How to Check and Adjust the Valves on a Yamaha TW200

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  • čas přidán 27. 08. 2017
  • This is a detailed instructional video on how to properly check and adjust the valves on my 2014 Yamaha TW200. It is the same for for all the years of the TW200 since the engine has remained pretty much the same besides the addition of an automatic cam chain tensioner, electric start, and the deletion of the kick start. let me know if you have any questions and thanks for watching!
    disclaimer: work on your bike at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own actions. Always use proper safety equipment for the job.
    valve clearance (cold) spec:
    Intake: 0.05 -0.09mm (0.002 - 0.004in)
    exhaust: 0.11 - 0.15mm (0.004 - 0.006in)
    torque specs:
    locknut: 14Nm (10.3ftlb) (123.6inlb)
    valve cover bolts: 10Nm (7.2ftlb) (86.4inlb) *****update, the manual says these bolts are 10nm and I have always tightened them down to that. But last time I checked my valves the lower bolt for the exhaust valve cover did not want to tighten down to spec like the others. I quickly stopped turning the bolt so I didn't strip it out, it is still plenty tight for now. but I would strongly recommend you tighten these bolts down to only 7nm (5.2ftlb) (I will make a video on this next time I adjust the valves)
    Blind plugs: 7Nm (5.1ftlb) (61.2inlb)
    fuel tank bolt: 7Nm (5.1ftlb) (61.2inlb)
    Disclaimer: work on your bike at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own actions. Always use proper safety equipment for the job.
    tools:
    valve adjustment tool: amzn.to/2xqNfEv (amazon affiliate link) or procycle.us/bikepages/tw200.html
    feeler gauge set: amzn.to/2vk2NwG (amazon affiliate link)
    1/4in torque wrench: amzn.to/2vkCYMP (amazon affiliate link)
    1/4in ratchet, socket, and driver set: amzn.to/2NQX60k (amazon affiliate link)
    1/4in metric stubby hex bit set: amzn.to/2xq7fHn (amazon affiliate link)
    screw drivers: amzn.to/2Gelx3o (amazon affiliate link)
    metric wrench set: amzn.to/2upqEv4 (amazon affiliate link)
    (buying from an affiliate link will help me support the channel at no extra cost to you, thanks!)
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  • @TDubsKid
    @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety +18

    *** please check the torque specs below for an update
    valve clearance (cold) spec:
    Intake: 0.05 -0.09mm (0.002 - 0.004in)
    exhaust: 0.11 - 0.15mm (0.004 - 0.006in)
    torque specs:
    locknut: 14Nm (10.3ftlb) (123.6inlb)
    valve cover bolts: 10Nm (7.2ftlb) (86.4inlb) *****update, the manual says these bolts are 10nm and I have always tightened them down to that. But last time I checked my valves the lower bolt for the exhaust valve cover did not want to tighten down to spec like the others. I quickly stopped turning the bolt so I didn't strip it out, it is still plenty tight for now. but I would strongly recommend you tighten these bolts down to only 7nm (5.2ftlb) (I will make a video on this next time I adjust the valves)
    Blind plugs: 7Nm (5.1ftlb) (61.2inlb)
    fuel tank bolt: 7Nm (5.1ftlb) (61.2inlb)
    disclaimer: work on your bike at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own actions. Always use proper safety equipment for the job.
    tools:
    valve adjustment tool: amzn.to/2xqNfEv (amazon affiliate link) or procycle.us/bikepages/tw200.html
    feeler gauge set: amzn.to/2vk2NwG (amazon affiliate link)
    1/4in torque wrench: amzn.to/2vkCYMP (amazon affiliate link)
    1/4in ratchet, socket, and driver set: amzn.to/2NQX60k (amazon affiliate link)
    1/4in metric stubby hex bit set: amzn.to/2xq7fHn (amazon affiliate link)
    screw drivers: amzn.to/2Gelx3o (amazon affiliate link)
    metric wrench set: amzn.to/2upqEv4 (amazon affiliate link)
    (buying from an affiliate link will help me support the channel at no extra cost to you, thanks!)

