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Yeah, that's the same one I ordered, did you try running it without the jet mods, if so what caused you to do the rejet? I saw/heard Scott's bike running in person, it seemed to fire right up and run just fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kb96gt
I've stated before I'm not mechanical at all (though I have aspirations to be), is putting the new exhaust on pretty straight forward? Time estimate?
the clutch position is ont he left here too wouldnt change it for which side of the road since we cna ride in the other side in Europe legally if our insurance covers it properly i suspect its teh same reason the suicide shifter never took off taking your hands off the controls not a good idea especially if its windy only difference between bikes that ride on the the right/left hand side of teh road is the direction in which the lights are pointed for this we have to put tape at certain points so not to dazzle on coming drivers if we drive in europe
Don't worry man, owning a motorcycle you'll get mechanical pretty quick. Take your time with any mods you do and try to see the "why" not just the "how".Quote:
Originally Posted by turner82
I did run it with stock jetting for a while. It runs fine like that and is just a little lean. Mine was backfiring and popping when getting off the gas at high revs. Rejetting and tuning the carb cleared it up. Removing the air pump from the motor will help that also.
Putting the pipe on is probably the easiest mod I've done yet. There's only 3 bolts. 20 minutes at the most for a first timer?
" Removing the air pump from the motor will help that also."
I've been looking to get rid of all the extra crap from the motor but don't know what I should or shouldn't take off. Is there info on what can go?
I'd also be interested in this if anyone can point to a guide (or create one themselves)Quote:
Originally Posted by lewnor
And thanks for the heads up Kevin, glad to hear it's easy to do. I figured it was "direct bolt-on" sounds like a snap, but you never know, it could be like the "some assembly required" stickers we've seen and dreaded before :D
here take a look
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o...t/100_4143.jpg
used the piece to make an Aluminium gasket and kept the gasket that the blower had. i have since painted it black
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o...10508-1647.jpg
Good pics Gardo. The only thing I'd add is that you gotta cap off the line from the carb ot the pump. Just cut it and screw a bolt into it.
There are some posts on here that go into more detail if you need it as well. I think barnone shared what he did with his df bobber.
Put over 50 highway miles this past weekend. 60-70 mph no prob, but damn the shitty roads around here. I was keeping it around 60 and felt great. At one point I realized I had no tail or brake light. Found the light had loosened up just enough to lose the ground. Quick fix back in business, loctite it when I get around to it.
Take it easy guys, enjoy the sun if you see it. :icon10:
I did about 80 miles on saturday night, left the house after the rain, met some folks at a car show and went bar hopping on the bike. i was the smallest bike but I kept up and rode with pride. Kept up at a pace of 60 -65mph Of course I didn't get home till after 3am LoL... still in the dog house from that. :lol8:
I also painted the gasket black with some high temp black gloss.
Almost 800 miles on the bike now. Need to check her all out, chain is starting to get a bit too slack may need to check the valves but i'll do that when i get the carb for the bike
3 weeks till Americade :riding:
So here's my question for you heist owners.
How many miles/km do you have on the bike?
I'm having trouble seeing what you took out around the carb.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gardo
Attachment 4247
Take a look at the red circle
Check it out guys
http://www.mychinamoto.com/forums/sh...ll=1#post27885
Got the new exhaust last night, but the rain killed any plans I had for installation, still might be this weekend before I get around to installing between weather and work.
Turner awesome news man :thumbsup:, remember pics lots and lots of pics :bling:
Gorgeous day today and its supposed to be a nice night as well, looking forward to the Rutt's Hut Bike night tonight :riding:
I also just finished putting together a photo compilation of the Widow set to Oingo Boingo's Weird Science.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOdWXUyDkLs
Can't leave me alone to long this is what happens when i get bored :lol8:
Hahahahhaha. :clap: Gardo - you made my day man, lol, shaking my head.
Damn the rain Turner! It'll be worth the wait tho.
