Does your bike have a generator or an alternator? Prem ... From: Bob Leonard To: VintageAsianMotorcycles@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, October 17, 2009 2:36...
interesting..i had a 77 xl350 that i could not get to run right ..it had a "sputter" problem right at 2500 rpm..it would bog,sputter, then catch and run fine...
Sounds to me like the 2500 rpm stumble may have been caused by weak mechanical advance springs. I had a similar problem on my 1974 550-4. Solved that by...
My thoughts also. Either the advance mechanism is sticking at a certain threshold, due to spring tension of lack of lube or the timing is off. As for timing, I...
never thought to check the advance mechanism..the bike had sat for 10 years prior to me getting it. that could very well have been the problem. something for...
Ok. Get it flashing with the battery. Now, add a trickle charger or low Am charger. THAT has ~ 16 volts, which the battery will suck down to ~ 13+. But a...
... Noooo. Not usually... Things almost are halved, for a 6V system. 'Natch, use the correct small "6v" charger, for small/old bikes. A 6v battery will suck...
I don't think he was aware of your system being a 6 volt system. Anyway, don't do it! Prem ... From: pat julian To: VintageAsianMotorcycles@yahoogroups.com ...
it's not my bike..but i did read where the owner's original post stated it was a 6 volt system..i just wanted clarification...personally i DO know better.. ......
... Regards, Bob Leonard You can retro fit a voltage reg. I am unfamiliar with that bike, per se. Mostly you ought to see your effect mostly from idle to 3000...
Quite so. I am late coming back from a short "vacation"/conf for DMV managers and was side tracked to working on my 93 y.o. MIL's house. I eventually did see...
Back in the 50s and early 60s, my dad owned a trucking company in Brooklyn. He had a few trucks with six volt systems and he told me he used to put "marine...
Don't forget, The Yerba Buena Chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club, SF 49 mile ride coming Saturday Oct25th San Francisco, The start is at the bay View Boat...
i've had several 6 volt bikes, all hondas, but basically the same electroinics on most..the battery has to be fully charged, and the flasher unit needs to be...
I have been rebuilding some 305 Carbs and I have come across some questions.... First it's stamped on the carbs weather they are CB or CL 77 seems clear ...
Shane, Although I do not have the specs here in the house , I do have them out in the shop. I can tell you this. The needles are different to customize the...
Does anyone know of a head with 4 valves per cylinder that fits the KZ1000? I'm building a performance engine and would like to set up with a 4 valve head. ...
Bill, Is there room between the valve s and seats to go to larger valves? Wayne in Ohio ... From: billhsvda Sent: Tuesday, November 3, 2009 2:06 PM To:...
I have a complete Suzuki GT250 Complete with Solid Mufflers I would like to trade. I'm a 60's honda guy and this bike means nothing to me It's all there but...
Two months ago it was running. I didn't force it. I don't want to break anything I would like a Bridgestone DT175, Tools, or a 60's Honda. Regards, Shane Rivet...
I hope this helps. I will have pictures in the morning Model: Suzuki GT 250 Year: 1973 Category: Custom / cruiser Rating: 70.5 out of 100. Show full rating and...
Well I have this bike, a Step threw Suzuki 50, and a 1976 CB550. The CB550 runs great. I got these bikes to trade for parts, tools or 60's Honda. these bikes...
Hey Stephen 71? Wow that's a new one haha Well I was looking for Valve guide removers for the CB160. A small sand blast booth. Old 60's metal band saw, ( I...
I think I will do the same ( chopping wood). I was in the garage all day yesterday restoring 305, CA95,160, CL175 and CB CL200 Carbs. they look brand new. I...
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