Cobra 2005 King Owner's Manual

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For parts orders contact your local dealer
To locate your closest Cobra dealer
log on to
www.cobramotorcycle.com
or call
(330) 549-9600
contact your local dealer or call
the Cobra Technical Support Hotline at
(330) 549-9603
Cobra Motorcycle MFG., Inc.
11511 Springfield Road
North Lima, Ohio 44452
MCKG2005.4
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DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
This motorcycle is sold “as is” with all faults, obvious or not. There are no warranties expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability and warranty of fitness for any particular purpose.
“WARNING”
THE COBRA KING IS A COMPETITION MODEL ONLY AND IS NOT MANUFACTURED FOR, NOR SHOULD IT B E USED ON PUBLIC STREETS, ROAD S OR HIGHWAYS.
THE USE OF THIS BIKE SHOULD BE LIMITED TO PARTICIPATION IN SANCTIONED COMPETITION EVENTS UPON A CLOSED COURSE BY A SUFFICIENTLY SKILLED RIDER AND SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR GENERAL OFF-ROAD RECREATIONAL RIDING.
IMPROPER USE OF THIS MOTORCYCLE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. THIS BIKE IS INTENDED FOR EXPERIENCED RACERS ONLY AND NOT FOR
BEGINNERS. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AS THE OWNER OF THIS COBRA MOTORCYCLE
OR AS THE PARENT, OR LEGAL GUARDIAN OF THE OPERATOR, TO KEEP THIS COBRA MOTORCYCLE IN PROPER OPERATING CONDITION.
THIS BIKE WAS DESIGNED FOR RIDERS THAT WEIGH LESS THAN 80 LBS WITH FULL RIDING GEAR AND SHOULD NOT BE OPE RATED BY RIDERS THAT WEIGH MORE THAT.
BE SURE THAT THE RIDER ALWAYS WEARS ADEQUATE SAFETY GEAR EVERYTIME HE OR SHE RIDES THEIR COBRA MOTORCYCLE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Failure to follow WARNING instructions c ould result in severe injury or death to the machine operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the machine.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the machine.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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Table Of Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................... 5
SPECIFICATIONS - GENERAL ................................................................................. 5
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS ...................................................................................... 6
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE VALUES ...................................................................... 7
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE......................................................................................... 8
STARTING PROCEDURE ........................................................................................ 9
GENERAL TIPS ................................................................................................... 10
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................. 10
SCHEDULE & TIPS .............................................................................................. 10
REPLACING TRANSMISSION / CLUTCH LUBRICANT ................................................. 12
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................... 13
REAR BRAKE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 13
AIR FILTER CLEANING ........................................................................................ 14
FORK OIL REPLACEMENT ................................................................................... 15
PARTS ................................................................................................................ 16
PARTS AIRBOX & INLET SYSTEM ...................................................................... 16
PARTS BARS AND CONTROLS ........................................................................... 17
PARTS - CARBURETOR ....................................................................................... 18
PARTS COOLANT SYSTEM ................................................................................ 19
PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ............................................................................ 20
PARTS ENGINE BOTTOM END AND TRANSMISSION .......................................... 21
Parts – Engine Clutch and Kicker ................................................................ 22
Parts – Engine – Ignition and Water Pump .................................................. 23
Parts – Engine – Top End ............................................................................ 24
PARTS EXHAUST SYSTEM ................................................................................ 25
PARTS FORKS & TRIPLE CLAMPS ..................................................................... 26
Parts – Forks – Leg Assembly ..................................................................... 27
Parts – Forks – Damper Assembly .............................................................. 28
Parts – Forks – Damper – Base Valve Assembly ........................................ 29
Parts – Forks – Damper – Mid Valve Assembly ........................................... 30
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PARTS FRAME I ............................................................................................... 31
Parts – Frame II ........................................................................................... 32
PARTS FRONT BRAKES .................................................................................... 33
PARTS FRONT WHEEL ..................................................................................... 34
PARTS PLASTIC BODYWORK & SEAT ................................................................ 35
PARTS REAR BRAKE ....................................................................................... 36
PARTS REAR WHEEL ....................................................................................... 37
PARTS SHOCK ................................................................................................ 38
PARTS SWINGARM ASSEMBLY .......................................................................... 39
SERVICE ............................................................................................................ 40
ENGINE SERVICE ............................................................................................... 40
Engine Removal .......................................................................................... 41
Complete Engine Disassembly Procedure .................................................. 42
Top End Disassembly Procedure ................................................................ 42
Splitting the Cases ....................................................................................... 43
Engine assembly ......................................................................................... 44
CLUTCH ............................................................................................................ 50
IGNITION ........................................................................................................... 55
COOLING SYSTEM .............................................................................................. 57
FUEL & AIR SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 61
EXHAUST .......................................................................................................... 64
WHEELS & TIRES ............................................................................................... 65
BRAKES ............................................................................................................ 66
FRONT FORKS ................................................................................................... 67
REAR SHOCK .................................................................................................... 69
TUNING .............................................................................................................. 70
GEARING ........................................................................................................... 70
SUSPENSION ..................................................................................................... 71
CARBURETION ................................................................................................... 72
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................ 75
INDEX ................................................................................................................. 76
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General Information
Items
KING
Dimensions
Wheelbase
39” (991mm)
Wheel size
10” (254mm) rear, 12” (305mm) front
Seat height
26” (660mm)
Engine
Type
2-stroke, single cylinder, reed valve
Cooling system
Liquid-cooled
Displacement
49.8 cc
Bore and stroke
39 mm x 41.7 mm
Ignition system
Electronic, analog advance
Spark plug
Champion 8339-1, 8332-1 hotter, 8904-1 colder
Gap
0.023” – 0.025” (0.58 – 0.64 mm)
Ignition timing
0.040” (1.14 mm) Before To Dead Center (BTDC)
Fuel type
High octane pump gasoline
Oil type
Cobra Venom 2-cycle Race Oil
Fuel / oil mix ratios
Between 32:1 and 40:1 (after engine Break-In is
Carburetion
19 mm Dell’Orto
Main Jet
96
Slow (Pilot) jet
65
Float Height
16mm + 0.5mm (0.63” + 0.020”)
Coolant
Liquid Performance Mini Coolant / Antifreeze
Transmission
Speed
Single
Final drive ratio
14/38 T
Chain
100 links 420
Transmission / clutch oil type
Cobra Venom 3 Shoe Clutch Milk
Quantity
235 ml (8.0oz)
Specifications - General
RACE FUELS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED
complete)
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Chassis
Front tire
2.50 - 12
Pressure
16 psi minimum
Rear tire
2.75 - 10
Pressure
16 psi min. (20 psi for hard pack or rocky conditions)
Front fork
Cobra 30mm USD
Fork oil type
SAE 10 weight
Fork oil amount
105 ml (3.5oz)
Weight of Rider (lb)
Fork Spring
Shock Spring
Less than 51
9 lb/in,
KCKG0109
SCKGOH85 (gray, 185 lb/in)
51 - 60
12 lb/in,
KCKG1201
SCKGOH95, (yellow, 195 lb/in)
Greater than 60
15 lb/in,
KCKG0015
SCKGO205, (gold, 205 lb/in)
Damping Rate
Fork Valving (base valve)
Fork Valving
(mid valve)
Shock Valving
Soft (fast)
KAKG0013
KAKG0016
SCKGOH24A
Standard
KAKG0014
KAKG0017
SCKGOH24
Hard (slow)
KAKG0015
KAKG0018
SCKGOH24B
Optional Components
Call your dealer, or the factory, for details
Carburetor jets
Flat clutch washers (see clutch service section)
Pre filter for the airbox
Sprockets
o Front o Rear
Suspension Springs
Suspension Valving
Compression
Tires
Tubes or ‘Tire Balls’
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Rebound
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Specifications - Torque Value s
Cylinder head nuts
Crankcase bolts
Stator cover bolts
Clutch cover bolts
Engine mount bolts
Swingarm Pivot
Intake manifold bolts
Rear Sprocket Bolts
Fork cartridge rod
Triple clamp bolts
Ignition rotor nut
Fastener
Spark plug (SP) (SP) (SP) M14 x 1.25 Stator bolts 2.1 25 2.8 M5 X 0.8
Clutch nut 40 480 54 M10 x 1.25* Clutch bolts 14 170 19 M6 x 1.0 Front axle nut 25 300 34 M12 x 1.25
ft-lb in-lb Nm
8.8 105 12 M6 x 1.0
8.8 105 12 M6 x 1.0
1.7 20 2.3 M4 X 0.75
5.8 70 7.9 M6 X 1.0
22 265 30 M8 X 1.25
Torque Value
Size & Remarks
21 250 28 M14 X 2.0
4.6 55 6.2 M6 X 1.0
Rear Axle Bolt 25 300 34 M12 X 1.25
18 216 24 7 mm 12 144 16 6 72 8 M6 x 1.0
Fork cap 5 60 6.7 1.25” x 18
40 480 54 M10 x 1.25*
* Apply high strength thread locking agent when installing
(SP) To apply the proper torque to the spark plug when inserting, one must first
screw the spark plug in until the metal gasket ring causes resistance and then turn another 1/8 to ¼ turn.