I thought it was fitting :icon10:
Brother stopped by real quick last night and we put the new exhaust on:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqnZF6DV3mI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqnZF6DV3mI
Had it out for a little bit, seemed to run pretty well. A little bit of backfire, but nothing to be alarmed about (that I'm aware of). From everything I've read it doesn't do any real damage. Can any of you gearheads confirm? It mostly if the shifting timing was off (remember I'm still learning) or at times during decceleration.
Fired right up though, seems to have more power and get up to speed a little quicker, it was noticeable, but not extreme
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back-fire
- you probably just need to richen up a bit because you have increased airflow, i think Vince said that before and i know others have said this
- you can cause problems and even danger with extremes of backfire through inlet but minor exhaust burns you describe should be OK if it is from lean mix
I'll try adjust the screw to play with the mixture. Though they're calling for 2 more days of rain again :|
The good news is the weekend is supposed to be beautiful and well into next week as well!
Sounds great man. Is that pipe baffled? Sounds just a tad mellower. Could be the recording though, I imagine it's bit deeper sounding than it comes across as.
If the bike is popping it is running lean. Two easy things you can do straight away. I'd throw a washer under the needle and remove the SAI. It's EASY man. We'll walk you through.
Great first mod!
I think it's just the mic, it was recorded from my iPhone, it definitely sounds better in person.
Is the secondary air intake necessary or just EPA nonsense? I'd appreciate tips on removing it if you think it will help
Its EPA nonsense and easy to remove you will need to make a gasket for the over though. once that is done you will definitely need to richen it up. with the new exhaust you will want to upgrade the jet. The stock is a 98 and you'll want to step up to a 102 i believe.
I hit the bike night by me last night close to 300 bikes and my Widow got lots of Lovin. Also bumped into a few old friends that I havent seen in years. Good time but too late a night. Didn't get in till way past midnight.
The weather is starting to break so ride safe guys, shiny side up!
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y75/ltnor/photo.jpg
I have about 335 miles right now.
nice ride and awesome helmet man, I love the old school hats. I wanna get one in Red with the flakeQuote:
Originally Posted by lewnor
I just broke 900 miles today. 906.6 to be precise :thumbsup:
I thought the mix screw was just for idle? I wouldn't touch it.
Are you running the bike with the choke on? If not lower the idle, it's too high. If you run the bike with the idle that high you'll wind up chipping a tooth when you engage 1st gear. If you have a clip-on tach bring it down to 650-700 RPM at idle. Sounds like it's up around 1100 in the video. Also you can adjust the fuel mixture screw by removing the black rubber cap that covers the screw courtesy of the EPA, it's under the float bowl. Use a dental type pick to pry it out. General setting is 1 1/2 turns out from bottom. With that pipe you'll need to rejet to a #101 on the main.Quote:
Originally Posted by turner82
SSR22925
Nice to have someone drop in who knows stuff ... why don't you introduce yourself in the new members section?
Thanks for the advice SSR22925 and welcome.
No choke in that video, it was actually taken right after I was out riding, haven't had much trouble engaging first gear, but I may try lowering the idle anyhow
Welcome SSR! :thumbsup:
Turner - The screw on the side of the side of the carb is the idle, turn in high idle, turn out slower idle. The air/fuel mix screw is on the bottom of the carb at the front, hidden under that black rubber plug.
Read up on that walbro carb pdf circulating here, it's great info.
Word up, nice weather and a day off for me. Gonna go mess around and take a good ride. Holiday weekend y'all, Enjoy!
Dig the lid Lewnor! Not only old school cool but really helps to be visible in traffic!Quote:
Originally Posted by lewnor
Sometimes I feel ridiculous in my disco ball but it's just cause my big nose is poking out leading the way. :icon10:
Enjoy the riding, we've got another day of rain scheduled today, but after today it should be smooth riding all weekend! I'm hoping to get some serious seat time in tomorrow, my wife and daughter are going to a birthday party without me.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kb96gt
I've got a copy of the carb PDF printed, hoping I can make some adjustments to the idle and mix screws and see if that gets me where I need, if not I'll start looking at the jets.