Desmodromic Valve System Explained

Discussion in 'Ducati General Discussion' started by Dave, Oct 15, 2012.

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Haven't had time to watch it myself but I am told that this is quite good ...

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Nice, whats the 3rd lobe for, balance?

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The other valve...that's a 2V cam, so there'd be a second valve and rocker assembly mirroring the one that's shown.

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Thanks, I have to open my eyes more. Forgot about the other valve.

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