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Break-In Procedure
Your Cobra KING is a close-tolerance high performance machine and break-in time is very important for maximum life and performance. The KING can be ridden hard after the first ½ hour break-in time but it is recommended that no adjustments are made to the carburetion or suspension until the full 8 hours of bike break-in has elapsed. Also, after the engine, transmission, and drive train have been broken-in for the full 8 hours, the bike will be faster!
Use a fuel / oil mixture of 32:1 for the full 8 hour break-in period. Be sure to use high-octane pump gas, with Cobra’s specially formulated Cobra Venom 2-cycle Race Oil. (Part # MCMUOL02)
CAUTION: Failure to use proper fuel, oil, or fuel/oil m ixture may result in premature engine wear or damage to the machine.
Adhering to the following break-in schedule will result in long lasting high performance machine.
Start bike on stand
First 5 minute period, operate the bike on the stand with a combination of idle
and high RPM operation. (avoid prolonged high RPM but spin the rear wheel good at least once or twice per minute)
Allow bike to cool
Ride for 15 minutes maximum (avoid prolonged high RPM operation and
avoid abusing the clutch with throttle blipping.
Cool and inspect bike for loose fasteners.
Next ½ hour of operation, avoid prolonged operation at Wide Open Throttle.
After 1 hour of operation
o Check for loose bolts and nuts on the bike and retighten as
necessary (proper toque values are listed under Specifications).
o Clean the carburetor bowl. o Change the transmission / clutch lubricant.
After 8 hours of operation
o Change the fork oil. o Have a Certified Cobra Mechanic change the shock oil.
Your bike is now ready for the highest level of competition!
NOTE:
During break-in the bike will likely lose som e engine coolant through the radiator overflow hose. Losing up to 4 oz (120 ml, ½ cup) is normal. Proper c oolant level will cover the top of the radiator cores. Removing the radiator cap and looking inside is the only way to check the coolant level.
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Never open the radiator cap of a machine that has a hot or warm engine or one that has recently been ridden. Burning and scalding could occur.
CAUTION: It is important that the radiator cap is installed correctly and complet ely otherwise engine damage could occur.
Starting Procedure
Before starting the machine inspect the following:
Check for proper tire pressure in both tires.
Observe the chain tension and adjust if necessary.
Observe the coolant level and fill if necessary.
Verify that the chain rollers and sliders do not have improper wear.
Verify that the handlebars are tight.
Check the throttle for smooth operation and sound closing.
Check for loose bolts and nuts, and re-torque as necessary.
Verify that the air filter is clean and properly saturated with oil.
Insure that the fuel tank contains an adequate volume of fuel / oil mixture to
complete the distance required. (High octane pump gas with Cobra’s specially formulated Cobra Venom 2-cycle Race Oil)
Turn the fuel on by rotating the fuel petcock knob to the vertically downward position (reserve position is horizontally forward)
CAUTION: For best results from your Cobra Motorcycle use only the recommended fuels. Testing has shown that most ‘race’ fuels actually degrade performance.
When your pre-ride inspection is complete the bike may be started. For a cold engine follow this procedure.
1. Place the motorcycle on a stand of sufficient strength that positions the motorcycle in a level upright position with the rear wheel off the ground.
2. Pull up the choke knob and turn it to lock it.
3. Kick start the engine.
4. Rev the engine in short spurts, turning the throttle no more than 1/4 open until the engine will run without the choke.
5. Verify a functional engine shut-off switch by shutting off the engine.
6. Restart the engine and proceed with riding when the engine is sufficiently warm (i.e. the side of the cylinder is warm to touch).
CAUTION: Never rev an engine full throttle when it's cold or slightly warmed up. Also, for best clutch performance, warm up the bike before taking off.
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This is a high performance race motorcycle. Too much application of throttle will likely land your little racer on his or her arse. Fenders can be replaced but bruised egos and other body parts take longer.
General Tips
1. Always wear a helmet and other protective riding gear.
2. Cobra recommends that you tell your child to take it easy the first couple of
minutes in practice until the engine comes up to full operating temperature.
3. Make sure your riders’ foot is not resting on the foot brake while they are
riding.
4. Evaluate the bikes jetting only after it has been warmed up to race
temperatures.
5. A properly maintained machine is safer, faster, and more fun to ride.
6. Filling your transmission with more than 8.0 oz (235ml) of lubricant may
help to transfer heat from the clutch, but be aware that this extra oil will increase the frictional drag on the engine, thus reducing power, and will often get purged out the crankcase vent during riding.
7. New chains will stretch on first use. Never install a new chain prior to a
race. Always ‘break’ them in during practice.
8. Your Cobra Motorcycle has a 10 digit VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).
The first two digits indicate the model and the seventh indicates the model year (MY).
a. Example, Acxxxx5xxx is a 2005 MY King.
Maintenance
Schedule & Tips
It is important that you adhere to this maintenance schedule so as to promote the longevity of your Cobra Motorcycle.
Between each ride
o Check t he air f ilt er (clean and re-oil as necessary). o Ins ur e the smooth operation of the throttle cable (throttle soundly
‘clacks’ shut).
o Check f or fr ayed s t rands of the throttle cable inside the throttle housing
and replace if necessary.
o Check f or adequate tire pressures and adjust if necessary. o Check al l nut s and bolt s for proper torque and re-torque if necessary. o Spray all m oving par ts with WD40 or other light oil. o Check dr ive chain for
Proper tension and adjust if necessary.  Adequate lubrication and lubricate if necessary.
o Ins ur e that the ignition stator and rotor are clean and dry.
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o Check t he f rame for cracks in the metal or cracks in the paint that
might indicate that the metal has been stressed beyond it’s safe limits. Replace or get properly rewelded as necessary.
o Ins pect the rear sprocket damper plate for bending or warping.
Straighten or replace if more than 1/16” (1.6 mm) from flat.
o Check t he r im s f or signs of stress, like cracks around the rim, spokes
and hub.
Every 2 hours of operation o Replace the transmission oil.
Every 10 hours of operation
o Replace the fork oil. o Have the shock oil replaced by a Certified Cobra Mechanic.
CAUTION:
1. Because of the amount of heat generated by the clutch and engine during
extended periods of riding, it is advisable to remove the ignition cover afterward to allow the ignition to cool off. The heat transfers through the cases and can damage the stator as it cools off because of lack of airflow around the stator.
2. If you ever need to weld anything on the bike, disconnect the spark plug
cap, unplug the ignition, disconnect the kill switch, scrape the paint bare near the area to be welded and put the ground clamp as close to the area to be welded as possible.
Be sure the fuel tank and carburetor have been removed and safely located away from the welding process.
3. The frame is 4130 Chrome Moly and it is important to weld it with the proper
rod and heat settings set as light as possible. Cobra recommends replacing the frame with a new one if the old one becomes damaged.
4. If your kick-starter lever does not return to the rubber bumper, use WD-40
or light penetrating oil under the plastic cover behind the spring on the shaft. The shaft is a very close fit to the case and also has an O-RING in it and is difficult to get lubrication to which may cause binding. If it does not loosen up, remove the kick-starter cover and kicking assembly. Grease the shaft.
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Replacing Transmission / Clut ch Lubricant
Tools needed:
235 ml (8.0 oz) Cobra Venom 3 Shoe Clutch Milk (Part # MCMUGF01).
