Tao motors tbr7 2020 - Page 4

Kenstogie · 04-16-2020, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by alex_in_az

I have that same exhaust and a cone filter and at 1100ft. I have the stock carb and have a 38 pilot jet at 1.5 turns out, I run a 115 main and can lift the front wheel in 1st by cracking the throttle

i too have that exhaust... howd the intall go....i have heard they dont fit quite the same as they do on the hawk ......but it seems to fit ok as i dry fit it next to the stock setup
.....any tips on the fitment?

Aloha357 · 04-16-2020, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by alex_in_az

I have that same exhaust and a cone filter and at 1100ft. I have the stock carb and have a 38 pilot jet at 1.5 turns out, I run a 115 main and can lift the front wheel in 1st by cracking the throttle

ETA, you might want to get a new CDI unit, I had all manner of issues that felt like fueling, but were caused by the CDI getting hot and failing. these bikes are cheap for a reason

Thanks for responding so quickly! so i noticed i got 2 votes for 115 and one for 110 and you also mention changing to a 38 pilot, but you are 1100ft, so im wondering how to tune that to 0 feet.

As for cdi, any specific recommendations? I think the plug that im supposed to be looking at is a DPR8, but im not sure if i have the resistor cap or not, so i wouldnt mind a upgrade.

alex_in_az · 04-17-2020, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Kenstogie

i too have that exhaust... howd the intall go....i have heard they dont fit quite the same as they do on the hawk ......but it seems to fit ok as i dry fit it next to the stock setup
.....any tips on the fitment?

I had to cut the middle pipe and and reposition it to clear the frame rail that the rear foot pegs mount on. It also would have fouled on the air box had I not removed it. You might be able to bend the pipe to make it fit, but I have a welder so I chose that route.

alex_in_az · 04-17-2020, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Aloha357

Thanks for responding so quickly! so i noticed i got 2 votes for 115 and one for 110 and you also mention changing to a 38 pilot, but you are 1100ft, so im wondering how to tune that to 0 feet.

As for cdi, any specific recommendations? I think the plug that im supposed to be looking at is a DPR8, but im not sure if i have the resistor cap or not, so i wouldnt mind a upgrade.

I just got a replacement from vmc, we roll the dice with spares on these bikes due to the unknown quality of the parts. My cdi failed at about 500 miles and the replacement one is at about 800 so far but isn't exhibiting any of the issues that the original had

Kenstogie · 04-19-2020, 07:58 PM

did the exhaust install... pics and notes are here...
https://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=25770

Aloha357 · 04-22-2020, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by alex_in_az

I just got a replacement from vmc, we roll the dice with spares on these bikes due to the unknown quality of the parts. My cdi failed at about 500 miles and the replacement one is at about 800 so far but isn't exhibiting any of the issues that the original had

What about coil and spark plug cap? I seen an orange coil on vmc and im wondering what plug to go with what type of cap if im going with that simple looking coil? I feel like I should get an ngk boot and im surprised no one is recommending actual honda parts for the coil and cdi?

I feel as if this bike just needs to be a different bike...

bogieboy · 04-22-2020, 08:36 AM

a CDI coil is a CDI coil all it does is spark when commanded to by the cdi box... some people have even modded their bikes by using car style coil on plug units, all you do is extend the wiring from the coil to reach the now on plug coil. i have a GM C.O.P. unit in my toolbox to do that mod someday.... less high voltage wire= less resistance=hotter spark

**JerryHawk250** · 04-22-2020, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by bogieboy

a CDI coil is a CDI coil all it does is spark when commanded to by the cdi box... some people have even modded their bikes by using car style coil on plug units, all you do is extend the wiring from the coil to reach the now on plug coil. i have a GM C.O.P. unit in my toolbox to do that mod someday.... less high voltage wire= less resistance=hotter spark

I've done that mod on my Hawk. Much better than the stock coil. I'll eventually do the same on my X22R 250.

NzBrakelathes · 04-22-2020, 09:35 AM

I have seen CDI and coil in 1
Hows that grab ya?

MotoJane · 04-24-2020, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Kenstogie

NO luck finding a LED headlight but I haven't looked just yet... I probably will after I get it all set up and running well......