    • @nedlock518
      @nedlock518 Před 6 lety +1

      Great vid bud, do you know the specs for TW 125
      Thx

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      I do not know the specs for the tw125 or if they are different, sorry

    • @theslipperybrick_7566
      @theslipperybrick_7566 Před 3 lety +1

      So in case anyone is looking on a 2000 or older tw there is going to be a small T that you have rotate the crank to

    • @beco89inc50
      @beco89inc50 Před 3 lety +2

      Make a video of carb removal please!!!

    • @benpitts646
      @benpitts646 Před 2 lety +1

      Great job

  • @AdamNicholasSievers
    @AdamNicholasSievers Před 5 lety +41

    You have the best TW200 videos on the entire planet.
    You're incredibly talented at making videos man, well done.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      hey thank you so much, that means a lot 😃

    • @ChromeArty
      @ChromeArty Před 5 lety +2

      @@TDubsKid it's true dude... your vids are life savers.... but you've already cost me $2700CAD on a Tudub the day before yesterday... and it's looking like you are going to cost me that much again in tools!

  • @terryspence7609
    @terryspence7609 Před 4 lety +16

    Hey Partner, I taught aircraft mechanics for years at a Military College and high school trade school classes for another decade. You are an exceptional instructor, great work on your part, absolute clarity, very well done!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks man I really appreciate that!

  • @VoidedWarranty
    @VoidedWarranty Před 2 lety +8

    this is an extremely good tutorial for people that haven't done it before, you explained it extremely clearly!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      glad to hear, tried to explain a little bit of theory behind it. thanks

  • @michjsear
    @michjsear Před 5 lety +11

    TDubsKid, I recently bought an abused 2010 TW because I want my two teens to learn to ride and wrench. Your channel is a godsend...these videos are amazing. My 19 year old, who had literally never heard of a torque wrench followed this video step by step (except your advice on the throttle cable removal...that was an hour of my life I’ll never get back) and set the valve clearances perfectly. Experiencing success on a first time task like this is the difference between someone saying “f@&k it, this sucks” vs “wow, that was pretty cool”. Keep doing what your doing and remember and know that your hard work is not only greatly appreciated, it’s inspiring. Finally, shooting a quick how-to on that throttle cable reassembly would be super helpful since anyone taking off the carb may experience serious frustration trying to do it on a trial & error manner, since the service manual doesn’t include the process.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety +1

      hey that's awesome, super good bike kids to learn on, wow that is so good to hear that you and your kids got some good value out of it 😃 ill keep the videos coming, i'm almost done with the sprocket and chain video. thanks again! ill have to make a video on that for sure! i'm sure it will help people who take that booby trap off

  • @bjstuhl
    @bjstuhl Před 7 lety +27

    Snap, man! Such a clear and concise video! Wish I could find maintenance vids like this for the vstrom. It's usually old dudes who don't understand camera angles and editing, lol.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety +3

      hey thanks man Yeah I made this because I once searching online looking how to adjust valves on the tw and only found one that was hard to even see what was going on, so I made my own to help others out haha. if I had a vstrom I would make videos on the maintenance!

  • @peterpezzuto818
    @peterpezzuto818 Před 3 lety +7

    Truly one of the best 'How to' videos I've seen on CZcams.
    Even your explanation on how a 4 stroke engine works was fantastic & your added graphics, text & voice overs make it even better.
    Keep it up.

  • @jims408
    @jims408 Před 29 dny +1

    Exceptionally clear and helpful. Thank you so much! I had no idea that this procedure was so straightforward... coming up on 600 miles on my '24 TW so I will get on it.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 27 dny

      Glad it was helpful! Best of luck with your new tw

  • @briancz7112
    @briancz7112 Před 5 lety +6

    I just want to make sure you know how helpful your videos are. I literally have watched several of yours to perform maintenance on my TW. I particularly like how you make sure we know which tools/size we need.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety +1

      so good to hear! I try to include as much detail and info as possible. thanks for watching 😃

  • @wegert1
    @wegert1 Před 5 lety +2

    Love that you wash your bike with your helmet on. Subtle goofiness at its finest. Terrific vid all around, thanks.

