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compression check

Posted: October 6th, 2005, 7:46 pm
by bolens
what should the compression be on a 1973 kawasaki 60cc engine

thanks chris

Re: Compression Check

Posted: October 7th, 2005, 9:46 pm
by Jonn
Kawasaki Engine:
Motorcycle Pressure Gauge (direct to cylinder) 140 - 150
Standard Pressure Gauge (rubber hose type) 120 - 130

Suzuki Engine:
Motorcycle Pressure Gauge (direct to cylinder) 145 - 155
Standard Pressure Gauge (rubber hose type) 125 - 135

These engines will typically run with approximate 95psi or more, but not very well.

When you check the pressure: 1) install the gauge; 2) hold throttle wide open; 3) pull starter quickly 3 to 5 times; 4) check gauge.

I hope this helps you out.

COMPRESSION CHECK

Posted: October 11th, 2005, 12:12 pm
by bolens
I HAVE ABOUT 80 PSI BUT MY CRANK SEALS OR BLOWN I AM GOING TO REPLACE THEM. THE SLED WONT IDLE, BUT I THANK YOU FOR THE COMPRESSION INFO

CHRIS