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Post by runningslow on Jan 3, 2012 12:02:31 GMT -6
I've changed the tires on my scooter by hand. Just used a couple tire irons, soap, four hands, a few elbows, knees, etc... a few choice four letter words and plenty of elbow grease.
The guy that helped me has changed plenty of motorcycle tires in the past, but said these were the worst, because of the size. They don't have as much flex to them as a larger tire would.
Got them on no problem and didn't need to be balanced. Though, I may just be lucky. I've considered getting some Dynabeads for the future.
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Post by runningslow on Jan 3, 2012 10:32:34 GMT -6
very true..but if you use a gy6-b case....  BmWxPR: Are the QMK or QML considered GY6-B engines? I know these are a more robust case, because at least both of mine were cast ready for a 61mm cylinder. The critical issue I've run into with these engines is the head bolt spacing, so I wouldn't be able to use any of the BBKs that I've seen. (Not that I'm looking to go any bigger right now) |
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Post by runningslow on Jan 3, 2012 10:25:08 GMT -6
There used to be quite a few of those around but after Googling I only saw one on Scrappy. I did run into a 250cc GY6 on MBE which I have never seen before. The problems with the 200cc GY6 encompass two main areas. First, the original GY6 was designed as a 50cc and pushing it to 200cc is really reaching the farthest limits of this design. Our buddy Steven at MonsterGY6 does custom built motors up to I believe 180cc but he beefs them up from top to bottom. The 200cc that are simply bored and stroked with the basic stock innards are prone to failure. Just PM Runningslow and see what he thinks. He bought that very engine from Scrappy and not only did it literally come over from a slow boat from China but was one heap of trouble. The second part of the problem with these engines is that they have the engine number 161QMK. This is not just an innocuous number stamped on the side of the engine, it means it has a 61mm engine bore and a different head. Good luck finding replacement parts for this puppy, again, just ask Running slow. IMO, your asking for a lot of trouble for little or no gain and would be better served juicing up a 150cc or talking to Steven at MonsterGY6 about getting a 180cc that would probably run circles around the 161QMK. Rich, actually, I believe them to be a quality motor. I've put several thousand miles on mine with no trouble. That being said, I will say to avoid the motor, for no other reason than finding replacement parts.I think many of my problems with the replacement engine from Scrappy were sadly, self inflicted. Actually, the engine was running great when I had to pull the head to replace it, because of the broken exhaust stud. I believe I was running extremely lean, which caused it to run hot, which caused the exhaust stud to crack out. The issues I've had with the oil cooler are are definitely self inflicted, which I still have not resolved, but that's just a cash flow issue. FYI, the engine I bought from Scrappy was stamped 161QML (~189cc). The factory motor on the Matrix was a 161QMK (~168cc). |
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Post by runningslow on Jan 3, 2012 8:33:37 GMT -6
let us know how the new can style stock exhaust system works for you, im sure you will find it quite silent but not too silent and im sure it looks 1000 times better then your first stock exhaust =) thanks for the trade by the way, it took me the remainder of the day to tune my carb to handle new exhaust but i got it finally, a bunch of riding WOT and stopping and taking my torch spark plug out and checking the color then adjusting carb and over and over and over, i think thats the reason the it got melted is because your carb was not tuned proper. just a tip if you experiance any backfires, turn the lean/rich bolt all the way in ( to the right ) and back it out 2 and a half full turns thats the stock setting. ( remember clockwise is lean, counter clock wise is rich ) on mine i have it set on 3 turns out because with gy6 motors, you always want to run a tad bit rich as it keeps the high temps lower then running too lean. please resume modding your scoot as me and im sure all of us is highly interested. and also let me know if you need help with your project as im 2 hours away =) happy scooting... Thanks. I'll definitely let you know if I need your help. Its not a big deal at all to load it up in my truck and head your way. I just need to dedicate some time to getting it getting road worthy again, then I can start on modding it. I wanted to yesterday, but I couldn't get myself motivated.  I'm actually going to have to fabricate a bracket to hold that pipe... something similar to the one used by the pipe I gave you. My swingarm doesn't have the necessary mounts to use it as intended. Hopefully, it won't be a big deal, but I think I can come up with something using some flatbar to mount to the existing mount points. |
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Post by runningslow on Dec 15, 2011 11:58:24 GMT -6
HO HO HO...retirement is great in Florida Mike Living and working in Florida ain't too shabby either! ;D I started living the Snow Bird lifestyle at 18 and I became a year round resident at 22. |
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by: runningslow - Dec 15, 2011 11:49:15 GMT -6
Post by runningslow on Dec 15, 2011 11:49:15 GMT -6
I seem to recall seeing things like that for rent when I was down in Key West a year ago... I've also seen something like that locally, but it had a roof.