13 mm combination wrench
Procedure:
1. Begin this procedure with a bike that has been ridden more than 5 minutes
but less than 10 minutes. It is desired to have the engine warm enough so that the oil is ‘runny’ but not so hot that there is risk of being burned by the engine or the oil.
Hot oil and hot components on the motorcycle may cause burns.
2. Lean bike against something or set on stand with oil drain hole.
3. Using a 13 mm wrench, remove the oil drain bolt located on the right side of
the engine, on the clutch cover, near the brake lever (Item 2, figure 1).
Figure 1
4. After it has drained, reinstall the bolt being sure that the copper gasket is in
place. Torque to 15 Nm (11 ft-lb).
5. Reapply oil from oil fill plug 235 cc (8.0 oz) Cobra Venom 3 Shoe Clutch Milk
thru the oil fill plug.
NOTE:
Lean bike over onto it’s left hand side so that the clutch cover is up unless you have a squeeze bottle.
6. Reapply the oil fill plug, hand tight, being sure the fiber gasket is in place.
CAUTION: Cobra has spent considerable time and money developing t he proper lubrication to handle the harsh environment of the automat ic clutch and transmission of this motorcycle. Cobra’s specially developed Cobra Venom 3 Shoe Clutch Milk (Part # MCMUGF01) was formulated to provide superior lubrication and cooling
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capability over extended periods of time and is the recommended lubricant for
1. Make sure that the rear
Push down on the seat, sion down to where the
chain is tightest. At this
e should be a
With the rear wheel a minimum of 2.5” of
slack between the swing arm and the chain.
your Cobra motorcycle.
Chain adjustment
Figure 2
Rear Brake Maintenance
CAUTION: Too little brake pedal free-play will allow the brake pads to drag causing the pads to wear prematurely and possible engine component failures. Too much free-play will not all the rider to apply the brakes quickly.
1. Set pedal height/position first, then
2. Set pedal free play.
Brake pedal height can be adjusted with the bolt and nut located under the rear of the brake pedal. The free-play is adjusted with the adjustable plunger on the end of the brake pedal.
CAUTION: Use only DOT 4 brake fluid
Setting rear brake pedal position (see figure 2b):
1. Loosen the lock nut (10mm wrench).
2. Adjust the brake lever stop (10mm wrench) so that the lever is comfortably reachable in both:
a. Standing riding position, and b. Sitting riding position.
3. Tighten the lock nut (10 mm wrench).
wheel is aligned properly.
2.
compressing the suspen-
point, ther minimum of 1” of slack.
3.
elevated, there should be
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Figure 2b
CAUTION: Adequate pedal free play is required so that the brake pads do not drag on the rotor. 1” MINIMUM.
Make sure that the free play locking clip is installed such that one must push forward, toward the front of the bike, to remove. Otherwise the clip is apt to come undone while riding.
To adjust (see figure 2b):
1. Loosen the lock nut (10mm).
2. Undo the free play locking clip from around the brake adjustor (plunger), with your hand by pushing it forward.
3. Slide the pin of the locking free play locking clip from the brake lever
4. Adjust as needed by rotating the clevis on the end of the adjustor (plunger).
NOTE:
Turning the clevis Clockwise will lengthen the adjustor (plunger), removing free play from the system, and turning the clevis Counter-Clockwise will shorten the adjustor (plunger) adding free play to the system.
Air Filter Cleaning
Tools recommended for air filter maintenance:
Filter oil
Grease
• Proudly nothing other than that!
CAUTION: It is very important to keep it clean and properly oiled with high quality water­resistant foam filter oil. It is also very import ant to oil your filter consistently each time because varied amounts of oil will change your carburetor jetting.
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Make sure you change your filter after each moto. We recommend carrying three or more filters in your toolbox.
1 for practice 1 for the each moto
When washing your bike, it may be handy to remove the airboot and hose out the airbox. When doing so, cover the carburetor inlet with a suitabl e shield capable of keeping water from entering the engine. Cobra has a rubber cap for the carburetor inlet (part # RCMU0109).
Fork Oil Replacement
Tools required
Two 19 mm wrenches or sockets
4 & 5 mm hex key (Allen wrench)
1” wrench or socket
10 wt fork oil
Disassembly procedure
1. Remove the front wheel (19 mm wrench).
2. Remove the brake caliber from the fork leg (4 mm hex key).
3. Loosen the fork caps (1” socket).
4. Remove the fork legs from the triple clamps (5 mm hex key).
5. One leg at a time a. Remove the fork cap from the leg. b. Separate the fork cap from the damper rod. c. Pull out t he fork spring. d. Place upside down over a suitable pan, tray, or container. e. Work the damper rod up and down several times. f. Allow it to drain completely.
Assembly procedure
1. Fill the fork leg with 3.5 oz (105 ml) 10 wt fork oil.
2. Measure the fork oil level to the top of the fork tube with the leg collapsed,
and record for tuning purposes.
3. Install the fork spring.
4. Reconnect the damper rod to the fork cap (12 ft-lb, 16 Nm).
CAUTION: The damper rod is hollow and will break if the nut is over tightened.
5. Reinstall the for cap into the fork leg (5 ft-lb, 6.7 Nm)
6. Reinstall the fork legs into the clamps (6 ft-lb, 8 Nm).
7. Reinstall the brake caliper.
8. Reinstall the front wheel (25 ft-lb, 34 Nm).
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Parts
Coolant System
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
RAKG0001
AIRBOX
2
HCBF0616
M6X16 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
3
RCKG0502
AIR FILTER
4
RCKG0503
FILTER RETAINER
5
TCKG0004
MUDFLAP – AIRBOX
6
TCKG0105
BRACKET – MUDFLAP
7
HCBB0612
M6X12 BUTTON HEAD BOLT
8
MCKGHO03
HOSE CLAMP – AIRBOX TO BOOT
9
RCKG0505
AIR BOOT
10
MCKGHO01
HOSE CLAMP – BOOT TO CARB
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MCKGHO04
