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Post by SteveWard3928 on Jun 6, 2013 14:27:38 GMT -5
[replyingto=steveward3928]SteveWard3928[/replyingto]Thanks to everyone. I followed your advice and paid $2800 for a 2004 Honda Reflex. And I am very happy with it.
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 20, 2013 4:04:03 GMT -5
[replyingto=chihuahuas]chihuahuas[/replyingto]Well I did not know that is why I asked on this board. Come to think of it, while I was cleaning the carb the float actually fell out of the carb. Not knowing I just re attached and then put the carb back together again. I will try this.
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 19, 2013 9:41:14 GMT -5
OK, I have been idling rough since the start of the riding season. I changed plugs but it did not seem to help. I noticed the plug was black and wet. The wet came from my carb that was not tight. That has been fixed. I went and bought 2 new plugs. I put one in and ran the scooter for 45 seconds. Turned off the scoot and re-checked the plug and it was jet black again. I am not exaggerating it was only for 45 seconds.--I know I must be running rich...but damn....45 seconds!!! I moved the ratio screw out to 1.5 turns from tight and still getting a black plug. How far out can I safely turn the ratio screw on the carb?
--I like my idle around 1800 RPMs. I have noticed there are times while idling that my RPMs will jump up and my bike will move forward by itself (not a good thing). 
Any ideas??
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 16, 2013 14:40:54 GMT -5
[replyingto=urbanmadness]urbanmadness[/replyingto]But how would that explain gas that shot out of the muffler when I initially tried to start it?
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 16, 2013 14:38:21 GMT -5
[replyingto=cytoruck]cytoruck[/replyingto]Funny you say that. Yes it is fuel and yes with the initial attempt to start....gas did shoot out of the muffler. It actually shot out a good 4 feet from the muffler.
What I have found out so far. I took the carb back off to re-clean. I noticed that 1 of the 4 screws of the cover (where the jets are at) was stripped. It was not catching onto the carb. I replaced the screw and now all 4 screws are tight.
But how would that allow fuel to go inside the muffler? I would think it would travel on the outside to the lowest point and then just drip off.
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 16, 2013 14:29:55 GMT -5
[replyingto=hank]hank[/replyingto]It is a 4 stroke (If that is what you meant).
150cc GY6
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 16, 2013 10:41:14 GMT -5
I have never heard of this problem before:
I am actively looking for a new scoot. My present one I was gonna sell to a neighbor for $100. But I have noticed I have gas (not oil) dripping form the muffler!! Has anyone heard of this or had this problem?? If so what would be the cause & cure?
I cannot sell a scooter that drips gas
What I have found out so far. I took the carb back off to re-clean. I noticed that 1 of the 4 screws of the cover (where the jets are at) was stripped. It was not catching onto the carb. I replaced the screw and now all 4 screws are tight.
But how would that allow fuel to go inside the muffler? I would think it would travel on the outside to the lowest point and then just drip off.[/b][/color]
Also my plug was black. Sandpapered it off....2 trips around the block and it is jet black again. And it is a new plug NGK C7HSA
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Post by SteveWard3928 on May 10, 2013 23:56:00 GMT -5
I need members opinions 1 more time please. I have had it with my Eagle 150 and I am actively looking for another scoot. In your opinion....what would you think the best choice would be?
I am looking at getting a used Honda Reflex (250cc) they have been selling from $1600-$3500.
I also am looking at:
iScooter RoadRunner 250cc Highway Queen: evosales.com/pd_best_scooter_250cc.cfm
Jonway with Saddlebags 250cc: [/b] evosales.com/pd-250cc-scooter-moped-road-p.cfmIf this was your decision what would you do and pretend you are NOT very mechanical in nature?Owners of Roketa Scooters.....Would you buy another Roketa or look at something else?
****Update: OK all votes are for the Honda. That re-enforces what I was thinking. Thanks for taking the time to answer my question, fellow Dawgs.Thanks to all for their opinion. I did buy a 2004 Honda Reflex for $2800. And I love it.
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Post by SteveWard3928 on Apr 19, 2013 23:50:35 GMT -5
2 questions:
1) I installed a performance muffler about 2 years ago. Do I have to upgrade my carb or jets? I heard that when I put in on, it allowed the exhaust an easy way out and that would cause an imbalance of fuel and air in the system. I am thinking that may be why it runs rough while idling.
2) I have a GY6 150cc. Would it hurt anything if I allowed the fuel to enter into the engine (carb) by gravity? It seems to run alot smoother that way.
Thanks for any help, Steve
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Post by SteveWard3928 on Apr 10, 2013 20:16:59 GMT -5
Need to buy a new spark plug. Is there any benefit for buying a resistor spark plug?
2009 Eagle
GY6 4 stroke
150ccAlso, why did we change to a different website? What happened to ScootDawg??  Steve
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