It was quite an easy job and I'm sure it saved me a few bucks too.
It really quietened it down.Hope this helps others...Cheers...G..
Get the tank and the airbox off..
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It's on the right hand side of your engine..
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You'll need a 1/4 inch drive 10mm socket with a universal attachment
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Undo the top and bottom bolts.Note; Carbs not removed..But it will make the job easier if you do..
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And now just ease it out... At this stage of the job DO NOT crank over your engine you will cause major damage when it fires up
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Put the new one in,not forgetting to put the O ring on..
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Then put the tension spring in and tighten the bolt up ..not to tight or it will strip the thread out.
Then thats pretty much it..
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It really was much quieter when the new one was installed,and it only took me a few hours to do..
