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Post by rks on Sept 4, 2015 7:07:36 GMT -6
Blue Loctite would be fine, but don't over do it. A litte dab will do ya. If your scooter is like mine, and has the 2 nuts above the bearings, one to adjust the play, and a second to lock the first one in place......I would apply the loctite so it will only be in contact with the lock nut.
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Post by rks on Sept 4, 2015 6:33:44 GMT -6
No Krogers in our area.....but......"Tops Markets" are all over Western New York, and offer the exact same deal that you described above. (87 octane runs about $2.69) I do use it in the pickup and car.....but refuse to burn "Moonshine Gas" in my scoot or bikes. So, I'm driving 5 miles farther and paying $3.40 a gallon for 91 octane real gas. Only one station within 20 miles that has non ethanol. Not complaining about the price too much, 'cuz' it is a dollar cheaper than last year at this time.
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Post by rks on Jul 11, 2015 5:01:25 GMT -6
I bet this same problem has been experienced by hundreds of thousands of scoot owners......and with scooters of all brands. Good idea to remove it all immediately after purchase, if you can get away with it in your state. Even my larger, German made two wheelers, received a bit of modification to this area, shortly after I bought them.
Glad you have it fixed..... you and your scoot will both be happier.
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Post by rks on Jun 19, 2015 6:55:45 GMT -6
2011 Jonway with 157QMJ Long Case Emissions removed durning PDI K&N Cone Filter, 115 Main, 35 Pilot No other mods to engine or electrics Operating Elevation 500ft to 2000ft Other factors are probably more meaningful than elevation, at least until you get to 4000 feet. The library section here, has lots of good info.....such as this link rejetting basics |
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Post by rks on Jun 8, 2015 17:37:22 GMT -6
If you do as cyborg spelled out in the last line of his post, this problem will never happen again. It's my opinion that removal should be part of every scooter buyers PDI. Can't see the need for emissions control, when you consider how many miles our scoots will squeeze out of a gallon of gas.
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Post by rks on Jun 2, 2015 3:30:46 GMT -6
Probably only had a hundred or so miles on it when that was taken. I meant to take the "after" shot, before putting the plastics back on, but forgot to. Couldn't believe how many feet of hose I pulled out of that area.
Fast forward three years and add 6400 miles.....engine bay might not be quite as clean today, but it's not a pig pen either, and it is running....oh so fine.
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Post by rks on Jun 1, 2015 19:09:27 GMT -6
I have to agree with cyborg, to a degree. Some vehicles should never have an auto tranny, I still enjoy a manual shift, even though I spent my working life shifting 8, 9, 10, and 13 speed trannies. The Subbies CVT is amazing, but when I ordered and waited for the new Camaro a number of years ago, it had to be the 6 speed manual. And of course, before I had 200 miles on it, I had to install a short throw shifter.  |
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Post by rks on Jun 1, 2015 18:51:38 GMT -6
Mine also had a couple of places that looked as tho something should be hooked to them. You can see that in this picture  But as I said....I removed all that stuff before I started the scooter for the first time. Not only a less cluttered engine bay, but a more dependable fuel/air delivery system.  |
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Post by rks on May 25, 2015 3:47:02 GMT -6
This is not a direct answer to question number one...but I removed the canister along with a bunch of hose, and other unnecessary crap, as soon as the scooter was removed from it's shipping crate. The fuel tank vent line was zip tied up on the frame, with a gas filter on the end to keep crap out.
The crankcase vent tube coming from the valve cover, connects to the air filter box. You can do the same thing with that hose, if original air filter system has been changed to a K&N, or similar type aftermarket product.
Both of these lines need to breathe......everything else can go.
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Post by rks on May 22, 2015 18:29:03 GMT -6
Could you have maybe hit the kill switch on your handlebar?
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Post by rks on Apr 29, 2015 6:21:59 GMT -6
Very nice bike....ya know there is no law against having both a scooter and a motorcycle.
Being the owner of, and truly enjoying two, 1200cc, German made cruisers, I am still very fond of my little Chinese scooter, and it is my go to vehicle when I need something at NAPA, the grocery store, the hardware store, etc., etc.
When you are going a longer distance, or Mama wants to go for a ride, or you feel ya must be able to run at highway speed to be safe.......It's nice to have a capable motorcycle.
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Post by rks on Apr 17, 2015 1:57:41 GMT -6
A little more than a year ago, we bought a new Forester with the CVT. Subaru's version of this type of tranny is simply amazing....more involved than a rubber belt and two pulleys as in our scooters, but the same basic principle. CVT's are the future.
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Post by rks on Apr 8, 2015 16:34:14 GMT -6
This sounds like the vent for your fuel tank is plugged. There has to be a way for air to get in the tank, to replace the gas that is being removed. No air in....and it doesn't take long til there's no gas out....new fuel pump or not.
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Post by rks on Mar 14, 2015 17:15:01 GMT -6
Think I would go by the owners manual, rather than what someone told me.
I did find these specs for a YP 250......still think your owners manual is the best bet
YAMAHA YP 250 MAJESTY 4UC
Year of manufacture:
1995 to 1999
VIN:
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Specifications*:
Engine size:
249
Cylinders:
1
hp/kW:
20/14
Valve clearance (intake):
KALT 0,08-0,12 MM
Valve clearance (exhaust):
KALT 0,16-0,20 MM
Engine idle speed:
1450-1550 U/MIN
Carburettor air screw:
1,9 AUSDREHUNGEN
Tyre pressure (front):
1,75 (2,0) BAR
Tyre pressure (rear):
2,0 (2,25) BAR
Spark plug 1:
NGK DR8EA
Spark plug 2:
NGK DR8EIX
Electrode gap:
0,6 MM
Fork tube diam.:
33 MM TELEGABEL
Front/rear sprockets:
-
Chain:
-
Capacities:
Fork oil per rod:
142 ML SAE 15W
Engine oil w/o filter:
1,2 L SAE 10W40
Engine oil with filter:
1,2 L MIN. API SE
Brake fluid:
DOT 4
Final drive oil:
250 ML SAE 10W-40
Fuel:
11,0 LITER
Coolant:
1,4 LITER
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Post by rks on Mar 10, 2015 19:02:36 GMT -6
I actually prefer the analog style myself....as you can see here.....not the best location, but I manage...and the voltmeter plus the oil temp gauge, are a lot more useful than the factory installed speakers that use to fill those holes. [img src=" ![]() i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj622/rks3526/IMG_0081.jpg" src=" " alt=" "] |
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