there lies the major problem when you pay for this service....they didn't supply you with the map of what they found, or what shims were there....in this instance, you still do not have a clue as to what the clearances actually are, and they might be right on the line. Now, ride another 20k, and where will they be? you simply do not know.
I stress to anyone taking the bike in for service, that they INSIST on getting a map of what each clearance is, and that if shims were done at that time, the map MUST include what shims were in place, and what they put in there....
without this information, you still have to stumble thru any future service as if it was the first attempt, and cannot utilize the most valuable piece of the puzzle, which is having a map in hand showing what shims are in place and resultant clearances after service was perforomed, allowing you to simplify the next check by not having to remove the cams, to find out what is there...
It's amazing that people will pay for the work, and never force the data gleaned during the process, to be turned over to them.
Semper Fi....
I agree, but I'm curious - how many folks can confirm that their dealer was willing on doing so?
$275 for re-shimming? If so, that was a steal! I would happily fork over $275 to a dealer if they had a competent mechanic to do my valve check. I spent the better part of two days working on mine and I didn't even pull the cams (all 16 were dang near middle spec). But it was my first time digging into my bike, so there was a steep learning curve for pulling everything off.
I agree, but I'm curious - how many folks can confirm that their dealer was willing on doing so?
FWIW - Top Gear Motorsports in Athens did my valve service for $275. Can't say anything bad about Primo, but I have always found them a little high (both bike prices and service). But they are a good dealer.
-David
Athens, GA