if that's what you opt for. I'll video and take photos along the way, and we'll make a heck of a maintenance "how to" for these forums.
Hi Pdedse - that sounds interesting. I guess that this job would take me about 8 to 14 hours, depending on if the valves needed adjustment or not (including time to drive to the dealer to buy any new shims, if needed), and I would definitely not finish it in a single day. I am slow and careful, and double-check everything I do twice, and clean every area that opening up the bike allows me increased access to. To be honest, I'm not real keen on being videoed, but I will give your offer consideration and let you know. Right now I am drowning in other "chores" I am tackling, and won't be getting to my valves for a while.
[quote='Magnus' pid='182949' dateline='1505153405']
Update: About Six months ago in an attempt to remedy my constant high 1500rpm idle I replaced the EOT (Engine Operating Temperature) sensor and the IACV (Idle Air Control Valve) and did the throttle reset. It made no difference.
Hi Magnus. Can you describe how the IACV works? I'm wondering if it's possible that the valve is sticking in the throttle body. Does it work by rotating a valve that opens and closes an air passageway? My high / low RPK idle comes and goes. Yesterday I used the bike to run errands and it ran the best its ever run - including when new! The idle speed was perfect, and I swear it felt like the motor was making more power also.
Hi Pdedse - that sounds interesting. I guess that this job would take me about 8 to 14 hours, depending on if the valves needed adjustment or not (including time to drive to the dealer to buy any new shims, if needed), and I would definitely not finish it in a single day. I am slow and careful, and double-check everything I do twice, and clean every area that opening up the bike allows me increased access to. To be honest, I'm not real keen on being videoed, but I will give your offer consideration and let you know. Right now I am drowning in other "chores" I am tackling, and won't be getting to my valves for a while.
[quote='Magnus' pid='182949' dateline='1505153405']
Update: About Six months ago in an attempt to remedy my constant high 1500rpm idle I replaced the EOT (Engine Operating Temperature) sensor and the IACV (Idle Air Control Valve) and did the throttle reset. It made no difference.
Hi Magnus. Can you describe how the IACV works? I'm wondering if it's possible that the valve is sticking in the throttle body. Does it work by rotating a valve that opens and closes an air passageway? My high / low RPK idle comes and goes. Yesterday I used the bike to run errands and it ran the best its ever run - including when new! The idle speed was perfect, and I swear it felt like the motor was making more power also.