Chrome Caps on Valve Cover -Help!-

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  • csw55
    • Mar 2026

    #1

    Chrome Caps on Valve Cover -Help!-

    Hey guys! My GS650 is missing 2 of the 4 round chrome caps on the valve cover, and one of the remaining two is really loose. My friends got a parts bike that has all of the caps, so I'm wondering: How do install/remove these things?!?
  • tkent02
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    • Jan 2006
    • 35571
    • Near South Park

    #2
    Screws come up from underneath on the 650. Taking the valve cover off is the easiest way. It's possible with a 90 degree screwdriver of the right size. Use locktite.
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    • csw55

      #3
      Originally posted by tkent02
      Screws come up from underneath on the 650. Taking the valve cover off is the easiest way. It's possible with a 90 degree screwdriver of the right size. Use locktite.
      Looks like I'll be taking the valve cover off haha. Thanks!

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      • Steve
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        • Jun 2005
        • 35927
        • southwest oHIo

        #4
        While you have it off, you may as well check the valve clearances, too.

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