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I should note as well that I had the cylinder and head bored and honed and the valves checked by a local Toronto professional which lots of experience. I'd be hesitant to think that the valves weren't reseated properly. Though that would explain a knocking sound, the one that I hear on my bike...

I'll have to recheck the points gaps tomorrow. Stay tuned on that one. The washer and bolt are the same ones I took out when removing the top end so they shouldn't be too long. I made sure it was tight but not overtightened. So, took it for a quick ride and noticed a few, possibly helpful...

But on a positive note, the cam chain seems to be in good order as there was no visible lag I could tell of

Update: just did a crank rocking test and as I was I noticed that the washer and the little cylinder that the Phillips is pointing at were slipping just a tiny bit. I feel like this has a hand in the problem.

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll look into that stuff. Sorry, I do have the starter motor installed. Just removed it to get the engine out easier but it's definitely running on the bike. How do I perform the crank rocking method? I'll check the rest and keep you guys posted about it. Cheers!

Hi guys, I was just reading this because I recently rebuilt the top end of my '71 cb350 twin and I'm getting a slapping/knocking noise. I've narrowed it down around the left side rocker arms. Already adjusted the cam chain tensioner and adjusted the idle as it was a little slow. I noticed that...

Will you be making more kits for the cb360?

Hello All, I'm looking for a space to work on my new project bike. Just bought a 1980 Yamaha XS400 that I want to rebuild and get on the road by next season. Either looking to get in on a garage space or if there are enough people in the same boat I would be into outfitting a new space for us...

Hi, I know this is an older post but I just bought my first project bike ('80 yamaha xs400) and I am looking for a garage space to work on it. Let me know if you have any available space in your shop. Cheers