Comment on Motion-Pro Valve tool...

[Rasputin]

I still have no complaints about the MP tool. I have used it repeatedly without grinding to fit.

I lost the original bolt a long time ago and just use one from my bucket-o-bolts now. The trick is to position it so the little tip sits just on the edge of the bucket and not on the shim or you'll NEVER get that shim out. The other thing is spin the bucket so the little slot is up before you start, then just the tip of a small pick will break the suction and the shim will pop right out.

My original bolt was long gone before I knew I could do valve adjustments. I agree with Greg that I have had no issues whatsoever with my Motion-pro tool if it is used correctly. More than one bike is included in my observations....well about 6 to be honest. To me six without fail is an impressive number. You may think different but I have not had a problem myself.

[old_chopper]

Sorry to bring up this old post but I am. I don't have the "special" tool or remove the cams. I spin the engine over until the valve is open then slip a doubled over zip tie between the valve and seat through the spark plug hole. When you turn the engine back over the zip tie holds the valve open enough to remove the shim. I've used this technique on 2 cam Suzuki's and my XS. It's ridiculously easy and costs pennies. Shine a flashlight in the plug hole and you'll see where the zip tie needs to go.