Forum: 50cc - 124cc
04-25-2015, 09:36 AM
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
04-24-2015, 06:49 PM
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rebuild
For a variety of reasons (gas in the oil, bearing failures, vacuum leaks amongst others), I am going to take apart my engine. During the crankshaft replacement and inspection of the engine, I will be...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
04-24-2015, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 8,075
The headlight lamp is actually a good place to...
The headlight lamp is actually a good place to start. If the wattage was increased, it potentially could place a higher load on the system and reduce the power to the electrical starter system.
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
04-24-2015, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,927
Try going to scrappydogscooter -- they have a...
Try going to scrappydogscooter -- they have a rather impressive manual set that they can send out for a reasonable price on CD.
Also, I am a firm believer in rechecking the simple stuff -- I've...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
04-24-2015, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 4,389
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
03-01-2015, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,060
Actually, I found a youtube video that helped...
Actually, I found a youtube video that helped with that. The prior owner had swapped the intake manifold line with the output fuel line. This meant that when he could force fuel through the petcock...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-27-2015, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,197
That should be the rear brake for the safety...
That should be the rear brake for the safety interlock on the ignition... double check all the wiring. You may want to look (worst case scenario) at a complete wiring harness, unless someone else...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-27-2015, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 8,475
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-20-2015, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,937
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-20-2015, 12:12 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-20-2015, 02:36 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 10,501
I live in an apartment, so I don't have the...
I live in an apartment, so I don't have the option of running an extension cord. I think I'll propose plan C:
Modify your battery wires with quick disconnects. If it's going to be cold, then...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-19-2015, 09:54 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
From the looks of this one, I might have to...
From the looks of this one, I might have to remove most of the plastics to get to it... but I think you're right. The other option I was looking at was using a siphon to try to suck out the debris,...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-19-2015, 05:20 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-17-2015, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-15-2015, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
The gas was the clue, thanks. I had already...
The gas was the clue, thanks. I had already replaced the fuel filter with a transparent one after finding little black specks in the filter and the carburetor. Wednesday night I had to run a bypass...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-10-2015, 01:09 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
Finding kits for setting up the weights on...
Finding kits for setting up the weights on Amazon, and there are videos on YouTube on how to do the work. (Those two sites are proving invaluable right now). I'm also thinking (for the future) about...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-09-2015, 03:50 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,482
I've dealt with battery systems on other...
I've dealt with battery systems on other equipment in the past, and extreme cold can take its toll. One suggestion you might consider is splicing quick disconnects on the battery lines, then taking...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-08-2015, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
02-06-2015, 05:49 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
Thanks, that seems to be helping. Now I have a...
Thanks, that seems to be helping. Now I have a separate issue. If I spray carb cleaner in through the airbox inlet, the bike will start and run for a few seconds and then die. I have replaced the...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
01-25-2015, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,093
Urgent Assistance Requested Please!
I purchased a 2011 TaoTao 50 scooter on Craig's List on December 19. I was aware that it did not start, but not aware of the amount of work the prior owner had done on it.
I just figured out that...
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Forum: 50cc - 124cc
01-23-2015, 09:41 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,060
49cc - starts and dies
I'm really getting tired of recharging my battery while troubleshooting this.
My Taotao will start, appear to come down to normal idle rpm, then die. I think I've found the problem, but need some...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
12-27-2014, 12:49 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,189
Hello from Bremerton WA
Following the untimely demise of '83 Chevy S-10 Blazer in July, I have been walking and bicycling. Finding my 2011 Taotao 50 on Craigslist last Friday was a real highlight for the year. (Perhaps it's...
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