Timing adjustment

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Timing adjustment

24 May 2007 18:44
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Hi,
I have an 1983 KZ 440 with electronic ignition. The bike lacks power and backfires on both cylinders. I have more or less ruled out carb problems. Can anyone give me tips on how to check and adjust the timing?
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Re: Timing adjustment

24 May 2007 20:04
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There is no adjustment. although you could slot the pick up mounting to get some adjustment, you would be wasting your time.

To check the ignition timing just hook up a timing light to either cylinder and point it at the timing advancer. You can see the F mark and the pointer pretty easily.

Manual and tons of info available at www.kz400.com .
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