Ok, So I just checked valve clearances for the first time and want to make sure that I am on the right track. Just got the bike. The PO knew nothing about bikes and it shows.
99 M750
Horizontal
Intake Unloaded .004 Loaded .012 Difference=.008
Exhaust Unloaded .005 Loaded .012 Difference=.007
Vertical
Intake Unloaded .0015 Loaded .007 Difference=.0055
Exhaust Unloaded .0015 Loaded .007 Difference=.0055
Now from what I gather I need to remove the shims and measure.
Looks like I need to file down the Vertical Oeners
Not sure which way to go with the closers. Help?
Yes, sand (no files! :o) the openers to give 0.004" clearance, using 400-600 grit wet/dry paper with oil and a flat (like plate glass) surface and a figure-eight motion.
It is generally recommended hereabouts to obtain closer shim clearance of 0.000"-0.001". Ducati has looser specs, but for butter-smooth running, go for the near-zero clearance. You'll need to measure, calculate, and buy new closer shims. You'll need a tool to properly measure the closers. I recommend emsduc.com for the tool and shims.
Use the search feature, there's bazillions of posts dealing with valve adjustment.
Sand or replace the openers. Replace the closers.
Search and read all of the posts (including my own!) on valve issues and congrats. Once you get to valves, you are in pretty good shape for DIY maintenance on a Duc.
Sounds like you know what you're doing. I posted this up after doing mine... it may still be helpful.
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=18964.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=18964.0)
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