Compression Readings Are High

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by Atomic Monkey, Aug 22, 2025 at 12:32 PM.

  1. I would appreciate any thoughts on this...

    2012 848evo, 3,000mi running rough abouve 95c.

    Compression test , engine warm,
    Vertical - 245psi
    Horizontal- 255psi
    Manual has good compression reading 210psi
    New gauge so not sure what to compare it by.
    Just ran through some very bad fuel. Running 90% better but still very rough above 95c
    Could I have slightly bent the valves (both?)

    Thanks
     
  2. Something far wrong with these figures. 255psi would indicate an impression ratio of around 17:1 assuming no leakage! The 848 compression ratio is 12:1. so would expect around 170psi at very best. Definitely not bent valves.
     
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  3. Thanks Derek,
    I am thinking the gauge is way off. The shop manual quotes 210psi.
    Thanks!
     
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