New variator and sliders

[ScootrGrl]

So I finally changed the variator, sliders and clutch spring and I can definitely tell the difference.  One thing I have noticed is that my bike sounds louder.  Is this normal?  Who here has used the Malossi variator with only 6 sliders as opposed to the stock 8?

I also changed the tires and put a 120 on the front.  What psi do those of you who have gone bigger use?

TIA!

Tracy

[mrmike]

   Tracy

I changed my tires out for Michelin city grips. I also increased my front tire size to a 120. I usually run 30 psi in the front and 36 psi in the back. I weigh about 200lb, and ride solo. I have my stock Maxxis for sale. If anyone is interrested PM me

[Stig / Major Tom]

If your scoot sounds louder with the new parts in the CVT - you're probably turning more engine RPM's than before at the same mph.
Stig

[drade]

Why are you guys putting on larger tires? To make the ride comfier? Are you only doing that on the front wheel?

[agilebda]

So I finally changed the variator, sliders and clutch spring and I can definitely tell the difference.  One thing I have noticed is that my bike sounds louder.  Is this normal?  Who here has used the Malossi variator with only 6 sliders as opposed to the stock 8?

I also changed the tires and put a 120 on the front.  What psi do those of you who have gone bigger use?

TIA!

Tracy

Would be interesting to find out how that Malossi Variator is working out for you. I was thinking about doing the same. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

[wheels]

PSI is a ratio, bigger or smaller the PSI is the same.

Have never done a Mallossi.

Have to wait for the Maxxis to wear out, the front felt squirmy on the Downtown.

The tire label and owners manual differ on air pressure, I side with the tire company.   On my motorcycles I usually go 2-3 pounds higher than recommended but on scooters I stay with the standard front tire PSI.  I keep the front at 28, subjectively it feels like it 'bites' better in twisty corners.  A rider shifts the center of mass higher and toward the rear  and adding a passenger makes the front end even lighter.

[Stig / Major Tom]

PSI is a ratio, bigger or smaller the PSI is the same.



The tire label and owners manual differ on air pressure, I side with the tire company. 

By "tire label" I trust you are not referring to the max PSI figure molded into the side wall of the tire?
Neither the owner's manual, nor any labels on the scooter, will ever agree with that max PSI number molded on the tire.
That number on the tire is the PSI past which the tire should never be inflated - it is not the PSI recommended by the people who designed and built the scooter or motorcycle. The correct figure is stated in the manual and is also printed prominently on the scooter, depending on one or two-up riding.

Most tire experts will tell you that putting an over-sized tire on a stock scooter wheel will actually pinch it out of it's designed shape - and will actually slightly reduce the contact patch of tire/road.  Only increasing the wheel rim width along with the tire width will increase the contact patch.
But, try explaining that to "bigger is better" folks.

Stig