Why does my 2-stroke dirt bike keep fouling plugs?

Why does my 2-stroke dirt bike keep fouling plugs?

So, you have some work ahead of you to determine why you keep fouling the spark plug in your 2-stroke dirt bike. Worn or damaged pistons leak oil which fouls the spark plugs. Bad jetting, bad gas and an incorrect gas to premix ratio all result in fouled spark plugs. Check your air filter too.

Why does my dirt bike keep fouling spark plugs?

Incorrect jetting is one of the most common causes of plug fouling, but we’ll look at what the top reasons why your dirt bike keeps fouling spark plugs and how you can fix it before spending a ton of cash on continually replacing spark plugs.

What should I do if my spark plug is fouled?

First thing to do if your spark plug has been fouled is to check the air filter. If it’s really dirty, that makes it difficult for air to get through to the engine, causing a rich condition. Either clean it thoroughly with some Air Filter Cleaner (Amazon), or buy a new filter.

What kind of spark plugs do dirt bikes use?

Spark plug manufacturers aren’t always the same, so make sure you find out how they rate them. For an example, an NGK BR9EG is commonly used in a 125 2-stroke dirt bike. One plug hotter would be a BR8EG.

What kind of spark plug for KTM KTM 2 stroke?

I beleive the 2004 and the 2005 have the same motor. I have a 2004 250 exc with a 2005 sx head and piston installed. My manual calls for a BR7ES for the exc or the mxc.

What kind of parts do I need for a KTM 125?

Choose from our wide range of KTM 125 sx parts including sx 125 bars, grips and levers, sx 125 brakes, pads and discs, sx 125 carburettor, chain and sprockets, chassis, NEW sx 125 clutches, engine parts, exhaust systems, handle bars & steering, heads and covers, oils & lubricants, suspension, tools and workshop, wheels, tyres and tubes.

Incorrect jetting is one of the most common causes of plug fouling, but we’ll look at what the top reasons why your dirt bike keeps fouling spark plugs and how you can fix it before spending a ton of cash on continually replacing spark plugs.

Do you need a lower profile spark plug for a KTM 65SX?

The BR8ECM is just a low profile version of the BR8ES, if you dont need the low profile, dont use it, its spendy. As far as I know, the KTM 65SX calls for this plus, there is a frame member in the way and it need to have the lower profile plug. But I dont think any other KTM needs the lower profile unit.

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