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cpmodem > Remove the front fairing, seat, glove box, and fuel tanks and you will see something like this. The red pre-filter is aftermarket.
cpmodem > Remove the airbox cover and filter and you will see this view of the Ninefiddy's CVRD 43 carbs.
cpmodem > With the carbs and airbox removed, you engine bay should look something like this.
cpmodem > Here's what your beloved Lippizaner will look like when stripped for access to do the valve job. It looks like a lot of disassembly (especially to BMW owners, but really isn't any worse than any modern bike with the cylinder heads in the "proper" location (sticking up not out). It takes me ~ 30-45 minutes to get this far. Its a lot easier to access than my CBR1100XX, for instance and about the same as my ST1100 or my son's VF750 Interceptor.
cpmodem > After disconnecting the low voltage wire connector from each coil, remove the sparkplug coils from the sparkplug tubes with a twisting motion. When you reinstall them, insure they are fully seated down in the tubes. A shot of silicone spray into the sparkplug end will make removal next time a snap. They will be slightly recessed. If flush or above the tops of the tubes, a very pesky engine miss may occur. This has caused a few folks some time to diagnose, so learn from their mistakes and do the job right.
cpmodem > Remove the 4 bolts (2 on each side) holding the radiator to the frame, and gently pull the radiator forward for enough clearance to access the front vealve area. Some folks remove the radiator altogether for more clearance, but it isn't necessary to get the job done.
cpmodem > Remove the oil tank vent hoses from the front valve cover by loosening the hose clamps and carefully removing the hoses. Note: The "L" into the valve cover is plastic and easily broken. Take your time.
cpmodem > You can uplug the radiator cooling fan for less clutter. Just remember to reconnect it before installing the carbs afterward. A few folks (including some dealers) have forgotten this step.
cpmodem > Once the oil tank vent lines are removed, a 10mm gear wrench makes quick work of removing the valve covers. The covers should come off the cylinder heads with very little trouble. If they stick, a light tap with a plastic mallet will help to loosen them. Be sure the gasket stays attached to the cover, and check it for good condition and full adhesion to the cover. No sealant should be used on the cylinder head mating surface. If it is in good shape and reasonable care is used in handling, you can re-use it many times.
Remove the front fairing, seat, glove box, and fuel tanks and you will see something like this. The red pre-filter is aftermarket.
> Remove the front fairing, seat, glove box, and fuel tanks and you will see something like this. The red pre-filter is aftermarket.
Remove the front fairing, seat, glove box, and fuel tanks and you will see something like this. The red pre-filter is aftermarket.
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