PDA

View Full Version : Basic Question re Main Jet Upgrade


Wekadog
09-23-2012, 05:17 PM
I've just about made up my mind to do the needle jet / main jet / air filter mods described in this forum to boost my freeway performance. I'm committed enough to do my research and maybe buy a few supplies.

When I went Googling for a Suzuki Mikuni 140 main jet, I quickly realized there were a wide range of jets answering that description, Short ones, Long ones, Round ones, Hex ones, even plastic ones.

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e382/bctucker/Jets_zps7c634436.jpg

It's obviously important to get the right one. What's a more complete description of the jet I need to buy, so I don't end up with the wrong thing?

Cheers!

Rookie Rider
09-24-2012, 12:16 AM
I suggest you take out the one in the bike and bring it with you to any motorcycle repair shop/garage. They will have plenty. I ordered mine by phone and went to pick it up, brought it home, took out the one on the bike and tried to put the new one in but couldnt. Why ? Cause the threads were different. I was pissed.

raul10141964
09-24-2012, 11:23 AM
small mikuni main jet
$5.00 at the dealer

jonathan180iq
09-24-2012, 11:33 AM
http://www.thisoldtractor.com/gtbender/dr350_images/n100_604_main_jet.jpg

This is what you're looking for.

Rookie Rider
09-24-2012, 03:58 PM
Suzuki dealer couldnt sell me 1, had to buy the 4 pack, like $12.00 i think.

Water Warrior 2
09-24-2012, 09:50 PM
Suzuki dealer couldnt sell me 1, had to buy the 4 pack, like $12.00 i think.
Were they all the same size or a variety pack?

Back in 2008 Lynda needed 3 spokes for the rear wheel. Had to buy a full pack of 36. Not impressed with GWN prices. $140.

Wekadog
09-24-2012, 10:43 PM
Ah, the picture and the keyword "small" give me a lot of confidance in finding the right part. I'm really looking to mail-order the parts. I just don't want to take an hour out of my Saturday to ride to the dealer.

I see eBay sellers have then at $6 each or 4/$10 - intended for quad carbs, I suppose. It hardly makes sense to buy just one.

raul10141964
09-25-2012, 11:15 AM
in my town is a no specific motorcycle dealer an they sell singles

jonathan180iq
09-25-2012, 02:58 PM
You don't have to ride the bike over there, if there is a local shop.
Walk into the parts dept, ask to look at some main jets and see if they'll let you just pick some out. That's what I do.

Ebay is also good. That's how I got one for the Scooter one time. I'm not the most patient person but it all worked out in the end.

Rookie Rider
09-29-2012, 11:42 PM
Suzuki stealer is where i ordered mine, the 4 in a pack WITH THE WRONG THREADS.