  • @knife_knut
    @knife_knut Před 6 lety +10

    OUTSTANDING DIY video! Watched once, went & did it. Super easy. My Tdub has 760 miles so this was 1st check for valve clearance. As found was (int/exh) .005/.007, adjusted to .003/.005. Thank you Sir! Also watched your excellent oil change video when I did 1st oil change at 500 miles.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety +1

      hey awesome to hear the videos are useful! ill keep the how to videos coming, i'm filming a rear tire change video right now :)

  • @ParkerLumpee
    @ParkerLumpee Před 5 lety +8

    This video is awesome and it helped me so much. I've never done valves before and it only took an hour. Thanks for taking the time!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      hey so good to hear it was helpful! no problem, ride on 😃🏍

  • @XRacerify
    @XRacerify Před 7 lety +7

    Hell, I'd be happy if I could keep my toolbox organized like that ! Good job T-D-K !

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety

      haha ill admit I have tool ocd. thanks!

  • @garywebb3874
    @garywebb3874 Před 6 lety +4

    Okay haven't even got to the part I needed to know yet but such production value in a valve adjustment video. Kudos!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      thank you sir! I hope it was helpful :)

  • @CD-hc5ds
    @CD-hc5ds Před rokem +1

    I have several vehicles & im always watching CZcams to learn & figure out ways to work on them. Your videos by far are the best & most detailed I've came across, PERIOD! Love watching your channel.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před rokem

      Yeah I love how much we can learn here on youtube, thanks! Glad the videos are helpful

  • @peterhauer6745
    @peterhauer6745 Před rokem +1

    Your vids are thorough and outstanding in ALL aspects! THANKS for taking the time to make and share them. This is greatly appreciated and GREAT ATTENTION TO DETAIL!!!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před rokem

      Hey I appreciate that. You're very welcome!

  • @alundgren3656
    @alundgren3656 Před 5 lety +1

    Very well done. Usually I get board waiting for the actual video to start and just as board wishing they would speak faster and get to the point. This was spot on!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      thank you! glad you didn't get bored, I try to make them as short as possible but with as much information as possible haha

  • @toddgeorge1569
    @toddgeorge1569 Před 2 lety +1

    You are so awesome. Just bought a 2021 TW200 watching all your vehicles…Keep up the great work!!!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      thanks so much! glad to hear, have fun on it! ill keep the videos coming

  • @rickmcdaniel6784
    @rickmcdaniel6784 Před 3 lety

    Thanks Kid, I just adjusted my valves for the first time using your video. Very well done!

  • @treaddirt
    @treaddirt Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thanks for creating this video. Checked my valves today using this video and it went very smoothly.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 8 měsíci

      No problem! Glad it helped

  • @squirrel3244
    @squirrel3244 Před 4 lety +1

    yo just got back from a test ride after adjusting the valves. it was good!! thank so much.!!!!!! when i get paid ill hit up your patreon saved me alot of money and you taught me how to fix the bike confidently. thanks!!!!!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      awesome! glad to hear it went well, no problem! I don't have a patreon but I really appreciate that. glad to hear the video was helpful! 😃

  • @dianet3958
    @dianet3958 Před 6 lety +2

    Really well done, precisely executed video. Don't own a motorcycle yet, but seriously considering a TW200.
    I've been a mechanic for 30+ years, well done.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      hey thank! I try to put a lot of effort into these videos so people can get a lot of value out of them. the tw200 is an awesome bike and reliable and easy to work on. nice, I have been a mechanic for 7 years now. thanks again

  • @guyloisellegl
    @guyloisellegl Před 5 lety +1

    Thank for this very usefull HowTo, checked my valves, but did not need to re-adjust as they were still within specs.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      hey no problem! and nice, my valves were good as well the first time I checked them

  • @not1au
    @not1au Před 2 lety +2

    This is the best value clearance video on CZcams. I wish you had a XT250 like myself. I know the specs are different but the actions the same so your video is really helpful. Your camera work was so good I can actually understand what's being done unlike all the other videos I've seen.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey thanks, I appreciate that. Yeah I wish I had one, and a t700 too. Would be cool to make vids on them all. Glad to hear, I try to explain the theory behind it besides just showing only how to do it

  • @timmcg8138
    @timmcg8138 Před 6 lety +2

    VERY well done! Explained in a way that no one should be into intimidated to perform this necessary maintenance!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      hey thanks! hopefully many tdub owners will benefit from this video :)

    • @timmcg8138
      @timmcg8138 Před 6 lety +1

      TDubsKid many could benefit.....not just TW owners. Same process for most thumpers. Same as my DR except for different wrench sizes.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      well that's good to hear, as long as it doesn't use shims haha

  • @johnranyak1374
    @johnranyak1374 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the video. I just finished valve adjustment. You made it easy. Thanks again.

