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seems i dont have to depress the brakes for the start button to turn over the engine... i just press the start button.. should i be worried about this? i...
donchan
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Dec 7, 2006
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am not yet needing to change tires, but when i do what are the absolute largest tires i can get on the scoot. i have 120-70/12 on the front and 120-90/10 on...
donchan
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Dec 7, 2006
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Make sure your brakelights arent staying on all the time. donchan <dcsf2001@...> wrote: seems i dont have to depress the...
Richard O
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Dec 7, 2006
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130mm is a wider tire, but probably won't fit into the space on the scooter. If you try changing the size, you will affect the performance and handling of the...
Sparky Alex
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Dec 7, 2006
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I put a 4.00-12 on the the front of mine and it handles WAY better. MUCH smoother. But I dont know how to translate between the two different tire measurments....
Richard O
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Dec 7, 2006
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if you put a 4.00 on, what was the original tire size? i talked to someone in a tirestore.. and he said they have them 3.5 4.9 4.5 4.75 dont know if this...
donchan
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Dec 8, 2006
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well, it seems you're right. .the lights stay on .. so, how do i unstick them? is it mechanical or electrical? meaning need to switch it out? or i can...
donchan
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Dec 8, 2006
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I think there is some sort of adjustment screw or bolt. I havent had the problem so I cant be sure. You should probably invest a few bucks on a Haynes Chinese...
Richard O
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Dec 8, 2006
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You know... I dont remember. It was the tire that came on the Tank 250. Low profile and it was horrible. I have NO idea what this sizing system is about. ...
Richard O
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Dec 8, 2006
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The way tires are sized is like this: treadwidth/profile/diameter Thus a 130/70/12 tire has a treadwidth of 130 millimeters, a profile (the distance from the...
Sparky Alex
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Dec 8, 2006
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If you look at the brake fluid reservoirs, you will see the switch wiring coming off them. The switch is actually 2 little metal plates, separated by a piece...
Sparky Alex
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Dec 8, 2006
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Not sure if you have this covered but generally, they are a press switch inside the brake lever assembly and can't really be adjusted. Some can though for the...
pwr_graphyx
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Dec 26, 2006
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In all liklihood, your brake switch is stuck. Turn the key on and check your brake lights. Stan http://www.oregonvintage.com Scooter Parts and Service Tips MRP...
Stan Jessup
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Dec 27, 2006
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thanks Stan,, did this and it was.. messed with the right switch ... duct taped it so it wouldnt "back up" so that when the brake lever was released it...
donchan
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Dec 28, 2006
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The Yahoo! Groups Team JIm (bandit motors) thanks for your response.. i have "fixed it" for now.. duct tape.. the button now gets fully depressed by the...
donchan
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Dec 28, 2006
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Take a look at the brake article on the info page of my web site (in the TT150 section). The most common issue is the locking tabs on the switch don't seem to...
Stan Jessup
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Dec 29, 2006
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I have a 150cc and the starter is acting up. I hit the button and nothing until I release the button and then it just makes a single click. The battery is good...
allen crawford
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Jan 6, 2007
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There was a problem reported with the kill switches on some scooters. I would check there first. ... nothing until I release the button and then it just makes...
Sparky Alex
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Jan 6, 2007
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Sparky, I can start it with the kick starter so wouldn't that mean the kill switch is ok? Allen ... From: Sparky Alex To: Chinese_scooter_forum@yahoogroups.com...
allen crawford
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Jan 6, 2007
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I would go after the starter switch then. Or a possible bad connection somewhere. If that's not it, then go after the starter itself. ... switch is ok? ... amp...
Sparky Alex
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Jan 6, 2007
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I have been having trouble with my Roketa Fiji 150cc scooter. It randomly backfires and then dies. Initially it would restart relatively easily, but then it...
Dan Bubis
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Jan 7, 2007
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Take a close look at the intake manifold. They will crack and then the engine gets too much air. They will backfire, not idle and will be very hard to start....
grumpyolnerd
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Jan 7, 2007
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Thanks, I'll check that out. Though when it's cold, it starts easily. It also sounds like random static discharge around the magneto area. No visible arcing or...
Dan Bubis
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Jan 7, 2007
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sorry if i've missed some posting already on this, but can someone (alex or other) guide me through the connections for an electric fuel pump.. i think i'll be...
donchan
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Jan 11, 2007
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oregonvintage.com . I believe Stan has something written up. I need to do it too. At about a half a tank, I start to get a funny idle and at high speeds its...
Richard O
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Jan 12, 2007
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that's about the tipping point for me too.. half a tank ... to do it too. At about a half a tank, I start to get a funny idle and at high speeds its...
donchan
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Jan 12, 2007
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If you have a touring model scooter, with the gas tank in front of the seat, the float in the tank probably needs to be adjusted to read the correct fuel...
Sparky Alex
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Jan 12, 2007
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Actually, I dont look at the gauge. I measure it by how much gas it take on fill up. 1.5 to 2 gals and the problems start. Sparky Alex...
Richard O
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Jan 12, 2007
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Ok, but if it "spluterred" at low fuel tank level but then continued to splutter and stall every mile or so AFTER the tank was refilled what could that be due...
Mike Booth
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Jan 13, 2007
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HEY, I JUST REMEMBERED WHAT CAUSES THIS PROBLEM!!!!! The fuel line coming from the tank to the fuel pump needs to be shortened, so that it doesn't loop up...
Sparky Alex
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