161qmk By scooternut (Read 2,494 times)

[scooternut]

I just got this in looks real good going to put it in my mc-75-150!Can anyone tell me the good and the bad with this motor? THANKS for the help

[runningslow]

My scoot came with one from the factory. I got about 9000 miles on it before it died, but I probably could have taken better care of it.

I just installed a new one, similar to it, that I got from ScrappyDog. I ran it for about 30 seconds before it died. I lost all spark, but that was nothing to do with the motor and everything to do with the old 11 pole stator from the original motor. I'm waiting for my next payday (Thursday) to stock up on some new parts to get her running right.

The Good:
- its a 61mm cylinder, so its 168cc, not 150
- oil cooler
- ability to install BB kits larger that 61mm without having to machine the case.
- performance (although, I don't have any other reference for a 150)

The Bad:
- Its not a V8

Bottom line:
Take good care it and it should take good care of you. I don't think you'll regret it, but do know that every motor is different.

My 2 cents.