Gilera GP 800 i.e. - Inspecting the Timing System Components; Inspecting the Valve Sealings

Inspecting the timing system components
- Check that the guide shoe and the tensioner shoe are not worn out.
- Check that the crankshaft pinion and the camshaft timing gear and crankshaft pinion exhibit no wear.
In case of wear of the sliding blocks, replace them. In case of wear of the chain or rim, replace the entire
unit.
N.B.
IF THE CHAIN HAS DAMAGED THE PINION, REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT AS DESCRIBED IN
CHAPTER CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT.
Chain tensioner:
- Remove the centre screw with the washer and
the tensioner spring. Check that the one-way
mechanism is not worn.
- Check the condition of the tensioner spring.
- If examples of wear are found, replace the whole
assembly.
Inspecting the valve sealings
N.B.
TO MEASURE WEAR LIMITS AND COUPLING CLEARANCES, SEE THE SPECIFICATIONS CHAP-
TER.
See also
GP 800 i.e. Engine
ENG - 59