How do you check the advance unit on a Yamaha motorcycle?

How do you check the advance unit on a Yamaha motorcycle?

To check this you must use a timing light with the engine running OR with the engine off, physically turn, and jam in position, the advance unit. Then check it. Most of the Japanese engines I time in the retarded position except for the Yamaha 2-stroke singles. They seem to have weak advance springs, making timing in the retarded position iffy.

Do you check ignition timing in reverse rotation?

NOTE: If the ignition timing in the forward rotation is correct, the timing in reverse rotation will also be correct. Therefore, timing checks are only required in the forward rotation. I. Remove the dust plate from the cooling fan shroud.

What causes a 2 stroke engine to run backwards?

The bike may fire up and sound normal, but it can actually go backward! The cause of this unique problem with 2-stroke engines is the ignition timing. If the timing is close to TDC (top-dead-center) it is possible to catch the piston just at the wrong time with the result that the engine runs backward.

Why does my car only run forward or reverse?

If your vehicle won’t run or only runs slow or only goes forward or reverse. These switches could be the problem.If you have a vehicle that only goes forward or reverse or high low. Under the switches you will see the wires connecting to each switch.

How to adjust the timing on a Yamaha outboard?

Start the engine, (with the timing light attached) (carbs at idle) and advance the timing fully. Check and adjust. Yes, the idle will rise some with the advance but not much and you can adjust the WOT advance.. Depending on the set up, it should work… . I don’t know of a sticky for carb cleaning but it has been addressed MANY times.

When to put the motor in forward or reverse?

Forward is identified when the prop will rachet when turned CW. Very common problem. The lower shift shaft is not in the correct position. You need to drop the gearcase, adjust the lower shift shaft until forward on the control, puts the motor in forward, and then reinstall the gearcase.

Can you adjust Wot advance on Yamaha outboard?

Yes, the idle will rise some with the advance but not much and you can adjust the WOT advance.. Depending on the set up, it should work… . I don’t know of a sticky for carb cleaning but it has been addressed MANY times. As posted many times, remove the bowl, float ALL JETS, ANYTHING where water / corrosion can hide and clean spotless.

If your vehicle won’t run or only runs slow or only goes forward or reverse. These switches could be the problem.If you have a vehicle that only goes forward or reverse or high low. Under the switches you will see the wires connecting to each switch.