  • @markstrom7384
    @markstrom7384 Před rokem

    Awesome how to videos! I'm 57 and been around alot of teachers. You're among the best for sure. ThankYou!

  • @blessedwithchallenges9917
    @blessedwithchallenges9917 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I'll tackle it, since you made it look easy and understandable - thanks!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Good, best of luck take your time

  • @jamescorth9930
    @jamescorth9930 Před rokem

    Tdubskid, you are are great teacher. You explain the procedure very well this is why I’m going to adjust my Valves when they are due. Sure saves a lot of money having a shop do it and also the satisfaction of doing this myself. Thanks, Ddubskid. James

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před rokem

      Thanks 👍 glad to help, yeah plus you know how it was done and if it was even done right, most shops are flat rate so Techs are incentivized to work as quickly as possible. plus some techs have no idea what they are doing and screw stuff up, some are really good, it's a roll of the dice. i'm in the automotive industry, I imagine motorcycle shops are similar

  • @PineyRider
    @PineyRider Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you Wes! I just quieted my valves thanks to this video. Not the first time I used your channel as a reference. I, and I'm sure speak for many, appreciate your clear and thorough instructions👏👏👏. Best wishes always. 👍

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety +1

      glad you get them adjusted and fixed the noise. glad to help! ride safe

  • @k.w.churchill4397
    @k.w.churchill4397 Před 5 lety +1

    Adjusted ex. valve. Adjusted chain, changed oil and filter. Sounds great. Surprising amount of metal in screen and filter. First oil change of its life. I used a KREG screw for the adjustment tool on the valves. It worked GREAT!!!. I broke off 3/4 inch and stuck it on a small piece of rubber hose, with BluRTV....great tool !

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      nice glad you got it all squared away. that's pretty normal for the first oil change. that's a really good idea 😃 🔧🛠

  • @Mrwillems1981
    @Mrwillems1981 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks again for another great video! I don't know what we'd do without them!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety +1

      No problem! Glad they are helpful 😀

  • @mikeamast
    @mikeamast Před 7 lety +2

    You killed it as always!! Great job man....hope the knee is feeling better!

  • @rippsgaragetech9025
    @rippsgaragetech9025 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks! Just checked my new used 95. Was only .001 out of spec on the exhaust! This vid helped a ton! Keep if up!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      no problem! glad to hear it was helpful. ride on 😃

  • @Shipwrecked85
    @Shipwrecked85 Před 6 lety +6

    Thanks TDubs, your content has been super helpful

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      no problem!glad to hear :)

  • @metalinmotionshop
    @metalinmotionshop Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for showing a close up of the timing marks on the flywheel. The manual I have wasn’t clear enough. Excellent vid!!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      No problem 👍 the manual is horrible you can't see anything. I need to make a website and make my own online shop manual with high quality photos

  • @davidkendall9647
    @davidkendall9647 Před 2 lety +1

    bro, bro, bro, thank you, thank you, thank you, bro.......THANK YOU!!! everything i've learned about working on my bike is due to you

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      Great to hear! glad to help! 😃

  • @MOBStreet83
    @MOBStreet83 Před 3 lety +1

    Great Video! Again, I really appreciate how in depth you go on the procedures! Very precise step by step how to!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      hey thank you! Glad it was helpful! stay safe 😀

  • @virgilwalker
    @virgilwalker Před 23 dny

    Great video, totally clear and thorough. Thank you!

  • @lifesabeach1883
    @lifesabeach1883 Před 4 lety +2

    Five shops locally turned me away. I have 2008 tw and 89 tw. This helps. Thanks best most descriptive explanation on the wed. Cudos to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TDUDS. Forever

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      oh wow, I wonder why. good thing it's easy to do yourself. no problem! glad to hear it was helpful 😀

  • @gmanknuts
    @gmanknuts Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks for the vid! valves were out of spec and runs much cleaner with more power.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      No problem! I can sure make a difference when I adjust mine as well

  • @Velktron
    @Velktron Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome video, makes much less afraid to tackle this job on my Zongshen Sierra/ZS 200 GY-2. The engine and a lot of other parts are practically identical, and most TW200 procedures translate well to it!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety +1

      thank you! glad to hear. I guy near where I live has one of those, very interesting