HOSE CLAMP – CARB TO MANIFOLD
12
ECKG0203
INLET MANIFOLD
13
ZCMU0031
GASKET – MANIFOLD TO REED
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ECKG0202
REED CAGE ASSEMBLY WITH REEDS
NOT SHOWN
ECKG0205
REED REPLACEMENT KIT
15
ZCMU0032
GASKET – REEDS TO ENGINE
16
HCBC0625
M6X25 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW
17
HCWF0601
6MM FLAT WASHER
18
RCCM1301
VELOCITY STACK
Parts – Airbox & Inlet System
Figure 5
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Parts – Bars and Controls
Bars and Controls
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
TCMU0009
HANDLEBAR - STEEL
2
MCMU0001
OPTIONAL CROSS BAR PAD
3
TCMU0008
GRIPS (SET OF TWO)
4
FCMU0066
THROTTLE ASSEMBLY
NOT
SHOWN
FCMU0068
THROTTLE COVER
5
BCKG0023
ALLOY BRAKE LEVER W/BALL
6
BCKG0024
BRAKE PERCH ASSY W/LEVER & BALL
NOT
SHOWN
BAKG0004
SHIELDED BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY
7
FCMU0067
THROTTLE CABLE
8
HCBC0806
SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW M8 X 30 (4 PER)
9S
TKMU0404M
BAR MOUNT KIT, SHORT (2 PER)
9T
TKMU0403M
BAR MOUNT KIT, TALL (2 PER)
10
HCBC1001
M10X45 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW (2 REQ’D PER BIKE)
12
HCNL1001
M10 LOCK NUT
NOT
SHOWN
HCBH0816
M8 X 16 HEX HEAD BOLT
NOT
SHOWN
HCWF0801
8MM FLAT WASHER
13
FCMU0033
KILL SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Figure 3
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REF. #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
RCMU0305
CARB SLIDE
2
RCMU0601
NEEDLE
3
RCMU0002
ATOMIZER
4
RCMU0096
MAIN JET
6
CHOKE JET
7
RCMU0301
FLOAT
8
RCMU0102
RUBBER CABLE CAP SEAL
9
RCMU0003
CABLE ADJUSTOR
11
RCMU0006
TOP CARB SCREW
12
RCMU0106
CARB TOP
NOT
SHOWN
NOT
SHOWN
Not Shown
FCMU0026
FUEL LINE
Not Shown
MCMUCL04
HOSE CLAMPS – FUEL LINE
Parts - Carburetor
Figure 4
Carburetor
5 RCMU0065 PILOT JET
13 ZCMU0007 TOP CARB GASKET 14 RCMU0004 SLIDE SPRING 15 RCMU0205 NEEDLE RETAINER PLATE 16 RCMU0007 NEEDLE CLIP 17 RCMU0204 CHOKE ASS’Y. 2001 CM 20 RCMU0009 FUEL MIXTURE SCREW 21 RCMU0011 IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW 25 RCMU0103 FLOAT BOWL GASKET
26 RCMU0107 FLOAT NEEDLE 27 RCMU0012 DIFFUSER 28 RCMU0016 FLOAT RETAINER PIN 29 RCMU0106 FLOAT BOWL 30
RCMU0201 BOTTOM FLOAT SCREW
31
RCCM1301 VELOCITY STACK -05 MCKGHO01 CLAMP – CARBURETOR TO FILTER
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Parts – Coolant System
Coolant System
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
FCKG0036
RADIATOR WITH CAP
2
FCMU0047
RADIATOR CAP (2 ears or ribbed)
3
MCMUHO05
RADIATOR HOSE, TOP, LEFT
4
MCKGHO06
RADIATOR HOSE, BOTTOM, RIGHT
5
MCMUGR03
MOUNTING GROMMET (3 PER)
6
FCMU0006
RADIATOR MOUNTING BRACKET (TEARDROP)
7
HCBF0616
FLANGE HEAD BOLT M6X16
8
MCMUCL02
HOSE CLAMP (4 REQ’D)
9
ECHA0002
RADIATOR VENT HOSE
Figure 5
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Parts – Electrical System
Electrical System
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
IAMU0001
COIL W/SPARK PLUG CAP
2
ECMU0065
SPARK PLUG, CHAMPION (8339-1)
2H
ECMU0067
OPTIONAL HOTTER PLUG (8332-1)
2C
ECMU0066
OPTIONAL COLDER PLUG (8904-1)
3
FCMU0033
KILL SWITCH ASSEMBLY
4
HCBC0516
SCREW, M5 X 16 (2 PER)
5
HCCN0000
5MM CLIP NUT (2 PER)
6
IAMU0002
GROUND WIRE
31
HCWF0504
WASHER FOR STATOR (3 PER)
32
HCBC0525
5mm x 25 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW
33
HCBC0535
5mm x 35 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW (2 REQ’D)
34
HCNS1001
NUT 10MM
35
ECKG0042
PULLEY, WATERPUMP CRANK
59
ICMU0006
ROTOR
NOT SHOWN
ICMU0012
WOODRUFF KEY
60
ICMU0007
STATOR
NOT SHOWN
MCKGGR01
GROMMET - STATOR LEAD
Figure 6
20
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Parts – Engine – Bottom End and
Engine Bottom End and Transmission
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
ECKG0017
CRANKCASE, IGNITION SIDE no bearings
2
ECMU0020L
BEARING, TRANSMISSION PRECISION
3
ECKG0004
SNAP RING, WATER PUMP
4
ZCMU0501
GASKET, CRANKCASE
5
ECMU0106
SECONDARY SHAFT, TRANSMISSION WITH GEAR
6
ECMU0017
SEAL, CRANKSHAFT
7
ECMU0016
BEARING, CRANKSHAFT
8
ECMU0001
BEARING, TRANMISSION SECONDARY SHAFT
9
ECMU0038
CRANKSHAFT
10
ECKGBR01
BEARING, TRANSMISSION OUTPUT SHAFT
13
ECDC0031
DOWEL, ENGINE CASE ALIGNEMENT
14
HCBH0805
M8X12 SCREW
15
HCWC0000
COPPER GASKET
16
ECMU0107
OUTPUT SHAFT, TRANSMISSION WITH GEAR
17
ECMU0020
BEARING, TRANSMISSION PRECISION
19
ECKG0018
CRANKCASE, CLUTCH SIDE, no berings
25
HCBH0612
M6X12 HEX HEAD SCREW - BEARING RETAINER
27
HCWL0601
6MM LOCK WASHER
Transmission
Figure 7A
21
Page 23
Parts –
Engine – Clutch and Kick Starter
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
ECMU0127
CLUTCH COVER WITH KICK SHAFT, GEAR, AND LEVER
2
ZCMU0030
CLUTCH COVER GASKET
3
ECMU0207
KICKSTART GEAR SMALL
4
HCBC0608
M6X55 SHCS CLUTCH CVR SCREW LNG (2 REQ’D) CENTER
5
HCBC0606
M6X45 SHCS CLUTCH COVER SCREW SHORT (4 REQ’D)
6
ECMU0068
KICKSTART STOP BOLT
7
ECMU0037
OIL FILL PLUG
8
ZCMU0001
OIL FILL PLUG GASKET
9
HCBH0805
M8X12 OIL DRAIN SCREW
10
HCWC0000
COPPER GASKET
11
ECDC0046
KICK START LEVER
12
ECMU0164
KICK LEVER STOP BRACKET
13
HCBF0625
M6X25 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
14
ECMU0204
KICK STARTER DUST COVER
15
ECMU0063
KICK RETURN SPRING
16
CCMU0031
CLUTCH ARBOR
17
CAKG0005
CLUTCH SHOE (SET OF 3)
NOT SHOWN
CAKG0004
SET OF 3 CLUTCH SHOES WITH SPRINGS, WASHER & BOLT
NOT SHOWN
CAKG0002
CLUTCH ASSY W/ ARBOR, SHOES, SPRINGS, WSHR & BOLT
18
CCMU0129
SPRING, CLUTCH (SINGLE PIECE)
19
See Clutch
WASHERS, CLUTCH FLAT
NOT SHOWN
CAMU0008
SPRINGS, WASHER, & BOLT (COMPLETE SET FOR 3 SHOES)
20
HCBS5603
BOLT, CLUTCH CENTER (SINGLE PIECE)
21
ECMU0018
NUT, CLUTCH SPECIAL
22
ECMU0089
CLUTCH BASKET, WELDED WITH BUSHING
23
ECMU0110
BUSHING, CLUTCH BASKET
24
ECMU0040
SPACER, CLUTCH BASKET (1 - 3 REQ’D)
25
ECMU0132
COOLANT FITTING
26
ECMU0109
GEAR, PRIMARY TRANSMISSION
27
HCNS1202
NUT, 1/2-20 LEFT HAND THREAD
28
ECMU0503
FITTING, CASE VENT
NOT SHOWN
ECMU0504
HOSE – CRANKCASE VENT
29
ECMUSP01
KICK START DOG SPRING (PAPER CLIP)
31
HCWB0042
SPRING WASHER
Engine Clutch and Kicker
Figure 7B
22
Page 24
Parts –
Engine – Ignition and Water Pump
