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Post by yoster on Jun 27, 2011 13:09:04 GMT -6
You can't trust the fuel or temp gauges on these things. They're all different, but can still be used to identify things like overheating.
I.e.: On mine, the fan kicks on right above the first mark on the temp gauge (so, like, VERY cold on the gauge). When It gets up to 1/2 way, I know I'm probably approaching overheating.
They all read a bit differently, just like all our speedo's are a little different. Some are as little as 8% off, others, like mine, are 20% off.
As far as my fuel gauge goes. Mine shoes Empty when I have half a tank left. I use the odometer to gauge how much fuel I have left.
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Post by yoster on Jun 27, 2011 11:57:18 GMT -6
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Post by yoster on Jun 27, 2011 11:26:03 GMT -6
I've got mine set up so I can just reach underneath the front and dis-connect/re-connect the front light whenever I want lol! I don't need no stinkin' switch
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Post by yoster on Jun 27, 2011 11:17:39 GMT -6
The charging issues aren't with the 54B. It's the 244cc cfmoto versions (usually 54A) - you have the Linhai motor which doesn't suffer from these same charging issues (lucky! lol)
Regarding your headlight upgrades. I don't think anyone here has gone that high in wattage.. any heat/melting problems?
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Post by yoster on Jun 27, 2011 10:13:35 GMT -6
The reason the jumper caused them to come on bright is because you've essentially made the diode act as a relay. Replacing the diode with a relay will give you a few extra watts, as well as remove the 'dimming' effect of the headlights because they will then be running off the battery (which kind of acts like a big capacitor).
Do a search fro Damin's thread.. ultimately if you want to kick the charging issues with this scooter completely, you'll want to switch everything to LED, replace the blocking diode with a relay, upgrade your RR to a non-chinese version (like one from OMP), and ideally, put one of the 2 headlights on a switch.
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Post by yoster on Jun 26, 2011 15:09:08 GMT -6
lol, little 50cc version. This would be fun for kids:
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Post by yoster on Jun 26, 2011 11:28:56 GMT -6
I seriously don't get all the hate on youtube about this thing, or scooters in general. Everyone should go in there and give this video a thumbs up!
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Post by yoster on Jun 25, 2011 8:22:41 GMT -6
Before moving it to memorable posts, let's wait to see if it actually works for him. Coolers are designed for metal on metal surfaces. This could very well end up INSULATING the device (a common problem with cpu coolers if you apply too much thermal grease, don't sit it right, etc.
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Post by yoster on Jun 24, 2011 8:58:40 GMT -6
We have the 244cc cfmoto. 13g or 12g in ours wouldn't be a good idea The Linhai also puts out a bit more power than the cfmoto, so a well tuned un-modified Linhai will typically hit 70+, while the cfmoto is typically a few mph under it. Mine maxes, in stock form, at about 68mph, which is about on par for these engines on this scooter.
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Post by yoster on Jun 23, 2011 21:50:30 GMT -6
Well I could actually still go a bit higher in the RPM department. I know Cruiser uses 19g sliders, so thought a bit heavier (20g) might work for me.. I do more flat road trips but would still like the lighter weight in case I feel like heading up to the mountains sometime.
Generally speaking, would 20g sliders have better top end than 20g rollers, just due to their design?
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Post by yoster on Jun 23, 2011 21:30:57 GMT -6
Well first of all, I am sooo happy that my scooter has been running so well. I did the "cruiser mod" (as I call it) tonight.. disconnecting 1 of the 2 headlights and putting it on a switch. Man that was one of the easiest and best mods I've done. That, coupled with the removal of the diode and upgraded RR has got me cruisin' in the charging department now. I can chill at idle with fan running and still hold a 13v charge (1 headlight on). 2 is good, but dips a bit at idle, so this allows me to control that.
Anyway, I swapped out my 23g rollers for 20g yesterday. The shudder I previously had on takeoff is completely gone.. acceleration from 0 to 20 is noticeably quicker, \midrange power (20-40) seems about the same.. maybe SLIGHTLY less, and upper end power (40-70 indicated), is in the crapper.
I know they say, lighter rollers = more acceleration but lower top-end.. but then others here have argued that.
So, the question.. if I swap these 20g rollers out for 20g sliders, will I re-gain all the mid to upper range "umph" I had before with the 23g rollers, but still have the nice low-end acceleration of these 20g rollers?
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Post by yoster on Jun 22, 2011 12:23:23 GMT -6
Thanks guys - perfect info.
One last follow-up question. I know you can run sliders in dry variators since they're "self lubricating." What about regular ol' rollers? Safe to run those dry as well? I'd rather avoid ordering replacement screws for that cover and just run the thing dry if it's safe to do so.
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Post by yoster on Jun 22, 2011 9:52:48 GMT -6
Hey guys,
Swapping out my rollers last night with some lighter ones (20g). When I slid the part of the variator off that holds the rollers, I noticed it had like a shield behind it.. it was held in place by three screws. Of course, I rounded one of the three.. cut the top bit off and screwed the other two out to get this 'shield' off to then access the rollers.
Here's my question. I haven't seen this 'shield' on any cn250 kits, any of the 'how to' videos, etc. The dr pulley variator kit also looks like it doesn't come with this 'shield.' My initial impression is that its sole purpose is to hold the rollers in place should your belt break while on the road (not a bad feature actually), or to just keep dust out of there. But, is it really needed? I'm not in the mood to drill out the screw I messed up, so I'm kicking around just leaving the back part off and installing it like I've seen in other videos. Wanted to check with you first though.. smart idea?
Cruiser - You'll find this in your PM as well. Needed an answer this morning; looks like you're busy so I ended up posting it up on here. Thanks!
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Post by yoster on Jun 20, 2011 16:29:34 GMT -6
I personally don't think those are going to take off, with that engine anyway. The 250 is ok for a scooter, but that 'bike' is getting heavy.. full size tires, three of them, largeish frame.. the general consumer will expect more out of it just by looking at it than scooter-ish speeds (in real world testing it will undoubtedly be slower than our scooters). Bottom line, it needs a bigger engine.. or a much, much lower price-tag.
My 2 cents.
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Post by yoster on Jun 10, 2011 11:29:54 GMT -6
That yellow wire goes to your enricher
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