My LF200 GY-5 finally arrived and I got right to it... - Page 3

jayg · 06-13-2008, 08:52 AM

My Fuse was blown and I replaced it. My lights now come on when the ignition is turned on. My battery had a 8 hour trickle charge it shows 12.5 volts. Now my starter will not work. I switch it to run, hold in my brake and nothing...any ideas?

frostbite · 06-13-2008, 09:14 AM

Stupid questions, but is the kill switch engaged?

I know I've done it.

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Originally Posted by jayg

My Fuse was blown and I replaced it. My lights now come on when the ignition is turned on. My battery had a 8 hour trickle charge it shows 12.5 volts. Now my starter will not work. I switch it to run, hold in my brake and nothing...any ideas?

jayg · 06-13-2008, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by frostbite

Stupid questions, but is the kill switch engaged?

I know I've done it.

Good question...where is the kill switch?

On the starter switch I have the small orange switch to run, is that what you are talking about?

jayg · 06-13-2008, 11:38 AM

About my starter...I checked all connections and all looks good. There are some connectors in the front wiring harness that I posted in a pic a few threads up.

It is like the starter is not getting any juice to the starter at all. I took the switch apart and all connections look good there as well.

katoranger · 06-13-2008, 11:58 AM

Kill switch would be the one above the start button. Mine starter still works with it off.

Check to make sure it is in neutral and the you have the clutch lever pulled in.

Allen

jayg · 06-13-2008, 02:40 PM

I am happy to say that the #5 is rolling!!!! I finally started looking at the wiring diagram on the Techinfo thread and discovered that I had the connectors connected wrong. I Changed the connectors and WHALA!! The dam thing started, WITH THE STARTER!!!

I am having what I think is fuel flow issues. I am having to constantly goose it at stops and some times it will stop. Another strange thing is when turn the front wheel hard left my engine revs and it seems that my throttle cable gets stuck. Other than that I am rolling!

Once my papers arrive it is of toe the DMV and yet another adventure!!!

I want to thank everyone for their support and help during the build process.

Thanks,
Jay

katoranger · 06-13-2008, 03:35 PM

Did you move the c-clip in the carb? Also you may need to turn your idle up. The idle is the screw on the right side of the carb. That will help keep it running at stops.

The throttle cable may need to be re-routed alittle to give it more slack.

Allen

jayg · 06-13-2008, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by katoranger

Did you move the c-clip in the carb? Also you may need to turn your idle up. The idle is the screw on the right side of the carb. That will help keep it running at stops.

The throttle cable may need to be re-routed alittle to give it more slack.

Allen

What is the C clip?

I have the screw turned to hold a idle at 1100 rpm or there about. It idles just right the sputter.

Bart · 06-13-2008, 07:24 PM

This link might help. It worked a miracle on my Lifan.

http://www.chinariders.net/modules.p...showpage&pid=3

ChiGongJitsu · 06-14-2008, 08:01 AM

make sure you lube your cables so they don't stick (throttle/clutch)

katoranger · 06-14-2008, 09:59 AM

Mine likes to idle about 1500rpm.

Moving the c-clip toward the pointed end will help with starting/idling.

Allen

jayg · 06-18-2008, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiGongJitsu

make sure you lube your cables so they don't stick (throttle/clutch)

Would a few sprays of wd40 do down the tube or should I remove the cables and use axel grease?

BlitzK · 07-06-2008, 02:05 PM

any updates?

ChiGongJitsu · 07-06-2008, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by jayg

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Originally Posted by ChiGongJitsu

make sure you lube your cables so they don't stick (throttle/clutch)

Would a few sprays of wd40 do down the tube or should I remove the cables and use axel grease?

i use cable lube and the special little cable luber tool, it seems to work pretty well, but i've had to do it a few times to get it to stay smooth

jayg · 07-06-2008, 10:51 PM

Update: Here is the final product.