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
ECKG0001
IGNITION COVER
2
ZCKG0101
IGNITION COVER GASKET
3
HCBC0445
M4 x 45 SOCKET HEAD (4 REQ’D)
4
ECKG0170
WATER PUMP BELT
5
ECKG0175
WATER PUMP PULLEY, FAN TYPE - DRIVEN
6
ECMU0180
BELT RETAINER
7
HCBS0003
SHOULDER BOLT 6MM
8
HCWF0501
FLAT WASHER
9
ECKG0072
BEARING, WATER PUMP
10
ECKG0142
SHAFT, WATER PUMP
11
ECKG0074
SEAL, WATER PUMP SHAFT
12
ECKG0073
IMPELLER, WATER PUMP
13
HCBB0001
IMPELLER SCREW, SHCS 10-32X1/2
14
HCSS8201
RETAINING SCREW, SHCS 8-32X3/8
15
HCBC0603
CASE SCREW, SHCS M6X30
16
HCBC0606
CASE SCREW, SHCS M6X45 (3 REQ’D)
17
HCBC0604
CASE SCREW, SHCS M6X35 (5 REQ’D)
18
HCWF0504
WASHER FOR STATOR (3 PER)
19
ICMU0007
STATOR
20
HCBC0535
5mm x 35 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW (2 REQ’D)
21
HCBC0525
5mm x 25 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW
22
ICMU0006
ROTOR
23
ECKG0042
WATER PUMP PULLEY, CRANK
24
HCNS1001
NUT 10MM
25
MCKGGR00
GROMMET
26
PCKG0014
SPROCKET, 14T COUNTERSHAFT
27
ECKGSR03
SNAP RING, COUNTERSHAFT SPROCKET
28
ECMU0073
SPACER, SPROCKET
29
ECMU0072
SEAL, COUNTERSHAFT
30
ZCDCOR01
O-RING, COUNTERSHAFT SPACER
31
ECKG0004
RETAINER, WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY
32
ICMU0012
WOODRUFF KEY – FLYWHEEL / CRANKSHAFT
Engine – Ignition and Water Pump
Figure 7C
23
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Parts –
Engine – Top End
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
ECMU0052
CYLINDER
2
ZCKG0501
BASE GASKET
3
ECMU0060
PISTON KIT
5
ECMU0055
PISTON RINGS (2 PER SET)
6
ECMUSR00
SNAP RING FOR PISTON (2 REQ'D)
7
ECKG0012
WRIST PIN
8
ECMU0077
BEARING, WRIST PIN
9
ZCMUOR07
O-RING, EXHAUST FLANGE
10
ECMU0086
EXHAUST FLANGE
NOT
SHOWN
ZCMOTE11
O-RINGS – PIPE TO FLANGE (2 REQ’D)
11
HCBC0602
M6X20, EXHAUST FLANGE SCREW (2 REQ'D)
12
HCNS0601
6mm Nut
13
HCWF0601
6MM FLAT WASHER
14
ECKG0026
CYLINDER HEAD OUTER
15
ZCMUOR02
O-RING, CYLINDER HEAD LARGE
16
ZCMUV024
O-RING CYLINDER HEAD SMALL
17
ZCMUOR10
O-RING CYLINDER STUD (4 REQ'D )
18
ECMU0532
CYLINDER HEAD, INSERT
19
ZCMUV032
O-RING CYLINDER HEAD MEDIUM
20
ECMU0075
STUD, CYLINDER 6mm
Engine – Top End
Figure 7D
24
Page 26
Parts – Exhaust System
Exhaust System
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
XCKG2004
2004 KING EXHAUST PIPE
2
ZCMOTE11
HEADER PIPE O-RINGS (2 REQ’D)
3
XCMU0005
EXHAUST SPRING - SHORT
4
MCMUGR06
PIPE GROMMET MALE
5
MCMUGR07
PIPE GROMMET FEMALE
6
MCMUSP02
PIPE GROMMET SPACER
7
HCWF1478
PIPE GROMMET WASHER (2 REQ’D)
8
HCBF0635
M6X35 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
NOT SHOWN
HCHA0003
6MM CLIP NUT – FOR FRONT PIPE MOUNT
9
XCDC0003
SILENCER
NOT SHOWN
XCMU0018
SILENCER PACKING
10
XCKG0009
PIPE / SILENCER SEAL
11
MCMUGR03
MOUNTING GROMMET (4 REQ’D TOTAL, 2 PER BOLT)
12
TCKG0001
SPACER (2 REQ’D)
13
HCBF0630
M6X30 FLANGE HEAD BOLT (2 REQ’D)
NOT SHOWN
HCNF0601
6MM FLANGE NUT (2 REQ’D) – SIL ENCER MOUNTING NUT
FCKG0028
BRACKET – RIGHT SIDE RADIATOR SHROUD
Figure 8
25
Page 27
Parts – Forks & Triple Clamps
Front Forks and Triple Clamp
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
KAKG0010
FORK COMPLETE, NON-BRAKE SIDE
2
KAKG0009
FORK COMPLETE, BRAKE SIDE
3
KCKG0040
FORK GUARD SET
4
KCKG0040
FORK GUARD SET
5
MCMUZT04
CABLE TIE (2 REQ’D)
6
HCBB0612
M6X12, BUTTON HEAD SCREW (4 REQ’D)
7
FAKG0010
TRIPLE CLAMP BOTTOM ASSY, (1 BEARING AND DUST COVER)
8
FCKG0033
TRIPLE CLAMP UPPER
9
HCNJ0101
STEERING HEAD NUT 1X14
10
HCBC0625
SOCKET HEAD CS M6X25 (4 REQ’D)
11
HCBC0806
CAP SCREW M8X30 (4 REQ’D)
12S
TKMU0404M
BAR MOUNT KIT, SHORT (2 REQ’D)
12T
TKMU0403M
BAR MOUNT KIT, TALL (2 REQ’D)
14
HCBC1001
M10X45 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW (2 REQ’D PER BIKE)
15
HCNL1001
M10 LOCK NUT
NOT
SHOWN
HCBH0816
M8 X 16 HEX HEAD BOLT
NOT
SHOWN
HCWF0801
8MM FLAT WASHER
16
FCMU0103
DUST COVER (2 REQ’D)
17
FCMU0004
STEERING HEAD BEARING (2 REQ’D)
18
HCBC0625
SOCKET HEAD CS M6X25 (4 REQ’D)
19
HCBF0616
FENDER BOLT, M6X16 FLANGE HEAD (4 REQ’D)
20
FCKG0213
BRAKE LINE HOLDER
21
HCBF0620
M6X20 FLANGE HEAD BOLT (NUMBER PLATE FASTNR)
Figure 12
26
Page 28
Parts – Forks – Leg Assembly
Fork Leg Assembly
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
FORK DAMPER ASSEMBLY
2
KCKG1201
FORK SPRING STANDARD (12 LB/IN)
NOT SHOWN
KCKG0009
FORK SPRING OPTIONAL SOFTER (9 LB/IN)
NOT SHOWN
KCKG0015
FORK SPRING OPTIONAL STIFFER (15 LB/IN)
3 BR
KAKG0028
FORK LEG INNER ASSEMBLY, BRAKE SIDE
3 NBR
KAKG0029
FORK LEG INNER ASEMBLY, NON-BRAKE SIDE
4
KCKG0004
FORK BUSHING, GLIDERING
5
KCMU0008
SWIPER (PART NUMBER IS A SINGLE PIECE)
6
KCMUSR23
SNAP RING
7
KCMU0007
FORK SEAL (PART NUMBER IS A SINGLE PIECE)
8
KCKG0020
FORK BUSHING, BRONZE
9
KCKG0121
OUTER FORK TUBE
10
KAKG0030
FORK CAP ASSEMBLY WITH RELIEF
Figure 13
27
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Parts – Forks – Damper Assembly
Damper Cartridge Assembly
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
KCKG0027
FORK DAMPER ROD
2
KCKG0025
CARTRIDGE TOP
3
KCKG0031
TOP OUT SPRINIG
4
KAKG0017
MID VALVE ASSEMBLY (STANDARD)
NOT SHOWN
KAKG0016
MID VALVE ASSEMBLY (SOFT/FAST) OPTIONAL
NOT SHOWN
KAKG0018
MID VALVE ASSEMBLY (HARD/SLOW) OPTIONAL
5
KCKG0032
FORK SPRING GUIDE
6
HCNJ5601
NUT
7
DAMPER ROD ASSEMBLY WITH MID VALVE
8
KCKG0023
CARTRIDGE TUBE
9
KAKG0014
BASE VALVE ASSEMBLY STANDARD
NOT SHOWN
KAKG0013
BASE VALVE ASSEMBLY (SOFT/FAST) OPTIONAL
NOT SHOWN
KAKG0015
BASE VALVE ASSEMBLY (HARD/SLOW) OPTIONAL
10
KCKG0024
BOTTOM PLUG
11
ZCKGOR10
BOTTOM PLUG O-RING
Figure 14
Figure 15
28
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Parts – Forks – Damper – Base Valve Assembly
Forks -Valving, Base Valve Assembly – Std.
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
HCBC0606
M6X45 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW
2
KCKG0011
CHECKSTOP
3
KCKG0038
SPRING, BASE VALVE
4
KCKGSH01
CHECKPLATE, 14 X .3
5
KCKG0026
PISTON, FORK VALVE
6
KCKG0013
O-RING, BASE VALVE PISTON
7
KCKGSH02
SHIM, 14 X .1
8
KCKGSH03
SHIM, 12 X .15
9
KCKG0036
CONICAL SPACER
10
KCKG0024
BOTTOM PLUG
11
ZCKGOR10
O-RING, BOTTOM PLUG
Figure 16
29
Page 31
Parts – Forks – Damper – Mid Valve Assembly
Forks – Valving, Mid Valve Assembly – Std.
