Carburetors for Kawasaki KE100
Carburetors are an important part of any vehicle but especially motorcycles. A carburetor is the part of the motorcycle that controls the intake of air and fuel and ensures they are of the proper mixture to allow for combustion.
What are the components of carburetors for your Kawasaki KE100?Carburetors are made of a few simple parts, including:
- A molded carburetor assembly piece that is typically made of aluminum or zinc
- Cap and top mixing chambers to combine fuel and air for even distribution
- Adjuster cable to tweak the fuel-air mix
- Nut cable adjuster lock
- Throttle stop screw, spring, and valve
- Circlip
- Valve and rod throttles
- Connecting screws, pins, and rods
The Kawasaki KE100 is one of the best motorcycles on the market, but even they will wear out eventually. While the lifespan of a carburetor is harder to gauge than that of one of the lights on your bike, regular maintenance on your motorcycles will let you know when it is time to replace important parts in your Kawasaki KE100. As long as you perform regular maintenance on your bike, you should not need to worry about your carburetor. If you do have problems, you will have plenty of warning notice in the smoothness of the way that the engine runs.
How do you extend a Kawasaki KE100 carburetors life?Like many parts of a bike, the carburetor in a Kawasaki will require simple home maintenance once or twice a year with typical use. Tuneups are commonly done at the beginning of the riding season, and winterizing is typically done at the end of the season. Both are opportunities to keep it running smoothly. Remember:
- Always empty your float bowl after you are done riding your bike.
- Always keep your Kawasaki somewhere safe with the fuel petcock turned off.
While it is best to have the carburetor in your Kawasaki replaced by a professional, you can also do so yourself in a few simple steps.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable, then remove the air filter assembly.
- Remove all pieces connected to the carburetor.
- Remove the bolts attaching the carburetor to the frame of your bike.
- Remove the carburetor, making sure to keep the part level so as not to spill any fuel.