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Old 01-24-2023, 09:37 AM   #6
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Easy big knob (idle adjustment) AND airscrew

The OEM idle adjustment screw (slide height) is knurled, But it is still a little difficult to reach, pinch and twist. Good news is that there are inexpensive replacements with big "knobs"! I found one on AliExpress for $2.82 plus a few bucks shipping. It is a perfect fit. To find it, Google:

ZS Racing Motorcycle Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment Screw For Universal PWK Carburetor

WARNING: This knob will hit the frame on the base Templar. So this upgrade is good for Templar X and Templar M models.

It takes about 3 weeks by US mail, but worth it. Just order it and forget about it. It will show up eventually! There are others out there. Just keep with the dimensions.

I measured the OEM slide screw first. Diameter/length of the nub was good, and it fit in my thread gauge (M5-0.80) so I tried it:

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The add on AliExpress shows dimensions, and they match:

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Here it is installed
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Only one thing to keep in mind... The spring that comes with it it strong and kind of too long, so I reused the OEM spring from the original. ALSO, the thing comes with a nice washer, which I used on the carb side of the spring.

NOTE: this replacement idle adjustment knob fits Keihin PE replacement carbs (PE28 is a direct replacement).

AIRSCREW:
It is an airscrew (adjusts air, not fuel), so counterclockwise is leaner. Find it on the right side behind the idle adjustment knob. Drill out the EPA cap, it is a brass flathead screw in there. Gently close and count how many turns it was. Then open to 1-1/2 to start (or adjust based on your knowledge and what it was).

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Last edited by Thumper; 09-16-2024 at 11:10 AM.
 
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