What is the float level?
Liquid level floats, also known as float balls, are spherical, cylindrical, oblong or similarly shaped objects, made from either rigid or flexible material, that are buoyant in water and other liquids.
How is the float bowl reattached on a Triumph Bonneville?
In this case I was only changing the pilot jets from size 40 to size 42. Then the float bowl is reattached using the same s/s screws. Although the idle mixture screws I have can be adjusted when the carbs are fully mounted, I prefer to adjust them at this point using a needle nose pliers with some tape to protect the brass.
How big are the Jets on a Triumph Bonneville?
Here’s another view of the carb bottom with float bowl removed. Once this was done, I was able to access the main jets, pilot jets and idle mixture screw to install the sizes and settings I wanted to test. In this case I was only changing the pilot jets from size 40 to size 42.
How does the CVK work on a Triumph Bonneville?
As the piston floats up and down, it raises and lowers the needle inside this main jet. This action is what regulates the gas flow into the carb. After the piston is back in place and seated correctly all the way around, it is time to reinstall the cover. Make sure you remember to tighten the 4 screws down the same amount.
When did the first Triumph Bonneville come out?
Triumph Engineering was responsible for that first generation of Bonnevilles, and they were responsible for the second, as well, which ran from 1985 to 1988. 2001 would prove to be a third chance for the model, but this time the bike would be manufactured by Hinckley, Leicestershire’s Triumph Motorcycles.
In this case I was only changing the pilot jets from size 40 to size 42. Then the float bowl is reattached using the same s/s screws. Although the idle mixture screws I have can be adjusted when the carbs are fully mounted, I prefer to adjust them at this point using a needle nose pliers with some tape to protect the brass.
As the piston floats up and down, it raises and lowers the needle inside this main jet. This action is what regulates the gas flow into the carb. After the piston is back in place and seated correctly all the way around, it is time to reinstall the cover. Make sure you remember to tighten the 4 screws down the same amount.
Here’s another view of the carb bottom with float bowl removed. Once this was done, I was able to access the main jets, pilot jets and idle mixture screw to install the sizes and settings I wanted to test. In this case I was only changing the pilot jets from size 40 to size 42.
Where is the CARB Assembly on a Triumph Bonneville?
This allows the entire carb assembly to come off the engine and can be turned sideways on the left side of the bike. I found that a 2×2 wood placed between the transmission case and the carb assembly works well at holding it in place.
What is float level adjustment?
Adjusting the Float Level A low float height makes the bike run rich and a high height makes it run lean. If the float does not measure to spec, adjust it by bending the tang up to allow a higher float or down to lower the height.
Does float height affect idle?
The float height adjustment will mostly affect only part throttle openings.It has a static setting that,when at idle,the float valve will open only very small amounts.At WOT (Wide-Open-Throttle) the float will be at its lowest for full fuel flow,so the height adjustment will not affect WOT.
What was the significance of the Yamaha 650?
At Yamaha the special became the standard. Three years later, after the wide proliferation of special styling, it’s easy to forget what a landmark bike the Maxim was. The 650 was striking, controversial, sensational, and wildly successful in showrooms.
When did the Yamaha XJ 650 Maxim come out?
The 650 was striking, controversial, sensational, and wildly successful in showrooms. Succeeding models were refinements; the 1982 XJ650J had a more comfortable cut to its handlebar, an air-adjustable fork, and a more luxurious seat. For stoplight aggression, the Maxim was well armed.
Where is the alternator located on a Yamaha Maxim?
The engine looked lithe and athletic too; Yamaha made it narrow by locating the alternator piggyback—behind the cylinder block and above the gearbox rather than hanging the works on the end of the crankshaft. The Maxim had another amazing feature for a motorcycle touted as a high-performance piece: shaft drive.