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Workshop Walkthrough
A four-stage preview of a CB750 K0-K8 restoration. The teardown stage walks cam chain orientation and the three-stage reverse-torque head lift, the engine stage plays the full procedure on-canvas, the wiring stage previews points-style harness work, and the reassembly stage ends at the cold valve clearance set.
Teardown: Drain and strip, mark cam chain orientation to the crankshaft sprocket, remove the cylinder head in the three-stage reverse-torque sequence (29 -> 25 -> 15 N-m), and inspect the cam chain tensioner before the parts leave the bench.
Workshop Walkthrough
Watch each step animated on-canvas, then run the numbered steps below at the bench. Tap to pause; pinch to zoom when paused.
Step 01 — Drain and strip
Drain oil and coolant. Remove the tank, side covers, and seat before touching the engine.
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