I now have 558 km on it. Today I did my third oil change and the filter was clear of any metal shavings. I went to a Rotilla T 15-40 weight oil from the 30 weight. I noticed that shifting is easier with the mixed weight oil. The tires are wearing in nicely but I am still going to a more road friendly tire when these ware out. Also this weekend I had a full trunk and a duffle bag bungied to the back seat, I notices that with teh extra weight the bike was a little more stable. I weight 180 lbs and I get buffered around a little with wind and air wash from trucks and cars.

My gas miliage is good but I think I could be getting more. I am getting 80 - 85 MPG, granted I have had a lot of strong head winds lately. I am hoping that with some sightly changed riding habits I could gain closer to the 100 MPG range.

I had some screws on the headlight faring and muffler guard that I forgot to lock tight and they were replaced today.

I find that my headlight is dim and I would like to install some PIAA running lights if I can. If anyone has done this please let me know.

All in all I do not regret the purchase and I would do it again for the price.

06-13-2008, 11:58 AM	#35
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Kill switch would be the one above the start button. Mine starter still works with it off. Check to make sure it is in neutral and the you have the clutch lever pulled in. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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06-13-2008, 02:40 PM	#36
jayg Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 149	Today I bring good news I am happy to say that the #5 is rolling!!!! I finally started looking at the wiring diagram on the Techinfo thread and discovered that I had the connectors connected wrong. I Changed the connectors and WHALA!! The dam thing started, WITH THE STARTER!!! I am having what I think is fuel flow issues. I am having to constantly goose it at stops and some times it will stop. Another strange thing is when turn the front wheel hard left my engine revs and it seems that my throttle cable gets stuck. Other than that I am rolling! Once my papers arrive it is of toe the DMV and yet another adventure!!! I want to thank everyone for their support and help during the build process. Thanks, Jay
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06-13-2008, 03:35 PM	#37
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Did you move the c-clip in the carb? Also you may need to turn your idle up. The idle is the screw on the right side of the carb. That will help keep it running at stops. The throttle cable may need to be re-routed alittle to give it more slack. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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06-14-2008, 09:59 AM	#41
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Mine likes to idle about 1500rpm. Moving the c-clip toward the pointed end will help with starting/idling. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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06-13-2008, 08:52 AM	#31
jayg Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 149	My Fuse was blown and I replaced it. My lights now come on when the ignition is turned on. My battery had a 8 hour trickle charge it shows 12.5 volts. Now my starter will not work. I switch it to run, hold in my brake and nothing...any ideas?
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06-13-2008, 11:38 AM	#34
jayg Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 149	About my starter...I checked all connections and all looks good. There are some connectors in the front wiring harness that I posted in a pic a few threads up. It is like the starter is not getting any juice to the starter at all. I took the switch apart and all connections look good there as well.
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06-13-2008, 07:24 PM	#39
Bart Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Harrisburg, NC Posts: 65	This link might help. It worked a miracle on my Lifan. http://www.chinariders.net/modules.p...showpage&pid=3
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06-14-2008, 08:01 AM	#40
ChiGongJitsu Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 315	make sure you lube your cables so they don't stick (throttle/clutch)
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07-06-2008, 02:05 PM	#43
BlitzK Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 3	any updates?
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07-06-2008, 10:51 PM	#45
jayg Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 149	Update: Here is the final product. I now have 558 km on it. Today I did my third oil change and the filter was clear of any metal shavings. I went to a Rotilla T 15-40 weight oil from the 30 weight. I noticed that shifting is easier with the mixed weight oil. The tires are wearing in nicely but I am still going to a more road friendly tire when these ware out. Also this weekend I had a full trunk and a duffle bag bungied to the back seat, I notices that with teh extra weight the bike was a little more stable. I weight 180 lbs and I get buffered around a little with wind and air wash from trucks and cars. My gas miliage is good but I think I could be getting more. I am getting 80 - 85 MPG, granted I have had a lot of strong head winds lately. I am hoping that with some sightly changed riding habits I could gain closer to the 100 MPG range. I had some screws on the headlight faring and muffler guard that I forgot to lock tight and they were replaced today. I find that my headlight is dim and I would like to install some PIAA running lights if I can. If anyone has done this please let me know. All in all I do not regret the purchase and I would do it again for the price.
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