Can a carburetor be replaced in an aftermarket bike?
That being said, you also need to understand these new aftermarket carbs were not built as a direct replacement for any OE (original equipment) carburetor. For the past 60-plus years Mikuni has worked with OEM factory engineers to adapt their carburetors to a host of motorcycle models.
What kind of carburetor do I need for my Pocket Bike?
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What kind of carbs are used for vintage bikes?
These bikes primarily used Mikuni carbs. The jets in Mikuni carbs have been standard for years and if you know the number of the jet you need you can replace it. Keep in mind there are different sizes and shapes for main and pilot jets, so you need to get the right one.
How to clean and rebuild your motorcycle carburetors?
When you reassemble the carbs, count the same number of turns when installing each air screw. Remove the jets and be careful not to strip them or break any legs/supports within the body of the carb. Be gentle and use carb cleaner to loosen up varnish that may be fusing things in place.
That being said, you also need to understand these new aftermarket carbs were not built as a direct replacement for any OE (original equipment) carburetor. For the past 60-plus years Mikuni has worked with OEM factory engineers to adapt their carburetors to a host of motorcycle models.
Can you use vacuum ports on aftermarket carbs?
As mentioned, you may find the idle, mixture screws or choke levers in a different place than the factory carb. And, none of the aftermarket carbs have vacuum ports for petcocks or nipples or oil injection. But the good news is, these aftermarket carbs are inexpensive and there is usually a work around for any problem you might find.
Which is the best aftermarket bike carbs to buy?
also sells the complete line of Mikuni aftermarket (public release) carbs. They have the popular VM round slide carbs (similar to those on vintage Japanese bikes), the TM flat slide carbs, the HSR carbs for Harley’s, as well as the RS line of banked carbs for four cylinder bikes. I especially like the VM carbs for use on vintage bikes.
Can a Kawasaki Mikuni be used as an aftermarket carb?
Yamaha or Kawasaki would not share that part number and neither would other Mikuni carbs. So, while the round-slide aftermarket Mikunis look similar to many OEM carbs, there are differences. As mentioned, you may find the idle, mixture screws or choke levers in a different place than the factory carb.