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
HCBC0603
M6X30 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW
2
HCWF0601
FLAT WASHER
3
KCKGSH05
SHIM, 8 X .15 (2 REQ’D)
4
KCKGSH04
SHIM, 12 X .1
5
KCKGSH02
SHIM, 14 X .1
6
KCKG0026
PISTON, FORK VALVE
7
KCKG0035
GLIDRING, MIDVALVE PISTON
8
KCKGSH01
CHECKPLATE, 14 X .3
9
KCKG0038
SPRING - MID VALVE
10
KCKG0011
CHECK STOP
Figure 17
30
Page 32
Parts – Frame I
Frame
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
FAKG0011
FRAME 2005 KING
2
HCBF0616
M6X16 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
3
HCHA0003
6MM “U” NUT
4
TCKG0007
PLUG – FRAME END
5
MCMU0003
STRAP – HANDLE
6
HCBF0620
M6X20 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
7
HCHA0003
6MM “U” NUT
8
HCBF0630
M6X30 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
9
MCMUGR03
GROMMET (2 REQ’D PER BOLT)
10
TCKG0001
ALUMINUM SPACER
11
HCWF1478
PIPE GROMMET WASHER
12
HCBH0880
FRONT ENGINE MOUNT BOLT, M8X30 SHCS
13
HCNL0801
8MM LOCKNUT
14
HCBH1403
SWINGARM PIVOT BOLT
15
HCNL1402
SWINGARM LOCK NUT (M14 X1)
16
MCMUGR03
GROMMET
17
HCBF0616
M6X16 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
18
FCMU0006
RADIATOR MOUNTING BRACKET (TEARDROP)
19
HCHA0003
6MM “U” NUT
20
FCMU0057
CHAIN ROLLER
21
HCWF1201
WASHER FLAT, CHAIN ROLLER (2 REQ’D)
22
HCCP0002
COTTERPIN 3/32 X 1 (2 REQ’D)
Figure 9
31
Page 33
Parts – Frame II
Frame
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
FAKG0011
FRAME 2005 KING
2
HCBF0616
M6X16 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
3
HCNK0001
KNOB – SEAT FASTENING
4
HCBB0516
M5X16 BUTTON HEAD BOLT
5
HCWP0002
ALUMINUM WASHER
6
HCBB0516
M5X16 BUTTON HEAD BOLT
7
HCCN0000
5 MM CLIPNUT
8
HCBF0620
M6X20 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
9
BCDC0009
BRAKE PIVOT BOLT
10
BCBH0601
M6 X 20 HEX HEAD BOLT
11
HCNS0601
6MM NUT
12
TCMU0110
WIDE FOOTPEGS (PAIR)
13
TCMU0106
FOOTPEG SPRING (2 PER)
14
HCBB0803
M8X40 BUTTON HEAD BOLT (2 PER)
15
HCNL0801
8MM LOCK NUT (2 PER)
16
HCWF5601
FLAT WASHER (2 PER)
17
HCBF0630
FLANGE HEAD BOLT, M6X30
18
MCMUGR06
PIPE GROMMET MALE
19
MCMUGR07
PIPE GROMMET FEMALE
20
MCMUSP02
PIPE GROMMET SPACER
21
FCKG0028
BRACKET – RIGHT SIDE RAD SHROUD
22
HCHA0003
6MM “U” NUT
23
HCBH0502
M5X16 HEX HEAD BOLT
24
HCCN0000
5 MM CLIPNUT
25
HCWF0601
6MM FLAT WASHER (ONLY 1 USED)
Figure 10
32
Page 34
Parts – Front Brakes
Front Brakes
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
BAKG0003
FRONT BRAKE ASSEMBLY
2
BCKG0030
HOSE – BRAKE FRONT
3
BCKG0023
ALLOY BRAKE LEVER
4
BCKG0024
BRAKE PERCH & MASTER CYLINDER ASSY W/ LEVER
5
BCKG0029
CALIPER – FRONT
6
BCKG0009
BRAKE PADS, WITH “E” CLIP
7
BCMU0503
BRAKE ROTOR
8
HCBB0516
M5X16 BUTTON HEAD BOLTS WI TH THREAD LOC
9
BAKG0003
BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET
10
HCBF0635
M6 X 35 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
11
HCBF0616
M6 X 16 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
12
WCMUZT04
CABLE TIES (2 REQ’D) TO SECURE BRAKE LINE TO FORK GUARD
13
BCKG0031
BLEED KIT (MULTIPLE SYRINGES, FITTINGS & HOSE)
14
BRAKE FLUID
15
FCKG0213
GUIDE – FRONT BRAKE LINE
ACCESSORY
BCKG0028
LEVER ADJUSTMENT KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0027
RESERVOIR SEAL KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0025
REPLACEMENT BAR CLAMP AND SCREWS (FOR MASTER CYLINDER)
ACCESSORY
BCKG0026
PISTON & REBUILD KIT FOR MASTER CYLINDER
ACCESSORY
BCKG0014
FITTING KIT (BANJO BOLT, SMALL O-RING & SET SCREW)
ACCESSORY
BCKG0015
CALIPER PISTONS & SEALS
ACCESSORY
BCKG0019
RETURN SPRING (4 FINGER SPRING)
Figure 18
33
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Parts – Front Wheel
Front Wheel
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
WAKG0021
FRONT WHEEL COMPLETE
2
WCKG1200
12" FRONT TIRE
3
WCKG1201
12" FRONT TUBE
4
WCKG0011
FRONT AXLE
5
WCMU0123
FRONT WHEEL SPACER, X LARGE
6
WCMU0120
WHEEL BEARING (2 REQD)
7
WCMU0032
WHEEL BEARING SPACER
8
WCMU0101
FRONT WHEEL SPACER, LARGE
9
BCKG0021
BRAKE CARRIER BRACKET
10
HCWF1202
FRONT AXLE WASHER
11
HCNS1201
FRONT AXLE NUT (12MM)
12
BCMU0207
BRAKE ROTOR MOUNTING BOLTS (6 REQD)
13
BCMU0503
BRAKE ROTOR
Figure 19
34
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Parts – Plastic Bodywork & Se at
Plastic and Seat
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
TCMU0016
FRONT FENDER
NOT SHOWN
HCBF0616
FRONT FENDER MTG BOLTS (4 RE Q D)
2
TCMU0005
FRONT NUMBER PLATE
NOT SHOWN
HCBF0625
FRONT NUMBER PLATE MTG BOLT
3
TCMU0006
FUEL TANK (NO PETCOCK OR CAP)
NOT SHOWN
HCBF0616
FUEL TANK MOUNTING BOLT
4
TCMU1203
RADIATOR SHROUDS (RAD CAP ACCESS)
NOT SHOWN
HCBB0402
RAD SHROUD MTG BOLT, LONG (1 PER SIDE)
NOT SHOWN
HCBB0403
RAD SHROUD MTG BOLT, SHORT (1 PER SIDE)
5
TCMU0113
SIDE NUMBER PLATE SET
NOT SHOWN
HCBB0516
M5X16 NUMBER PLATE MTG SCREW (2 PER SIDE)
NOT SHOWN
HCWP0002
NUMBER PLATE WASHER (UPPER HOLE ONLY)
6
TAMU0001
REAR FENDER ASSEMBLY
NOT SHOWN
HCBH0620
REAR FENDER MTG BOLT (2 REQD)
7
TCMU0505
SEAT
8
TCMU0103
FUEL TANK CAP
9
TCMU0038
FUEL PETCOCK
10
HCNK0001
KNOB – SEAT FASTENING
11
FCKG0028
BRACKET – RIGHT SIDE RAD SHROUD
NOT SHOWN
HKPP0001
PUSH PINS – 10 PACK SHROUD FASTENING
NOT SHOWN
TCMU0022
GRAPHIC KIT – KING 2005
12
MCMU0003
STRAP HANDLE
Figure 20
35
Page 37
Parts – Rear Brake
Rear Brake System
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
BAKG0002
BRAKE COMPLETE
1
BCMU0012
BRAKE PEDAL
2
BCDC0009
BRAKE PIVOT BOLT
3
HCBH0620
M6X20 HEX HEAD BOLT
4
HCNS0601
6 MM NUT
5
BCMUSP02
BRAKE RETURN SPRING
6
BCMU0501
SEAL – BRAKE PEDAL (2 REQ’D)
7
BCDC0004
PUSH ROD, REAR BRAKE
8
HCBF0620
M6X209 FLANGE HEAD BOLT (2 REQ’D)
9
HCPP0832
BRAKE HOSE CLAMP FASTENER (2 REQ’D)
10
HCCC0002
BRAKE HOSE CLAMP (2 REQ’D)
11
BCKG0010
REPLACEMENT BRAKE HOSE
12
HCBF0635
M6X35 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
13
HCBF0620
M6X20 FLANGE HEAD BOLT
14
BCKG0013
CALIPER – REAR BRAKE
ACCESSORY
BCKG0009
BRAKE PADS
15
BCKG0104
BRAKE CARRIER WITH PAD