Here's what I am going to be using (yes sprocket part #'s match for front) but the brand new stock chain does not fit with the 17 teeth Front sprocket and stock rear sprocket (sooo close though)
JT Sprockets JTR269.45 45T Steel Rear Sprocket
JT Sprockets JTF259.17 17T Steel Front Sprocket

Once I get the new Sprocket bolts(ordered genuine? honda ones) and new chain I will swap them all out for the above....

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I find the above post to be true. I've attempted an HD chain and it hits the back of the case on my TBR7. The 17T sprocket mentioned fits but the larger change, my RT 428HD chain didn't fit. Any ideas about the correct chain for replacing the front sprocket on this bike, I'b purchased 2 and both don't fit.

Rocket tests · 04-24-2020, 03:05 PM

https://www.ebay.com/itm/293507941791
This is the chain I bought, it fit perfect.

Kenstogie · 04-24-2020, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Rocket tests

https://www.ebay.com/itm/293507941791
This is the chain I bought, it fit perfect.

that fit with the 17 tooth front and 45 rear? i am asking not in disbelief but that sprocket combo is pretty common and to find a chain that fits right is a nice find....oring no less...

Rocket tests · 04-24-2020, 08:11 PM

It fit both the 17 front w/46 rear and the 17 front w/ 42 rear but the latter was almost at the extreme of adjustment.

Kenstogie · 04-25-2020, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Rocket tests

It fit both the 17 front w/46 rear and the 17 front w/ 42 rear but the latter was almost at the extreme of adjustment.

awesome, thanks!

Aloha357 · 05-01-2020, 04:12 PM

Just to let all the TBR7 people out there know that the muffler i picked up from Amazon did not have the correct flange size as i would have had to enlarge the holes due to the studs being further apart.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So since i noticed they have the same diameter on the inside, i noticed the only real difference is the new one was open throughout the muffler part and the original had some plug in it, so i took it apart and cut off the plug, now its straight through with almost the same diameter except the tip that had the plug is slightly smaller.
She sounds great! I also plugged that stupid port on the exhaust pipe.

I also took advice and went 115 along with getting an accerator pump style carb and she boogies now with no flat spot!!! if y'all want pictures of plug I cut off, i still have it.

Questions are:
1. Why wont the bike start with the choke on?
2. Why doesn't the kickstart work on a cold start? Is it related t question 1?

04-19-2020, 07:58 PM	#50
Kenstogie Join Date: Apr 2019 Posts: 336	did the exhaust install... pics and notes are here... https://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=25770 __________________ been around bikes for a while.... honda 72 cb200t, zuki 96?/2002 katana, 12 vstrom,09 vstar, kawi ltd440, 82 zuki Gs1100, Tao Tbr7 all about the Tao MotorsTBR7 http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=25553
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04-22-2020, 08:36 AM	#52
bogieboy Join Date: May 2013 Location: finger lakes NY Posts: 2,047	a CDI coil is a CDI coil all it does is spark when commanded to by the cdi box... some people have even modded their bikes by using car style coil on plug units, all you do is extend the wiring from the coil to reach the now on plug coil. i have a GM C.O.P. unit in my toolbox to do that mod someday.... less high voltage wire= less resistance=hotter spark
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04-22-2020, 09:35 AM	#54
NzBrakelathes Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Hell Posts: 2,408	I have seen CDI and coil in 1 Hows that grab ya?
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04-24-2020, 03:05 PM	#56
Rocket tests Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 87	https://www.ebay.com/itm/293507941791 This is the chain I bought, it fit perfect.
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04-24-2020, 08:11 PM	#58
Rocket tests Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 87	It fit both the 17 front w/46 rear and the 17 front w/ 42 rear but the latter was almost at the extreme of adjustment.
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05-01-2020, 04:12 PM	#60
Aloha357 Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: New York Posts: 4	Just to let all the TBR7 people out there know that the muffler i picked up from Amazon did not have the correct flange size as i would have had to enlarge the holes due to the studs being further apart. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 So since i noticed they have the same diameter on the inside, i noticed the only real difference is the new one was open throughout the muffler part and the original had some plug in it, so i took it apart and cut off the plug, now its straight through with almost the same diameter except the tip that had the plug is slightly smaller. She sounds great! I also plugged that stupid port on the exhaust pipe. I also took advice and went 115 along with getting an accerator pump style carb and she boogies now with no flat spot!!! if y'all want pictures of plug I cut off, i still have it. Questions are: 1. Why wont the bike start with the choke on? 2. Why doesn't the kickstart work on a cold start? Is it related t question 1?
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