2005 2-stroke People 50 fuel filter

[willmax]

I have a 2-stroke People 50 (2005) that has a bad fuel filter.  I've had it at a local shop that sells and services Kymco scooters for almost a month waiting for a new filter to come in.  Apparently they're back-ordered at Kymco America.  Does anyone know of another supplier of this part?  I'm getting frustrated about having to wait so long.

[Peters]

Any universal in-line fuel filter will work. Thing is you have to find one that fits the tiny fuel lines on these things. 1/8" - 3/16" universal in-line filter will work. You can find them on eBay or maybe a small engine shop locally.

[willmax]

Thanks very much.  I'll see if I can find one.

[JJPhare]

I read about replacing the Kymco fuel filter with a standard one from the auto store. It is difficult to find Kymco filters even at the dealer.
I have a 2003 People 50. The fuel filter casing has 3 tubes connected yet the new filters only have two connections. What do you do with #3?
Also, how do you add brake fluid? I can see the level from the right handle (throttle) however the cover seems almost impossible to remove? Any suggestions?
Thanks for any assistance to this newbie from Denver.

[wordslinger]

..are you sure that you are looking at the filter, or the fuel petcock?


..the filter only has an inlet and outlet..the vacuum operated petcock has three tubes...

[Peters]

Ok, you're right. I should have know that  

Anyway, on the ppl the fuel filter doubles as the auto cock. This is a vacuum controlled valve that shuts when the engine isn't running. So the third line on top is a vacuum line. You can either install a universal filter as well as a manual valve, or you can order an OEM assembly. Here's a link to an OEM parts supplier, Stadium Yamaha. They usually have the best prices around. I think you can mention the forum and get a discount  

http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/pages/OemParts?aribrand=YAM#/Kymco_USA/BA10AD_People_50_Single_Seat/Fuel_Tank/2K01010005/01010043

Item 379 is what you're talking about right?

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BTW, welcome to the forum 

[wordslinger]

...here's a pic of my 01...

..with a inline filter...petcock is below, to the left..

[Peters]

Right, there is a filter element in there as well. The bowl screws off the bottom.

[wordslinger]

..woww...i did not know that...

[wordslinger]

..if it will function without the insert, remove it and install an inline, something like the pic...there's a lot of smaller ones available...

[Peters]

I was just thinkin the same thing 

[JJPhare]

My 2003 looks a little different than the photo. On the right rear under the seat there is a case with two screws holding a casing. Unscrew the case and inside is a fuel filter. I'm still cinfused as to what to do with the 3rd tube but I will contact the link that was sent.

Also, any suggestions regarding adding brake fluid? I can see the level from the right side of the throttle. The front is difficult to remove. Is the CDI under there also?

[wordslinger]

..cdi is under the front cover, and it issa bitch!..be careful...

..can you post a pic of this filter case??

[Peters]

The brake reservoir is a pain to get to. I believe you have to remove the mirrors, turn signals, and all the screws. There is a bolt right up underneath the headlight too. Then the cover just pops off. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cover and fill it halfway up the sight glass.

The filter/auto cock is in wordslingers pic. It is the black plastic cylinder with a flange at the top where it bolts on.

[JJPhare]

I don't have a pic at the moment but will post later. Thanks for everyone's help.