16
BCKG0007
WHEEL SPACER - FLOATING CARRIER
17
BCKG0011
BRAKE ROTOR
18
HCBB0620
M6X20 BUTTON HEAD CAP S CREWS (5 REQ’D)
19
BCKG0012
MASTER CYLINDER - REAR
ACCESSORY
BCKG0014
FITTING KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0015
MASTER CYLINDER PISTON / SEAL KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0016
RESERVOIR SEAL KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0017
CALIPER BOLT / O-RING KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0018
CALIPER PISTON / SEAL KIT
ACCESSORY
BCKG0019
PAD RETURN SPRING (4 LEG SPRING)
Figure 21
36
Page 38
Parts – Rear Wheel
Rear Wheel
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
WAKG0019
REAR WHEEL COMPLETE
2
WCMU0275
REAR TIRE, BRIDGESTONE MT320 2.75X10
3
WCMUTU10
TUBE, BRIDGESTONE 10"
4
BCMU0502
BRAKE ROTOR
5
HCBB0620
M6X20 BUTTON HEAD CAP S CREWS (5 REQD)
6
PCMU0038
38T STEEL REAR SPROCKET
7
PCMU0059
RUBBER DAMPERS
8
WCMU0008
WHEEL DAMPING PLATE
9
HCBH0701
M7X35 HEX HEAD BOLT
10
PCMU0001
MASTER LINK 420
11
PCMU0100
CHAIN 420 X 100
12
WCMU0016
REAR AXLE
13
HCPA0002
AXLE HEAD FIXING PLATE
14
BCKG0007
WHEEL SPACER - FLOATING CARRIER
15
BCKG0103
BRAKE CARRIER
NOT
SHOWN
BCKG0104
BRAKE CARRIER PAD
16
WCMU0120
WHEEL BEARING
17
WCMU0033
WHEEL BEARING SPACER
18
WCMU0101
WHEEL SPACER
19
HCWF1202
AXLE WASHER
20
HCNS1201
AXLE NUT 12MM
21
WCMU0006
SPACER, SPROCKET DAMPER (4 REQD)
Figure 22
37
Page 39
Parts – Shock
Shock
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
SAKG2005
SHOCK ABSORBER 2005 KING
1
SCKGOH95
REPLACEMENT SHOCK SPRING (YELLOW, 195 LB/IN)
SCKGOH85
LIGHT RATE SHOCK SPRING (GRAY, 185 LB/IN)
SCKGO205
HEAVY RATE SHOCK SPRING (GOLD, 205 LB/IN)
2
SCKGOH05
LOCKNUT
3
SCKGOH04
SPRING PLATFORM
4
SCKGOH03
BALL JOIINT
5
SCKGOH02
SPACER
6
SCKGOH11
O-RING FOR BALL JOINT
7
SCKGOH21
SCREW FOR KNOB
8
SCKGOH22
KNOB FOR ADJUSTMENT
9
HCBH1001
M10 X 40 HEX HEAD BOLT
Figure 23
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Parts – Swingarm Assembly
Swingarm
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
GAKG2004
SWINGARM ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
1
GAKG0002
SWINGARM PAINTED
2
HCBH1403
SWINGARM PIVOT BOLT
3
HCNL1402
SWINGARM LOCK NUT (M14 X1)
4
GCMU0001
SWINGARM BUSHING (4 PER)
5
GCMU0005
TOP SWINGARM GUARD (CHAIN S L IDER)
6
HCBB0803
M8X40 BUTTON HEAD BOLT
7
HCWF5601
FLAT WASHER
8
HCNL0801
8MM LOCK NUT
9
PAKG0001
CHAIN GUIDE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
10
HCBF1401
1/4 X 20 X 1-1/2" FLAT HEAD SCREW (2 PER)
11
HCNL1401
1/4" LOCKNUT (2 PER)
12
HCBF0620
M6 X 20 FLANGE HEAD BOLT (2 PER)
13
HCCC0002
BRAKE HOSE CLAMP (2 PER)
14
HCPP0832
BRAKE HOSE CLAMP FASTNER (2 PER)
15
HCBH1001
M10 X 40 LOWER SHOCK MOUNT BOLT
16
FCMU0203
WHEEL PULL
17
FCMU0202
WHEEL PULL CAP
18
HCBH0810
WHEEL PULL BOLT M8X65
19
HCWF5601
WHEEL PULL WASHER
20
WCMU0016
REAR AXLE
21
HCPA0002
AXLE HEAD FIXING PLATE
22
HCNS1201
AXLE NUT, 12 MM
23
HCWF1202
AXLE WASHER
24
GCMU0017
OPTIONAL TO P CHAIN SLIDE
25
HCFH0516
FLAT HEAD SCREW
26
HCWF0501
WASHER
27
HCNL0501
LOCK NUT
28
PCKG0004
BOTTOM CHAIN SLIDER
29
FAMU0005
WHEEL PULL ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
NOT SHOWN
GCKG0008
SWINGARM PIVOT TUBE SPACER (2 REQ’D)
Figure 24
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Service
Trained technicians with precision gauging and prop er assembly fixtures carefully assemble all Cobra engines to specific clearances. If you feel you have the skills, and the appropriate tools, to perform t he following service t asks please follow the instructions closely. The part numbers are listed throughout to help you when ordering parts from your local Cobra dealer.
If you don’t feel comfortable with the service work, simply take y our engine out of the frame and sent it to:
Cobra Precision Engines
11511 Springfield Road
North Lima, Ohio 44452
Cobra has specialized mechanics that will go through the ent ire en gine, repl a cing gaskets, bolts, any old part that is worn. The engine will be rebuilt using the same precision gauging and assembly fixtures as when it was assembled new. Before leaving, the engines performance will be measur ed on a dynamometer to ensure that your engine is operating at its highest potential. All this f or one low nominal fee. Call (330) 549-9603 for details.
Engine Service
One method for determining whether the top end of your engin e needs rebuilt is to perform a WOT (Wide Open Throttle) kicking compression test. Before performing the procedure please read the caution notes below.
CAUTION:
There appears to be a wide range of variability in reading compression
gauges across the country.
The head volume of this Cobra Motorcycle is very sm all and s o r equires many
kicks ~20 before you establish the most accurate reading possible.
Because of the geometry of the spark plug used in this Cobra Motorcy cle, the
adapter used with your compression tester must have a similar volume protruding into the combustion chamber to establish an accurate value.
Length of hose on the compression tester will affect the readi ng. The shorter
the hose length the more accurate your reading will be.
Because of these difficulties in measuring an absolute compression value, a useful relative value can be achieved by testing your bike’s compression with your own particular gauge after a new top end or when the bike is new so that you know what your particular gauge reads on a ‘fresh’ engine. When it has
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dropped to 90% of its original value the engine will be down on po wer and would
Engine is Fresh
Measured Value
Engine Down on Power
Measured Value * 0.9
Engine NEEDS Rebuilt
Measured Value * 0.8
Example
110 psi
110 psi * 0.9 = 99 psi
110 psi * 0.8 = 88 psi
Your Values
benefit from a rebuild. When it’s dr opped to 80% it really needs rebuilt! Usin g the table below will help you determine monitor the condition of your top end.