  • @ArcticJeff
    @ArcticJeff Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks TDubs. I refer to this valve adjustment video and your oil change video all the time. I have an 85 Yamaha XT200, which is basically the same motor as what is in your TW.
    P.S. I tried doing the valve adjustment with a 10mm wrench and needle nose pliers. I finally got the valves within spec, but it was a PIA. I ordered the valve adjustment tool for next time, it will be much easier.
    Thanks again.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      No problem, glad you found it useful! Nice haha, should for sure be similar, yeah that little adjuster tool really helps

  • @tjm52071
    @tjm52071 Před 2 lety +1

    great video man, thanks for the excellent camera work and detailed info without being overly talkative..... cheers !

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      No problem glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @Sir_duck-d1e
    @Sir_duck-d1e Před 3 lety +3

    Hey, you have made an awesome video, all inclusive, understandable, simple. Our circle of riding friends has about 10 tdubs. Thank you

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      hey glad the vide was useful. Ride safe Tdubbers 😀

  • @mongosaqqara
    @mongosaqqara Před 4 lety +1

    Hey T-Dubs...finally got my valves adjusted properly...works killer and is a lot quieter...I've had my 06 since 06...bought in used with 250 miles on it for 3k....guy said it hurt his back...I did pipe fmf powercore 4 and jetting...bigger foot pegs and 47 sprocket...might go 15 on the front soon...I love this thing and ride it around town and the beach where I live...still only 6300 miles on it...thanks for your great channel buddy...stay safe.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      hey glad you got it adjusted, that's a great deal. ouch. those are some great mods. no problem, thanks for watching. ride safe :)

  • @jbooh88
    @jbooh88 Před 2 lety +1

    Got a tw this year. Had to buy a bw200 when a good one came available near me recently as well. The service manual is amazing, but It helps to see it done first. You’re youtube famous bro! I appreciate your content.Couldn’t find one of your videos on cam chain tightening…..( if tw don’t have, that’s on me)

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      very nice! glad you were able to snag one. true, I started making videos on the TW because no one else really was at the time. Glad you enjoy the vids. yeah the new TW's have an auto tensioner so I have never messed with it yet.

  • @jackneedham7210
    @jackneedham7210 Před 5 lety +1

    Excellent video. One of the best I've seen. Good work.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      hey thanks! glad it was helpful :)

  • @TourmotoDesign
    @TourmotoDesign Před rokem +1

    Hey tdubs! I don’t have a tw200 but I’ve been subbed for a while now and love your videos. I just had a customer drop off a tw200 for a valve adjustment (and a long list of other stuff) and I’m so glad I knew who to search for. Thanks for your technical videos! And the other ones too.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před rokem

      hey cool to hear, glad the video was helpful. no problem

  • @mrbigg7255
    @mrbigg7255 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video. Crystal clear instructions. Thanks.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      Thanks glad it was easy to follow

  • @chrisolson8640
    @chrisolson8640 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for making these videos. I just bought a 2018 TDub and love it.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      hey no problem! ill keep making how too videos for sure! good to hear your enjoying your new tw200! ride on :)

    • @chrisolson8640
      @chrisolson8640 Před 5 lety +1

      @@TDubsKid Truth is, your videos sealed the deal for my purchase!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      awesome to hear, ride safe my friend, let know if you have any questions

  • @TimmoDukes
    @TimmoDukes Před 6 lety +3

    Thanks for the video! Super duper helpful! Awesome!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      no problem, glad it was helpful!

  • @zoart9335
    @zoart9335 Před 6 lety +3

    Your videos are very nicely done.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      thanks! hope they are helpful

