ZZR1200 Top End Overhaul

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ZZR1200 Top End Overhaul

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If interested, I'm writing it up here. (Saves me writing twice and uploading pics).

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Re: ZZR1200 Top End Overhaul

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Thanks Bill. :) How many km?
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Around 133,000km, Bonester.

It is starting to use a bit of oil though still runs very well. Exhausts are looking a bit fluffy black.
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Weird. My ZRX doesn't use any at 127000km. (pretty much the same)
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And it continues ....
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I have removed all other engine bolts and the upper frame rails.

Pics here....

Trying to get the lock nuts off.....

I used an air (rattle) gun, however, to no avail.

I may have to trailer it to the shop.
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Fark!
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I said that and various other things not suitable for children to hear, several times, but it didn't help.
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Eureka!

See here.
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big job - surprised it would need a new top-end with those k's? Did you do a compression test first?
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No, but I'm using oil, exhausts are fluffy black, and it seems a good opportunity.

Engine is out.
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Gosling1 wrote:big job - surprised it would need a new top-end with those k's? Did you do a compression test first?
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Continuing the job .....

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will be interested to see how this one finishes up mate - great motors these :kuda:
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Not in a rush, Gos.
Got the 'flu right now, puts a spanner in the works ...

I still have the ZRX to ride.
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