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Is there better stem seals than OEM, or should i just stay with Yamaha? I figure that there must be good quality seals out there, but maybe it is just wishful thinking.
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1980 XS1100LG Midnight
1991 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane
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If you get a complete engine overhaul gasket set, it should have seals included. That's all I've used, and had no problems so far. But then, most of the bikes I now have have NOT had any work done, and still have no problems with seals after 30+ years.Ray Matteis
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Are you talking valve stems on the wheel or valve seals in the engine?Nathan
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Engine valve stem seals Nate.1980 XS1100LG Midnight
1991 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane
"The hand is almost valueless at one end of the arm if there be not a brain at the other"
Here's to a long life and a happy one.
A quick death and an easy one.
A pretty girl and an honest one.
A cold beer and another one!Comment
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I have found that carful instalation is the most important thing, dont damage them and center them and you should be fine. +, if your valve guilds are worn, have them repaired 1st, if the guilds are lose the seals will fail alot faster. Good luck with your bike
1979 XS1100 Special (Mad Max, OEM) Current
1980 XS1100 Special
1990 V Max
1982 KZ750 LTD Twin
1986 700 FZR Yamaha Fazer (faster then expected)
1979 XS750 Special (my 1st Special)
1974 CB750-Four
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