How to find the float level on a jet?
8) Slide the gauge down until it just barely touches the floats. The number will be the float level in mm (millimeters). 9) In this example the gauge indicates 18 mm.
What do I need to adjust float level on my bike?
If the bike is running poorly when going up or down slopes, or if the needle valve is worn. What tools do I need? FLOAT LEVEL GAUGE (35-9123) and carb bowl screws, phillips head screwdriver, ball end allen wrench, a small flat tip screwdriver, and something with a small diameter to push out the float pin.
How do you adjust float height on a Keihin needle valve?
FLOAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT. This particular carb is a Keihin and has only two carb bowl screws, most have four. 1) Remove the carb bowl screws located on the bottom of the carb. 2) With the bowl cover removed the bottom of the carb looks like this: 3) If replacing the floats, rest the carb in a convenient position.
How to lower the float height on a Kawasaki Kz1000?
My Kawasaki manual for KZ1000 also says to just not move the hose but my Kawasaki manuals for my KX250 and for my W650 actually say to wait until the level setles then slowly lower the hose a few millimeters before taking a reading. I will see if it makes any difference. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
How to set float height and fuel level?
The place where the gasket sits is flat. This is where you measure from… the method you are trying to use is a waste of time. The floats have been bent up a zillion times over the years. Use a hose and use the SERVICE FUEL LEVEL method. If you get inconsistent results, it is because there is air in the line or you are doing something wrong.
Where can I find the Kawasaki KLE500 maintenance manual?
Kawasaki KDX450 KDX 450 Exploded View Parts List Diagram Schematics HERE Kawasaki KE100 G5 Workshop Maintenance Service Repair Manual 1971 – 1975 HERE Kawasaki KH500 KH 500 Workshop Maintenance Service Repair Manual 1976 HERE Kawasaki KLE250 KLE 250 Owners Maintenance Instruction Manual 1997 1998 HERE
Why is my float height wrong on my kzrider?
I guess that measuring tool for the float height from Z1 Enterprises was a waste of money. The tool is too wide to sit down on the gasket surface so it sits up on the lip and causes an incorrect reading. As far as the service fuel level, I have one carb at a time fixed perfectly level in a vice (gently with plastic soft-jaws).