Question:

Replacing dirtbike valves?

I wanna do it myself My dad knows how But i must buy the parts I have a rmz250 and i was wondering if u can jus buy valves and seals and jus put them in without grinding since the seals are new i heard u must gring the seals to get the valves to sit flush againt the metal serface but cant u jus buy new seals and retainers and put that in plus the valves and ur done?

Answer:

It all depends upon the wear in the cylinders of the engine. Usually they are honed and made smooth again prior to installing the new rings, seals, etc.
you *can* just put the valves seals in and run it but it is NOT recommended. If you want the best seal which will = the most power, the valve seats need to be cut. If your not running a titanium intake you could get away with just lapping the valves with course and then fine lapping compound. I know a lot of people who just lap them in, but the most professional way with the best results is to cut the seats.

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