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K&N upgrade
« on: April 12, 2010, 12:45:09 AM »
ok with everything being stock how large of a main jet should i anticipate?

and on an older post i saw something about another line the needs a filter if you remove the stock air box if there is can someone post pics?
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #1 on: April 12, 2010, 01:24:47 AM »
Not sure on the jet, but a lot of that is trial and error to begin with.  I think the extra line you are referring to may be the crank-case ventilation.  It really just comes down to having to put a filter on any additional lines leading from the air box.  Don't just plug them!

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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #2 on: April 12, 2010, 10:42:54 AM »
..i wish i could say what jet you're gonna need...but it seems my scoot has always ran a larger jet than most ppl here...

..just do plug chops as you go, and trust what your scoot is telling you...

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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #3 on: April 12, 2010, 04:02:45 PM »
ok with everything being stock how large of a main jet should i anticipate?

and on an older post i saw something about another line the needs a filter if you remove the stock air box if there is can someone post pics?

Mine had a K+N it had an 88 jet and a washer under the needle, I put it back to stock but thats how it was.

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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #4 on: April 12, 2010, 08:36:06 PM »
whats the easier or better way to go about the fuel mixture going with a jet that works or messing with the needle? and could someone post pics of the needle your all referring to?

and what size range should i get 88 - 110?
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #5 on: April 12, 2010, 09:25:47 PM »
The needle is for metering the fuel from about 1/4-3/4 throttle. The main jet does the 3/4-full throttle range. With just an air filter mod you should be able to get away w/ 2-3 sizes bigger than the stock jet. http://www.flydiver.com/HTML/Delorto%20Carburetor%20Tuning%20Guide.html   This site has more info on the basic carbs. we all run. The needle runs into the main jet, and depending on the size/setting it will alter the fuel flow through the jet.
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #6 on: April 12, 2010, 09:44:18 PM »
so what is the stock jet size?

also did you mean i will only need to up the jet a couple of sizes or will i have to mess with the needle

also what k&n should i get and is there a place that sells tuner sets of jets for a decent price?
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #7 on: April 13, 2010, 01:02:40 AM »
found a site that has some cool stuff maybe this will help someone else

http://www.scootercraft.com/product_info.php?info=p23077_Naraku-Carburetor-M4-Main-Jet-Set---Kymco-Filly---GY6.html

they also have the pilot jets as well

http://www.scootercraft.com/product_info.php?info=p23015_Stage6-Pilot--Slow-Jet-Kit---PWK-Carburetors.html

also a thought just hit me what happens if the k&n filter gets wet?
like when im riding home in the rain
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #8 on: April 13, 2010, 01:32:48 AM »
When I park at work (a very dirty place) and when I wash it I just slip a stubby holder over the filter, is a perfect fit.
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #9 on: April 13, 2010, 02:02:24 AM »
so what is the stock jet size?

Stock main jet from the factory on an A50 is an 80 if its restricted, an 82 if not.

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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #10 on: April 13, 2010, 02:09:15 AM »
yeah but what about when i ride home in a heavy downpour
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #11 on: April 13, 2010, 02:14:51 AM »
It has never been a problem on mine. Just stay out of the deep stuff. I also spray PB Blaster on it about once a week to repel water.
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #12 on: April 13, 2010, 02:34:52 AM »
oh OK didn't think of that

cool thanks for the info

i requested a week off for labor day so unless something bad happens i will have a new paint job new filter new jets and one bitch'in ride  ;D

and a high performance clutch kit (if i get lucky)

which kinda reminds me do you guys think that a 1k rpm contra + 5grm rollers + some slightly stronger than factory clutch springs would work with my stock setup? and what kind of enhancement could i expect
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #13 on: April 13, 2010, 04:24:50 AM »
That set up will give you more rpm's and a quicker launch/midrange. You will be cruising at higher rpm's but I think the difference is well worth it. One thing to be carefull of is if you use any 1 part spray can enamel they are not fuel proof. Lacquer, and urethanes are.
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Re: K&N upgrade
« Reply #14 on: April 13, 2010, 12:19:29 PM »
oh i know there is a clear enamel that I'm going to get for a top coat

so what is involved in modding the needle?
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