  • @dorkybug52
    @dorkybug52 Před 3 lety +1

    My friend gave me an 03 or 04 tw200. Which I'm super thankful about it because I was really in need of a vehicle that doesn't cost me an arm and a leg for gas. let alone my very own vehicle. He told me it needed a valve adjustment and a timing chain adjustment. my dad and I noticed the lines on the bottom were way off when the piston was on top. we both gave it a whirl but forgot to tighten the bolt down on the sprocket up top of the motor. Which it caused some serious issues the valves bent, the arm of the valve tad bit on the intake snapped, dalve pin was shredded off a couple other things happened. Anyway we got all the OEM parts for the bike about last weekend and got it rebuilt again everything was fine. We even broke in the motor before anything else. When we checked the oil flow on the top end it was all good. I thought it was a little odd though that there was more compression than usual but it still started right up with one turnover. Yesterday I took it out for a ride and the temps were going really high. aaand when it was immediately cooling down was when the motor was boogging down trying to shut itself off. And oil was everywhere the bike was smoking. I immediately used the kill switch to shut off the motor. we forgot to screw the bolt down that checks for oil flow on the top end. And thankfully the screw was still somewhere on the bike when it was towed home. Now it needs a valve reset and I'm hoping that there's no other issues on the rise. like bent valves or screwed up piston. I did try valve adjustments today to see if I can do it. Or if it'll help any. I made it worse lol as soon as I heard the ticking was worse than before I know I don goofed but I immediately shut it off after a couple seconds. So I left it there. Anyway would you happen to have any advice? I really want to take care of this bike and my dad is too tired and sick to help me with it. Thank you for your time! :)

    • @dorkybug52
      @dorkybug52 Před 3 lety +1

      By the way I like your videos I like the simplicity and details of doing the work and maintaining the bike. As well as the travel videos those are pretty cool xD.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety +1

      hey sorry that happened. are you sure the piston was on the right stroke when checking the valves? hopefully it worked out for you

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety +1

      thank you, glad you enjoy them

  • @donleddy1478
    @donleddy1478 Před 6 lety +3

    outstanding tutorial! Gave me the push/confidence to do this adjustment myself. Hope all the bike mechanics don't put a hit out on you! ;)
    Thanks

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      thanks glad it was helpful, haha I hope not. no problem!

  • @plantme777
    @plantme777 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Fantastic, as always. You are seriously a TW public service. I hope you are making lots of cash!🤣 happy riding!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 měsíci

      thanks! glad to help! hopefully people are able to learn some great skill from the videos

  • @guyloisellegl
    @guyloisellegl Před 7 lety +2

    Thanks, great video, did not think it was that easy!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety

      no problem, thanks! It is super easy on these bikes, sorta hard when you first do it but after that its cake

  • @bobman7881
    @bobman7881 Před rokem

    Excellent video all you videos are really well done
    Thanks

  • @mayuzumiscarlet6526
    @mayuzumiscarlet6526 Před měsícem +1

    Very useful thanks 👍 I'll check tomorrow my old tw200 😅😅

  • @arifsport2rr
    @arifsport2rr Před 3 lety +1

    Brilliant ! You're the 'TW200 Man' ! Cheers

  • @eddielozada3694
    @eddielozada3694 Před 4 lety

    Thanks kid for a great video. Very helpful and to the point. Keep the good work.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 4 lety

      Hey no problem! Thanks, I’ll keep them coming

  • @firo_hidro
    @firo_hidro Před 5 lety +2

    Great work m8. Keep it up! You deserve more subscribers

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety

      hey thanks! ill keep them coming, much appreciated, the nice thing about not having too many subscribers is I get to respond to all the comments 😃

  • @ottoswinebar
    @ottoswinebar Před 7 lety +1

    Hey, thanks for the upload. Helped me out heaps.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety

      no problem glad it was helpful!

  • @richardsteele6776
    @richardsteele6776 Před 3 lety +1

    You are a wealth of information. Thank you.

  • @chorazytorpeda16
    @chorazytorpeda16 Před 3 lety

    Done it - worked out quite nice. Thanks.

  • @artkenner9561
    @artkenner9561 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice job will follow your process hopefully it will help with my 2000 TW 200 (with a new OEM carb) that continues to backfire and miss.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      no problem. best to check the valves. also check for vacuum leaks. that can cause huge air fuel issues

  • @Nonplused
    @Nonplused Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent video. I did not have the special tool and used needle nose pliers. That works too, but took me a couple of tries to get it just right. Now time to clean the carb because I think my problem is the pilot jet, but I thought I would do this service while I had it apart. Turns out it was time as I was 0.005 on the intake and probably 0.07 on the exhaust (strangely I don't have a 0.007 gauge it goes from 0.006 to 0.008), so it was time. I ended up 0.003 on the intake and 0.004 on the exhaust (about).

