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PCD · 11-18-2009, 01:08 PM

Most of the NGK DR8 class of plug will work. The "E" for example stands for extended electrode, plug is the same otherwise.

Drain the Chinese cooking oil from the engine before you try to start it. Fill with crummy oil and let run for 10 minutes then drain and put some half decent stuff in.

If you live in a cold climate DO NOT put 15W-40 in it, way too thick for cold weather.

Do not put synthetic in it. The friction modifiers dont do our wet clutchs any favors.

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE BRAKE LEVER PULLED IN BEFORE TRYING TO START THE BIKE. The Beasts have a safety switch wired up to the brake lever. It will turn over but never start for you otherwise.

Cheack ALL CABLE ROUTING before starting the bike. The tab holding my brake light switch was bent over on the exhaust. I noticed this after 50% of it was melted.

The chain is going to stretch quickly. It will last you a litttle while but best to replace it as already mentioned, just keep an eye on it in the meantime.

Check your toe and camber. One of my wheels was out by an inch. There are quite a few links here showing how to adjust this. This bike is capable of at least 70kmh, check the steering for your own safety.

Dont waste 5 minutes of your time playing with the stock carb. The Performance Mikuni Carb that W&G mentioned earlier is the way to go. There are many posts here from people who have had idle and starting problems go away instantly after installing this carb. Again, do a search on Mikuni and you will find LOTS of information.

If you have a missing part, or something breaks (and you purchased for GIO) email them and ACT LIKE A NORMAL HUMAN BEING. If you start out by telling him he sells crap, and demand this or that then you wont get far. If you calmly explain the problem, maybe attach a picture to your email if possible, then he will help you out. The SECOND you go on the attack GIO gets all defensive and certainly less accomodating.

Keep in mind these are not Honda's or Yamaha's. If you beat the daylights out of it with no maintenance, its going to break. Simple fact.
These items are 1/4 or less the price of a big brand name, treat it accordingly.

11-18-2009, 01:08 PM	#10
PCD Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Newmarket On Canada Posts: 382	Most of the NGK DR8 class of plug will work. The "E" for example stands for extended electrode, plug is the same otherwise. Drain the Chinese cooking oil from the engine before you try to start it. Fill with crummy oil and let run for 10 minutes then drain and put some half decent stuff in. If you live in a cold climate DO NOT put 15W-40 in it, way too thick for cold weather. Do not put synthetic in it. The friction modifiers dont do our wet clutchs any favors. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE BRAKE LEVER PULLED IN BEFORE TRYING TO START THE BIKE. The Beasts have a safety switch wired up to the brake lever. It will turn over but never start for you otherwise. Cheack ALL CABLE ROUTING before starting the bike. The tab holding my brake light switch was bent over on the exhaust. I noticed this after 50% of it was melted. The chain is going to stretch quickly. It will last you a litttle while but best to replace it as already mentioned, just keep an eye on it in the meantime. Check your toe and camber. One of my wheels was out by an inch. There are quite a few links here showing how to adjust this. This bike is capable of at least 70kmh, check the steering for your own safety. Dont waste 5 minutes of your time playing with the stock carb. The Performance Mikuni Carb that W&G mentioned earlier is the way to go. There are many posts here from people who have had idle and starting problems go away instantly after installing this carb. Again, do a search on Mikuni and you will find LOTS of information. If you have a missing part, or something breaks (and you purchased for GIO) email them and ACT LIKE A NORMAL HUMAN BEING. If you start out by telling him he sells crap, and demand this or that then you wont get far. If you calmly explain the problem, maybe attach a picture to your email if possible, then he will help you out. The SECOND you go on the attack GIO gets all defensive and certainly less accomodating. Keep in mind these are not Honda's or Yamaha's. If you beat the daylights out of it with no maintenance, its going to break. Simple fact. These items are 1/4 or less the price of a big brand name, treat it accordingly. __________________ Good, Fast, or Cheap....Pick Two.
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