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Post by runningslow on Dec 13, 2011 12:44:05 GMT -6
drjeff, are you still offering graphics? I'm planning to repaint my scoot and I think I'd like to get a few new graphics to put on it.
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Post by runningslow on Dec 8, 2011 9:45:41 GMT -6
I drain the oil from my scooter into a small cat litter tray that will actually fit under the bike, then I dump that into the larger oil drain pan that I use on my cars. Once I've managed to fill that, after a few scooter and car oil changes, I start pouring that used oil back into the original oil bottles with a funnel. After that, in theory, I take them to Wal-Mart or AutoZone for recycling. However, at the moment, I have half a dozen or more 5 quart bottles sitting in my garage.
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Post by runningslow on Nov 30, 2011 7:42:54 GMT -6
Josh - are you still working on that thing? <thread jacking> Larry, unfortunately yes, I'm still working on it. Just have not had the time. It is running, but not road worthy. I'm 99% sure the timing is off a few teeth and I need to get a new muffler. It shouldn't be more than a Saturday to get it running right, but I haven't had one of those free in a long time. The body plastic is another story, but I should have it 100% soon. Also, if all goes to plan, there will be a new bike for next summer. Probably a motorcycle. I really like the look of the Kawasaki Versys. </thread jacking> |
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Post by runningslow on Nov 29, 2011 15:14:46 GMT -6
Thanks Alleyoop. Yes the weather here is great for riding. This is actually my first scooter. My fiance and I treated each other to scooters for Christmas. Welcome to the board! Florida is great for winter riding! I'm looking forward to getting my scooter back on the streets for the upcoming season, just been slow going with my schedule. I'm also still trying to get my wife on one, too. |
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Post by runningslow on Nov 28, 2011 12:21:10 GMT -6
I am considering getting a second engine for my Tao Tao GY6 150cc. I am having one problem after another and I am beginning to feel like when I had my MG, I had to have one to drive and one to work on until the other one broke. Scrap dog sells a GY6-200 complete performance engine, is this engine a viable replacement for my stock engine? While I get my stock one straight of is ther a better engine out there for the 499$ price. First and foremost, Scrappy is a great vendor. I've bought more than a few parts from him and I've never had any issues. That being said, I have that engine from Scrappy. It was essentially a carbon copy of the factory motor on my Matrix. At face value, its a fine motor. Nice boost of power and you get an oil cooler. They come ready for a drum brake, but I was able to use it with my disk brake with no problems. I'm sure I have a few thousand miles on the motor, too. Not sure exactly how many, since my odometer wasn't working for awhile. However, its built to the same quality controls standards as your typical chinese parts. If you have any problems with it, as you undoubtedly will eventually, you will have a hard time finding parts. Some parts are interchangeable with your typical GY6 150cc, but most are not. Scrappy told me that he doesn't have any heads that will fit. In fact, he told me he doesn't even know where he could source any. Things I know for certain: Heads are not interchangable, which also means you won't be able to use any big bore kits (but it already has a 61mm cylinder). The Variator has a larger outer diameter and its shaft is a different diameter. You can use aftermarket variators if you use the original boss. I'm about to find out if the the final drive gears will swap out with some performance gears that I also bought from Scrappy. |
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Post by runningslow on Nov 28, 2011 10:43:31 GMT -6
I can' believe you took that off! Umm.... I do need a functioning turn signal.  However, it is definitely being kept as a souvenir.  |
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Post by runningslow on Nov 27, 2011 21:29:12 GMT -6
hey if you want a quiet muffler i will trade you mine, its stock and dont look bad at all, i want a loud one and mine is very quiet. was thinking about drilling a couple of holes in it but glad i didnt yet. =P i live in florida about 2 hours from davenport. let me know =) Check your PMs. |
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Post by runningslow on Nov 16, 2011 15:36:42 GMT -6
All I can say is trial and error. What works well for one person, may not work for another.
One thing to consider: get yourself a variety of cheaper weights to work with. Try a few different setups to see what works, then once you figure out the ideal weight, invest in a quality set of that weight.
My 2 cents.
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Post by runningslow on Nov 16, 2011 15:29:51 GMT -6
Ha! Love it! ;D
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