Hi Gang, I have been reading the post about the 250 Elite not going fast enough an I AGREE WITH THE SUGGESTIONS TO FIX IT BUT I DO QUESTION THE PART ABOUT THE...
Jack I agree Yamahas are off subject but I had to relate this tale about my 180 Riva bought new. First year started instantly, next spring started but not as...
Yep, I know of that tiny jet. I (and several others) have been posting long emails on the Yahoo RivaRiders group about the Riva starting problems. I use a...
The Gang: In considering scoots with hard starting problems, another thing to consider is the poor quality of gasoline on the market today. Add ethenol to the...
Has anybody tried routing radiator air to their feet? I notice the air at the side vents is slightly warm if I stick my ankle over there while riding. I'm...
Has anybody tried routing radiator air to their feet? Hello: The 1984 CH125 Elite had a couple of air vents that could be opened to allow a bit of warm air...
Warren I forget that you haven't a way to go riding in all the cold that you live in. Out here in Santa Rosa we are experiencing frost in the morning and sun...
my 85 ch150d (elite deluxe) has feet vents that work amazingly well. I've never seen such a thing and after just a few blocks of riding they warm up and stay...
I've found a lot of plastic repair kits on the net. I need to know what type of plastic it is though. Does anyone know? Any preference on a brand of plastic...
I've had good luck with a fiberglass repair kit I got at the local hardware store. I also use a plastic welder on tougher repairs. Not sure what type of...
I think there are 2 kinds of plastic, polystyrene being one of them, can't remember the other. Look under plastic welding in the yellow pages or on the...
Try looking at www.urethanesupply.com they seem to have a good faq on plastic repair for Motorcycles. There is a ton of information on plastic repair on the...
I think you might be right. I've just been reading up on repairs. Replacement parts is definitely easier. I've got a Honda factory shop manual coming I just...
I'm all for finding used parts - they do come up on ebay from time to time. However, if you need new plastic the pieces are expensive! I've found it worth my...
Hello Group: I just finished restoring my CH 250 and repainting it the original color. Some of the plastic fairing was good, others had hairline cracks and...
Hey Jason I'm using a Supertrapp system on my CH250, which is great less back pressure, a little faster. But I had to use a Helix swing arm to fit it. But...
Niel that would be great.. Ill pay ship plus some cash....The best i found is 125 plus shipping so what ever you want for it i am in Daytona Beach Florida...
Hey all, Regarding the problem described below, I have so far checked the carb's main jet size and condition. It was correct and clear. So then I changed the...
Hi Sean: It has been my experience that the CDI and Pulse generator either work fine or fail totally, the coil can be intermittent. You may need CPR if you...
Just started reading some posts seems like a cool group Neil has already helped alot...as soon as i figure out how to post pice ill shw the 25 foot wheelie...
Thanks for info on the CDI & pulse generator. I'll swap the coil first in that case. I have a VOM (and actually know how to use it--electronic tech a decade ...
Hello Group: Today's Sunday News----Sean, for your problem, I would first rebuild the carburator. You would be surprised what a Honda mechanic misses. The...
I didn't have a mechanic look at the carb. (Haven't brought a complete bike to a mechanic in about 20 years. Isn't there some law against bringing your bike to...
Hi Sean: Based on reading your last e-mail the high speed circuit in your carburetor likely has an orfice or passageway plugged beyond what you see in the...
I thought about the carb some more. If it was a fuel delivery problem, I think it is unlikely that I would (am) be experiencing no sputtering. The thing is...
Sean: Put in a bid on the following items on eBay(http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=240 3899750&category=35594) and save your...
Doug, Thanks for the tip. I unfortunately ordered the coil/plug wire from a dealer this afternoon but if I need the CDI, then ebay may save me a huge bunch. ...
Sean: I know its terrible when your on the wrong end of things, but troubleshooting this is great fun! You won't really know if its the carb unless you...
Hi Sean: If you want to test the ignition components with your VOM, I can send you the procedures outlined in the service manual. My book is for a 1985 CH250....
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