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      Nice that works too! Yeah always double check it once tightened down. Good idea! Should be good for a long time now

  • @givemeall3ofthose
    @givemeall3ofthose Před 5 lety +1

    As a new tw owner, your videos are helping me so much. If you have a patreon I’d gladly donate.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 5 lety +1

      nice! glad the videos have been helpful. I don't have one but I appreciate that 😃

  • @MarylandWearAndCarry
    @MarylandWearAndCarry Před 7 lety +12

    Can make a tappet adjuster out of a square headed deck screw, an electrical twist cap and some jb weld. Works as well as anything you can buy.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety +2

      that would work too if you have some laying around!

    • @MarylandWearAndCarry
      @MarylandWearAndCarry Před 7 lety +2

      Gotta be ready for that apocalypse.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety +1

      haha true that!

    • @MarylandWearAndCarry
      @MarylandWearAndCarry Před 7 lety +2

      And according to Google a Coca-Cola can is 0.097 millimeter or
      0.00382 inch in case a zombie eats your feller guages.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 7 lety +1

      haha that's awesome!!!

  • @s.porter8646
    @s.porter8646 Před 5 lety +1

    Great vids man, love your voice too, good narration

  • @andrewbrown9844
    @andrewbrown9844 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video mate. Cheers from NZ.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

  • @fastdonald
    @fastdonald Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video! Thanks!

  • @nrspence8258
    @nrspence8258 Před 6 lety +1

    Great instruction like always.

  • @kodiak4240
    @kodiak4240 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the video ! Great job .

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      No problem! Thanks for watching!

  • @adrian_smadrian
    @adrian_smadrian Před 6 lety +9

    You're awesome man!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety +1

      thanks! glad the vid was helpful :)

  • @souhailshamaissem7564
    @souhailshamaissem7564 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent video mate

  • @johnboy2251
    @johnboy2251 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video, amazing animation.

  • @paulschroeder1078
    @paulschroeder1078 Před 6 lety +1

    Another great video. Thank you!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      no problem glad it was helpful!

  • @tommyhernandez7670
    @tommyhernandez7670 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome video thanks for the info great job

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      No problem 👍 thanks for watching

  • @chrisp3547
    @chrisp3547 Před 6 lety +1

    Another great video! Thanks!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      thanks man! no problem :)

  • @Possumliving
    @Possumliving Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the great video. I would like to point out something, though. In the video description you list electric start as a feature that was added on the later TWs. In fact, every TW200 ever built came with electric start. The first 13 years of production had both kick and electric.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před rokem +1

      no problem! good to know about that, I was not aware. wish they had always kept the kick

    • @Possumliving
      @Possumliving Před rokem

      @@TDubsKid yeah, me too. The good thing is that you can retrofit the kicker even on the new ones.

  • @212driller
    @212driller Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for this video. I wouldn't have done this without it! She's purring like a kitten now!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      no problem! glad it was helpful

  • @scottgrady8497
    @scottgrady8497 Před 6 lety +4

    Hi TDubsKid, picked up a TW200 and love your channel, was a big deciding factor in the bike I bought, your videos are top notch. I am about to upgrade my exhaust and was wondering if you will be doing a plug chop and jetting video any time soon? I live at sea level and don’t typically climb much higher then 1000’, some people say re jet and some don’t... thanks again for all the awesome content! Keep it up

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      hey awesome to hear :) glad your enjoying the videos. gottcha and that is on my list of videos but probably won't be soon I'm working on sooo many other videos already and i'm riding a lot more in the summer. yeah I would definitely would rejet if your at sea level though. i'm at 6000 feet and ride up to 12,000 feet sometimes. thanks again maybe I can try to fit the plug chop and carb video in soon but probably wouldn't be for another couple weeks

  • @owlerlane
    @owlerlane Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the valve adjust vid...

  • @user-jl6te3xz7m
    @user-jl6te3xz7m Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent video, not a word in Russian, but everything is very clear, thank you

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 2 lety

      Hey thanks! Glad the video was still helpful

  • @chucksmith5564
    @chucksmith5564 Před 8 měsíci

    Nice presentation very useful.ty😊

  • @frostbitevinnie
    @frostbitevinnie Před měsícem +1

    Perfect! Gotta adjust on the road in Spearfish!😁

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 27 dny

      Haha nice! Its easy to do with a feeler gauge torque wrench and basic hand tools, just don’t neglect torquing the rocker arm adjustment nut to spec lots of people had it come loose while riding from not torquing to spec.

