Templar X 250

[Hap]

Thought I would post pics of a Templar x cat slit open and removed I found on FB. That thing has got to be restrictive.

[Fast_Freddy]

Originally Posted by Hap

Thought I would post pics of a Templar x cat slit open and removed I found on FB. That thing has got to be restrictive.

They're rarely as restrictive as everyone thinks they are but removing it might free up a horse. More with a cam, porting, etc. I like the way it was done with a single cut. It makes it so much easier to keep perfect alignment when welded back together. Looks like I need a MIG welder and some practice pipe.

[tknj99]

Whether it winds up being 1hp or 2hp from removing that cat, it is definitely felt in the seat of the pants as i can attest when the pipe was replaced on my Brozz. I look forward to doing it on the TempX.. wish they had a replacement header that fit on Amazon

[NCtemplar250]

Originally Posted by tknj99

Whether it winds up being 1hp or 2hp from removing that cat, it is definitely felt in the seat of the pants as i can attest when the pipe was replaced on my Brozz. I look forward to doing it on the TempX.. wish they had a replacement header that fit on Amazon

Hypothetically, if it does improve flow, then running a bigger carburetor and jetting appropriately should yield even more...right?

[tknj99]

I'll defer that to our very own MegaDan who can hopefully chime in walk us thru those hypotheticals with real world experience..

[NCtemplar250]

The replacement carb listed in the Templar 250 resource guide is not available for purchase on Amazon, and it's a 30mm. Wouldn't the carb I have listed below be the better choice? It is a 28mm (just like the stock Templar 250 carb) and it's available for purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Keihin-KIMISS-Carburetor-CR80RB-1996-2002/dp/B07H6L1GWV/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?crid=F3VN0W37NV2&keywords=youall+ 28mm+carb&qid=1674676612&s=automotive&sprefix=youa ll+28mm+carb%2Cautomotive%2C84&sr=1-14-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzMkpXU 1BXRURKODk2JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzg0MzExMzBRNlVLVjk yNE9HUCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTY4ODcxMlFTQVVVV1MyV ktGUSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWR pcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

[tknj99]

Originally Posted by NCtemplar250

The replacement carb listed in the Templar 250 resource guide is not available for purchase on Amazon, and it's a 30mm. Wouldn't the carb I have listed below be the better choice? It is a 28mm (just like the stock Templar 250 carb) and it's available for purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Keihin-KIMISS...NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Thats the same carb, it looks like the one i ordered is no longer available on Amazon and it was a bit cheaper. I'll update my link to the one you listed - thx

[NCtemplar250]

Originally Posted by tknj99

Thats the same carb, it looks like the one i ordered is no longer available on Amazon and it was a bit cheaper. I'll update my link to the one you listed - thx

Cool--thanks!

[Thumper]

I have seen posts here where people ask if anyone has tried a pod filter on the Templar X. I don't know about the Templar and Templar M, but the carb on the Templar X aims at the rear shock spring, and there just isn't any room for a pod filter.

But, the snorkel has a nice smooth internal surface that snakes around to a VERY LARGE opening with a BIG OILED DOME FILTER. I don't think a pod filter would be better even if you COULD get it in there! In fact, a pod filter might be more restrictive. That dome filter offers a lot of surface area and it is very porous. Air must flow past that dome filter quite freely, and the large surface area allows for good filtering as well.

I think the answer is to keep the dome filter clean, and replace it if it gets too fouled to clean.

If you install a different carb, good luck on mating the snorkel. If you changed your carb, have you got a picture of this????

[NCtemplar250]

Below is the windshield I'm thinking about getting. I want something minimal--similar to what you see on KTM and Honda Rally. Ebay link below.



Here's a link to it on Ebay:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/18566811144...MakeTrack=true

[tknj99]

If you get it be sure to post up pics installed.. Here is what i had installed in the past on my son's Brozz:
Motorcycle Small Windshields,Universal Windscreen Wind Defector w/Mount Bracket Fit 5 to 7" Round Headlights,for Yamaha Suzuki Kawasaki Triumph Ducati Chopper Cruiser(Black

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

[Zooker89]

Is the mixture screw hiding behind the silver cap that is between 7 and 8 o'clock from the idle screw when looking at the carb straight on?

Thanks in advance

[Okierider]

Originally Posted by Zooker89

Is the mixture screw hiding behind the silver cap that is between 7 and 8 o'clock from the idle screw when looking at the carb straight on?

Thanks in advance

Yep.

All:
Over on thumper talk someone claims that one of the headers off of a “250R” will fit the Templar-anyone else verify that?

[Okierider]

Originally Posted by Thumper

I have seen posts here where people ask if anyone has tried a pod filter on the Templar X. I don't know about the Templar and Templar M, but the carb on the Templar X aims at the rear shock spring, and there just isn't any room for a pod filter.

But, the snorkel has a nice smooth internal surface that snakes around to a VERY LARGE opening with a BIG OILED DOME FILTER. I don't think a pod filter would be better even if you COULD get it in there! In fact, a pod filter might be more restrictive. That dome filter offers a lot of surface area and it is very porous. Air must flow past that dome filter quite freely, and the large surface area allows for good filtering as well.

I think the answer is to keep the dome filter clean, and replace it if it gets too fouled to clean.

If you install a different carb, good luck on mating the snorkel. If you changed your carb, have you got a picture of this????

Only thing that really makes me wonder is airflow to the air box-the battery tray takes a lot of room.

[Hap]

Originally Posted by Okierider

Popped the bud fuse coming off my battery today-I can clearly see 250v but not the amperage-are they 10A?
Edit: No auto parts stores within 40 miles of me have 10a 250v glass fuses. Lol. WTF man.

Edit II: The bike cokes with a spare in the fuse box! Ha!

Hey Okierider. I’m embarrassed to ask. But where is the fuse box?