Just bought a 2005 pit bike, need some answers..

dsmisfits · 06-07-2011, 02:40 PM

2005 pit bike, I am not sure what brand, but I am assuming it might be a coolster since the side panel has a sticker that says cool but really rubbed off. Is there any way to tell what brand it is?

katoranger · 06-07-2011, 03:13 PM

Pics please. Look for any labels on the frame or swingarm too.

ejcycles · 06-07-2011, 07:14 PM

You should have a 17 Digit VIN number on the steering neck..... Post the First 3 Digits, if it was imported into the USA I can tell you who manufactured it.

dsmisfits · 06-07-2011, 09:16 PM

the vin starts with "qmcdbk" I get the title tomorrow.

dsmisfits · 06-07-2011, 11:09 PM

Okay washed the pit bike, rode the pit bike, love the pit bike. I bought it for $225.00 and it came with 2 pairs of riding boots, 1 chest protector. It only needed a new tire right of the bat. What can I do to this for a little more pep?

A list of my current toys:
09 Kawasaki Versys
06 Honda crf50
05 Coolster 125 Pit bike (I think)
06 110 Baja ATV
05 110 Baja ATV
99 Honda xr200r
89 xr250r

katoranger · 06-08-2011, 05:00 PM

What size engine? Should be stamped on the cylinder?

dsmisfits · 06-08-2011, 08:51 PM

Its a 125, the tranny is strage though N-down 1-2-3-4. It def is going to take sometime to get used to. Here is a pic of the bike with the new plastics.

katoranger · 06-08-2011, 09:52 PM

Exhaust already looks like a decent one. Probably need to use a bigger carb and pod filter. Then maybe a performance cdi box. Make sure it has a good NGK sparkplug.

You could install a smaller countershaft sprocket too.

dsmisfits · 06-10-2011, 01:07 PM

Ok, does anybody have an idea of what ngk spark plug to use or what oil is recommended? I usally use Rotella 15w-40... Also I am still trying to find out the exact model I have. I think its a jumper but I am not 100% sure.

Weldangrind · 06-11-2011, 02:19 AM

The Rotella will be fine. I used a C7HSA when it's cooler out or a C8HSA when it's hot.

dsmisfits · 06-13-2011, 12:43 PM

What rear shock can I use, the current one feels like I am riding a boat. I need a stiffer rear shock.

Weldangrind · 06-13-2011, 01:15 PM

Have you tried cranking up the spring pressure?

dsmisfits · 06-13-2011, 05:43 PM

The shock has little round holes (it looks like a special tool is need) I tried to use a allen wrench and hammer but the metal is to soft.

ejcycles · 06-13-2011, 07:06 PM

Hi dsmisfits

OK, the first 3 {QMC} digits on the NHTSA site bring back nothing. I had a bike very similar in my shop I replaced the performance ignition on. It has the same style perimeter frame, the same style exhaust pipe the comes off the head to the pipe. I did a VIN search on this young mans also & came back with nothing. There are obviously some of these bikes that came in the country illegally and have no listing with the NHTSA... = National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Weldangrind · 06-13-2011, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsmisfits

The shock has little round holes (it looks like a special tool is need) I tried to use a allen wrench and hammer but the metal is to soft.

There should be two nuts that are jammed together. You can use a large pair of pliers to loosen the outer nut, but make sure that they're the curved jaw style. It also helps to wrap a cloth around the shock or wrap the plier jaws in tape to prevent gouging.

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dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	Just bought a 2005 pit bike, need some answers.. 2005 pit bike, I am not sure what brand, but I am assuming it might be a coolster since the side panel has a sticker that says cool but really rubbed off. Is there any way to tell what brand it is?
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06-07-2011, 07:14 PM	#3
ejcycles Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 11481 State Route 44 Mantua, Ohio 44255 Posts: 1,112	You should have a 17 Digit VIN number on the steering neck..... Post the First 3 Digits, if it was imported into the USA I can tell you who manufactured it. __________________ Thanks, Bruce @ Endless Journey Cycles "Phone Calls Only" ~330-274-0098~ Hours: Tue.-Fri. 10:00-6:00 Sat. 10:00-4:00 EST. Dealer for: Lifan, Crossrunner ATVs. http://www.endlessjourneycycles.net
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Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	The Rotella will be fine. I used a C7HSA when it's cooler out or a C8HSA when it's hot. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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06-13-2011, 01:15 PM	#12
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Have you tried cranking up the spring pressure? __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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06-13-2011, 07:06 PM	#14
ejcycles Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 11481 State Route 44 Mantua, Ohio 44255 Posts: 1,112	Hi dsmisfits OK, the first 3 {QMC} digits on the NHTSA site bring back nothing. I had a bike very similar in my shop I replaced the performance ignition on. It has the same style perimeter frame, the same style exhaust pipe the comes off the head to the pipe. I did a VIN search on this young mans also & came back with nothing. There are obviously some of these bikes that came in the country illegally and have no listing with the NHTSA... = National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. __________________ Thanks, Bruce @ Endless Journey Cycles "Phone Calls Only" ~330-274-0098~ Hours: Tue.-Fri. 10:00-6:00 Sat. 10:00-4:00 EST. Dealer for: Lifan, Crossrunner ATVs. http://www.endlessjourneycycles.net
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06-07-2011, 03:13 PM	#2
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Pics please. Look for any labels on the frame or swingarm too.
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06-07-2011, 09:16 PM	#4
dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	the vin starts with "qmcdbk" I get the title tomorrow.
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06-07-2011, 11:09 PM	#5
dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	Okay washed the pit bike, rode the pit bike, love the pit bike. I bought it for $225.00 and it came with 2 pairs of riding boots, 1 chest protector. It only needed a new tire right of the bat. What can I do to this for a little more pep? A list of my current toys: 09 Kawasaki Versys 06 Honda crf50 05 Coolster 125 Pit bike (I think) 06 110 Baja ATV 05 110 Baja ATV 99 Honda xr200r 89 xr250r
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06-08-2011, 05:00 PM	#6
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	What size engine? Should be stamped on the cylinder?
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06-08-2011, 08:51 PM	#7
dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	Its a 125, the tranny is strage though N-down 1-2-3-4. It def is going to take sometime to get used to. Here is a pic of the bike with the new plastics.
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06-08-2011, 09:52 PM	#8
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Exhaust already looks like a decent one. Probably need to use a bigger carb and pod filter. Then maybe a performance cdi box. Make sure it has a good NGK sparkplug. You could install a smaller countershaft sprocket too.
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06-10-2011, 01:07 PM	#9
dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	Ok, does anybody have an idea of what ngk spark plug to use or what oil is recommended? I usally use Rotella 15w-40... Also I am still trying to find out the exact model I have. I think its a jumper but I am not 100% sure.
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06-13-2011, 12:43 PM	#11
dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	What rear shock can I use, the current one feels like I am riding a boat. I need a stiffer rear shock.
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06-13-2011, 05:43 PM	#13
dsmisfits Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 19	The shock has little round holes (it looks like a special tool is need) I tried to use a allen wrench and hammer but the metal is to soft.
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