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Need advice on what to do with the valves on my bike. Any input helps. So I have a 2013 kx250f and I am stuck between ti valves and stainless steel valves. Ive heard online that one is better tham the other and visa versa. Im probably going to end up going with Kimble white valves, springs, and retainers. Also should I grind them in or get them cut. Also will I need new guides or does that depend on the valves I go with?
They would have to be checked.
KW valves will last a very long time if installed correctly with new springs, retainers, keepers and seals with the proper head prep. The engine will not rev as fast with them, as they weigh more, but they will last a very long time.
The key to longer valve life on any modern 4 stroke engine is to not bounce off the rev limiter all the time.
Paw Paw
The valves will last a long time compared to the Ti valves. My head never got any special treatment. I spent many hours phoning and researching, and could not find a solid answer on whether to cut the seats or lap the valves. The local bike shop actually just dropped the new valves (with new springs etc) into place with the old seats and said they will be fine and will 'wear into place'.
I never liked the fact that they did this, but I never had any issues (i may have gotten lucky though).
I would follow Paw Paw's advice though, and have SS valves fitted properly with the seats cut.
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