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Post by rks on Jul 28, 2018 6:04:36 GMT -6
Now that you've enjoyed a little saddle time with it.......you may have a harder time saying goodbye.
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Post by rks on Jul 19, 2018 3:58:46 GMT -6
How about if we fast forward 3 and a half years to the present.
I recently replaced my drive belt again. Having noticed a drop in fuel economy, I checked my maintenance records to find the belt was coming up on 3 years old. Ordered a new one, and installed it a few weeks ago. Old belt had 6,120 miles on it, and ran from Aug 2015 until Jun 2018. Just like the previous Gates PL30507, it showed no signs of fraying, or cracking, but the last 5 tank fill-ups had averaged only 79.07 mpg. (413.8 miles - 5.233 gallons) Pretty lousy for me, and way below the 4 year average posted in my signature.
5 fill-ups since installing the new belt have averaged 87.85 mpg. (441.3 miles - 5.023 gallons) Now that's more like it.
Highly recommend the Gates Powerlink Premium belt.
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Post by rks on Jun 29, 2018 15:39:20 GMT -6
No posts on this thread in over a year and a half......thought I'd jump in and complain about having to pay $3.499 a gallon for real gas, around here lately. Then I went back to page #1, and realized that prices were actually higher 6 and a half years ago. Can't think of anything else selling cheaper today, than it did in December of 2011. So, I guess gasoline is a real bargain today.....maybe I should park the scooter, and use the Silverado more often.  |
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Post by rks on Jun 29, 2018 15:24:03 GMT -6
I have an oil change coming up in a week or so, odometer will be at 14,250 miles, with 750 miles since last done. Will use the same brand and weight that I have, since Ii was uncrated back in 2012. Mobil Delvac 15w/40.
Don't get sucked into the super slippery, somehow magic, $10 a quart, oil myth. My oil changes cost $1.70, using what I do. My scooter shows no signs of wearing out, my engine has no leaks, and never needs makeup oil between changes. Just one mans opinion.......
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Post by rks on Jun 26, 2018 6:29:49 GMT -6
If the float is actually floating, adjusted and installed right, then it has to be the needle or it's seat. With a new carb, these things should be ok. You do have a fuel filter installed in the feed line....right? Original rubber fuel lines will break down from the inside out if using ethanol blended gasoline. This, or other crud will keep the needle from closing fully.
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Post by rks on Jun 18, 2018 7:00:27 GMT -6
It may be helpful if we knew what scoot you have. I am confused.....your problem is belt destruction...right? Then you mention an EGR head, something about a timing chain, and an oil pump.
Breaking belts as you describe is caused by something behind the variator cover......not some other engine part. Sounds like it is being cut down by something, don't know how it's possible to burn a belt off in just a few miles.....there would be a lot of blue smoke before belt let go.
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Post by rks on Jun 1, 2018 3:27:21 GMT -6
Why not change that oil now? Who knows what's in it...water?, gas? Because it only holds 3/4 of a quart, and has no real oil filter to replace, it will cost less than a small cup of coffee from Dunkin Donuts, to do the job.
As suggested above, check those valves....I'd do a complete PDI. These little Chinese scoots will deliver years of dependable transportation, and tons of fun, it maintained, and operated properly.
Get that nasty stuff out of your crankcase.
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Post by rks on May 3, 2018 6:25:10 GMT -6
That canister is part of an EGR system. just remove it, along with it's hoses, and place a vacuum cap on the exposed nipples. Most auto parts stores, sell a container of assorted size vac caps for a few $. As stated earlier, make sure the breather hose, coming from the valve cover, remains open.
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Post by rks on Apr 30, 2018 5:31:09 GMT -6
I removed all of that stuff before starting my Jonway for the first time. When left intact, It will cause problems down the road. I'm certain there are Utube videos, on PAIR System Removal.....cap off all exposed nipples after removing hoses......(Exception, breather hose from valve cover must remain open). Make or purchase a block off plate for the exhaust pipe connection location.
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Post by rks on Apr 17, 2018 3:54:23 GMT -6
You might check the crankcase ventilation tube (hose that comes off of the valve cover). Make sure it isn't pinched, kinked, or closed off in some other manner....it must remain open so your engine can breathe.
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Post by rks on Mar 15, 2018 6:12:05 GMT -6
" Looking at the spark plug now, it seems quite ok to me. Isn't it?" NO.....cyborg is right....way too rich. My scooter's plug, after 12,000 miles, is pictured below.  You won't convince me that your carburetor is fine, not with a plug looking like that. Maybe you have a nest full of dead mice in your air cleaner. |
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Post by rks on Mar 2, 2018 17:27:58 GMT -6
If you have a smart phone, there are motorcycle handlebar mounts available. Snap your phone in it, turn on your speedo app, and hit the road. Biggest drawback would be removing and re-installing at every stop you make.
The link I posted above will take you to Walmart......but these are available all over....bike shops, Amazon, Ebay, etc. Just measure your front tire's circumference, and then make sure the unit you buy can be set to that number. Example: My 110/90-12 tire covers 61.6" in one revolution. When I had a 120/70-12 tire on it, the measurement was 58.4 inches. (going from memory, numbers may be off by a couple of tenths)
Do a little research, you find one that'll work.
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Post by rks on Mar 2, 2018 5:31:42 GMT -6
I'd go with a speedo something like the one in this.... LINK |
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Post by rks on Feb 28, 2018 7:00:28 GMT -6
 "Dooley", Wifey, and me......went to see our granddaughter at her State University Campus. It was a beautiful, late September day, and a wonderful 105 mile ride. Glad I'm still able to do this kind of thing at age 70. As I've said before....I'm very fond of all my bikes. But "Dooley" is my favorite, it is a sweet running, riding, and handling machine. |
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Post by rks on Feb 26, 2018 17:50:42 GMT -6
I believe nearly all bikes are like that. Of the four I have, three read 5 mph faster than actual speed, and yet they clock miles pretty darn accurately. The forth, has an accurate speedometer, but the odometer looses 7.5% of the distance i travel.(100 actual miles, register 92.5) My checks are all done using GPS readings.
You would have to have a programmable speedo to do any correcting......I kinda doubt CF Moto installs them on their scooters. You could get one of those bicycle computers, they can be programed for different tire circumferences, or one of the speedo smartphone apps, if you have a way to mount your phone........or just accept it for what it is, make necessary corrections mentally, and enjoy the ride.
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