  • @grigorcheitanov6970
    @grigorcheitanov6970 Před 3 lety +1

    I don't own any bike and this was still very interesting!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      interesting, glad to hear! you must like mechanical stuff

    • @grigorcheitanov6970
      @grigorcheitanov6970 Před 3 lety

      Btw, I started watching your videos about a week or so ago and I binge watch more and more . You have quite an uplifting attitude and editing skills. The talking rocks in the background is a great touch!

  • @kerrypurcell6022
    @kerrypurcell6022 Před 3 lety +1

    this is great information,,,,thank you,,,,,,

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      glad to hear, thanks for watching!

  • @Prestonesfpv
    @Prestonesfpv Před 5 lety +1

    You make some damn fine videos boy

  • @ishanweerakoon5458
    @ishanweerakoon5458 Před 5 lety +1

    Superb video

  • @alangifford5866
    @alangifford5866 Před 5 lety +1

    Well done video!

  • @bobmonger6142
    @bobmonger6142 Před rokem

    Great instruction!

  • @WARLOK813
    @WARLOK813 Před rokem +1

    Heh, unfortunately I found out the hard way to make sure I properly torque those tappet jam nuts, I was pretty far from home in the nastiest place of the day and mine finally let loose, luckily I could barely limp it out to road so my brother could get to me in his truck, information hard earned there, it was a real wrestling match to get back out of that swamp with the bike barely capable of running.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před rokem

      Yeah they definitely need to be torqued down to spec, they need to be tighter rhan one would think. Glad you made it out though

  • @GrzegorzLwpz
    @GrzegorzLwpz Před 3 měsíci

    Realy good video. I just buy this Moto and you realy help me 👍👍

  • @micktaylor2500
    @micktaylor2500 Před 5 lety +1

    Great vid mate

  • @64maxpower
    @64maxpower Před 6 lety +4

    Good job on the video. I like the way you described a 4 stroke engine cycle.
    I had to get a bigger tank. I was always having to put gas in my bike

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      thanks! yeah I though it would be good to explain what is going on for people who are new to how engines work. gottcha, yeah a bigger tank would be nice but I love the look of the stock one

    • @squirrel3244
      @squirrel3244 Před 5 lety

      im coming across this my self what did you upgrade your tank to???

  • @212driller
    @212driller Před 3 lety +1

    When you get to the point you need to rebuild your top end, I know people would appreciate a video on that. I am having a heck of a time trying to replace my valves.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      I will indeed make a video on it, hopefully not for a while still haha. hope you can get it squared away.

    • @212driller
      @212driller Před 3 lety +1

      @@TDubsKid it's definitely a good lesson for people to make sure to do proper maintenance. Unfortunately like my bike if you buy used you can be gambling a bit. Oh well, it is a learning experience.

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      Yeah what happened to it? Burned valves or mushroomed out valve top?

    • @212driller
      @212driller Před 3 lety +1

      @@TDubsKid I had a valve stem snap. When I first got the bike I adjusted the valves and the intake was way out of spec. Guess which one broke? Lol

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      the valve stem itself snapped?? or the tappet?

  • @ramonprestamo7280
    @ramonprestamo7280 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Tdubskid! Greetings from Spain! I have a 2009 TW200 and find videos very useful and encouraging. Congratulations! I suggest a video on carburetor cleaning, adjustment and maintenance. You may have done it and I missed it. In that case, sorry in advance. Best regards

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 3 lety

      hey there! thanks, I have not done one yet, since my engine runs really good still, I'm sure I will someday

    • @ramonprestamo7280
      @ramonprestamo7280 Před 3 lety

      @@TDubsKid Thanks! The engine of my TW seems to run fine, bit CO² emissions are todo high. Adjustment of carburetor is essential to avoid high emissions, but probably the most technical issue on a TW200. Looking fordward ti tour video on that! Thanks again and best regards

  • @rc2634
    @rc2634 Před 6 lety +1

    great vid!

    • @TDubsKid
      @TDubsKid  Před 6 lety

      thanks! hope it was helpful