Procedure for Compression Testing
1. Shut off the fuel petcock.
2. Install the compression gauge into the spark plug hole.
3. Hold the throttle to wide open, and kick repeatedly (approximately 20 times)
or until the gauge reading does not increase in value with each kick.
Engine Removal
To service the bottom end and transmission, the engine must be removed from the frame.
Tools required
10, 11, 13, 22 mm wrench
8, 10, 14, 17 & 19 mm sockets
3, 4 & 5 mm hex key (Allen wrench)
7 mm nut driver, flat or Phillip, screwdriver for hose clamps
Spring remover
Flywheel / clutch puller (#MCMUTL68)
Clutch nut removal tool (Call local dealer for details).
Procedure
1. Remove the seat.
2. Turn of the fuel at the petcock and disconnect the fuel line.
3. Remove the tank (8 mm socket).
4. Remove the carburetor from the inlet (flat head or Phillips head screwdriver, 7
mm nut driver).
5. Remove the silencer & pipe (spring remover, 8mm socket).
6. Disconnect the ground wire from the cylinder head (11 mm wrench).
7. Leaving the coolant lines connected to the engine, remove the radiator from
the frame (8 mm socket).
8. Remove the master link from the chain.
9. Remove front engine mount bolt (13 mm socket, 6 mm hex key).
10. Remove the swingarm bolt ( 22mm soc ket).
NOTE:
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Only drive the swingarm bolt far enough to clear the engine, leave it holding the one side of the swingarm to the frame
11. Remove the engine from the r ight side of the frame.
12. Locate a suitable container for the engine coolant and remove radiator hoses
from engine (coolant will drain).
NOTE: If the coolant looks to be free of contaminates it may be reused.
NOTE: If you are merely performing a top end service skip ahead to Top End Disassembly Procedure.
Complete Engine Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the magneto cover (9/64” hex key)
2. Remove the bolt from the water pump shaft (4mm) and slide off the belt cover
and the water pump belt
3. Using a flywheel holding tool and 14 mm socket remove the nut that secures
the flywheel.
4. Using the Cobra flywheel / clutch puller (#MCMUTL68), remove the flywheel
from the crankshaft.
5. Remove the stator (9/64” hex key).
6. Remove the nut holding the large gear to the transmission input shaft (19 mm
socket).
7. Remove the special nut / starter gear that holds on the clutch (special tool
available, contact your local dealer).
8. With the Cobra flywheel / clutch puller (#MCMUTL68), remove the clutch from
the crankshaft (details in Clutch Service portion of this manual).
Top End Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the cylinder head nuts (5/16”).
2. Remove the cylinder head outer.
3. Remove the cylinder head insert.
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INSPECTION NOTE:
INSPECTION NOTE:
Inspect the cylinder head for deposits and abrasions.
1. If there are deposits they should be removed a. Black oily deposits (indicating a rich mixture or improper oil
type/quantity) can be removed with solvent
b. Crusty deposits (indicating dirt ingestion) can be removed with
solvent and may require some scraping.
2. Abrasions a. Pitting or erosion indicates detonation and may require cylinder
head replacement, also
i. Retard the ignition timing
ii. Use a higher oc t ane fuel
b. Missing chunks or indentations indicate broken hardware or
ingested items - replace the cylinder head.
4. Remove the cylinder.
Inspect the cylinder bore for abrasions, deposits, and missing coating.
1. If abrasions: scrapes, scratches, pitting, etc… are found, replace the
cylinder.
2. If deposits are all are found a. Clean with muratic acid. b. Once the deposits are removed, inspect for abrasions and missing
surface coating.
i. If there are abrasions or missing coating, replace.
ii. If all looks well, the cylinder may be saved.
Muratic acid can be dangerous. Follow the manufacturers instructions closely.
5. Remove the piston clip with a scribe.
6. Remove the piston pin with a piston pin remover. INSPECTION NOTE:
Inspect the piston for abrasions and deposits on the top and sides and clean or replace as necessary.
Splitting the Cases
1. Remove the fasteners holding the two halves of the crankcase together.
2. Separate the cases with a proper case splitting tool.
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CAUTION: Take caution when handling the crankshaft. It is t he main power transfer to the rest of the engine. If it is out of alignment, it will cause premature failure of your bearings which can lead to serious damage to the cylinder and the rest of the engine. Do not try to true the crank yourself. Truing the crank should be done professionally.
CAUTION:
If you split the cases, check the gear tooth faces for chipping & signs of fatigue.
Check the small needle bearings for fatigue. If the bearings are damaged, the engine cases should be checked to make sure the needle-bearing casing didn’t oblong the bearing hole in the case.
Needle bearings should be replaced every racing season.
Engine assembly
CAUTION: For any seals that are to be installed, apply a light amount of grease to the seals’ ID, assembly lube on all bearings and a small amount of Loctite to the OD.
1. Press the three bearings into the respective holes in each case half.
2. Press in the crank seals such that the concave side faces the crank weights.
3. Press in the counter shaft seal (concave side faces inside of transmission)
4. Install the water pump assembly wire ring retainer
5. Press in the water pump assembly
6. Tap both ways axially then verify easy rotation.
7. Inspect the crankshaft for proper true geometry (no more than 0.002 “,
0.05mm, measured at bearing journal area while supported from the ends).
8. Press crank into right case half
CAUTION: Insert a 7.05mm (0.278”) shim between the crank throws before pressing on the crank.
9. Insert the transmission input shaft and install large drive gear as shown in figures 25 & 26.
NOTE:
If the nut was removed from the input shaft, it will be easier to install and tighten later.
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Figure 25
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Figure 26
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10. Insert dowel pins in the left side cas e as s hown in figur e 27.
Figure 8
11. Clean the gasket mating surfaces with ac et one
12. Apply gasket sealer (ThreeBond 1104 gasket material or equivalent) to the mating surfaces of both crankcase halves).
NOTE: Gasket material is only required around the crankscase, and not the transmission.
13. Apply the crankcase gasket to the left crank case half being sure to install the gasket behind the connecting rod.
14. Assemble the two case halves together with the shim installed between the crank throws. Be sure to remove the shim after assembly.
15. Insert the screws with the proper lengt hs at locations shown.
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Figure 28
16. Torque to 12 Nm (105 in-lb) in the patter n shown in figure 28.
17. Trim away any excess gasket m aterial.
NOTE: Check engine mount holes for excess material that may cause problems in engine installation.
18. Install the piston with new wrist pin bearing and, pin and clips.
CAUTION: Be sure to align the piston such that the arrow on the top piston surface points to the exhaust (front of bike/engine) and put assembly lube on the connecting rod bearing.
19. Install the piston rings.
CAUTION: Ring end gap should be no less than 0.25 mm (0.010”) and no more than
0.64mm (0.025”)
20. Apply gasket sealer (ThreeBond #1104, semi-drying liquid gasket material) to the cylinder deck areas around the coolant passage and cylinder studs as shown in figure 29.
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Figure 29
21. Install the base gasket.
22. Apply gasket sealer to the top surface of the gasket in the same locations indicated in figure 29.
23. Install the cylinder bein g sure that the piston rings are properly aligned with the indexing pins.
CAUTION: Never force the cylinder. If resistance is felt, determine the problem and solve it. Once installed slightly rotate the cylinder back and forth insuring that the rings are properly seated.
24. Install the cylinder st uds and O-RINGs as shown in figure 30.
25. Install cylinder head inser t.
NOTE: A light application of silicone grease can help hold the O-RINGs int o position during assembly.
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26. Pressure test the engine insuring an acceptable leakdown rate.
27. Install O-RINGs as s hown in figure 31.
Figure 31
28. Install the cylinder head.
29. Install the washers (with flat s ide down) and nuts. Torque to 105 in-lb (12 Nm)
30. Secure the ground strap to the back left cylinder stud with an additional nut.
31. Install reed and inlet manifold with new gask et s ( 105 in-lb, 12 Nm) applying 1104 gasket sealer to both sides of all gaskets.
32. Leak check the engine to 20 ps i to ensure proper seal.
33. Install stator reinst allin g the grommet and wires (snug the bolts).
34. Install the rotor per Rotor Installation section, under the S3: Ignition portion of this manual.
35. Install the water pump outlet pipe ( apply Ult r a black Hi-Tem p RTV silic on gasket maker to the threads before assembly) before installing the clutch and rotate to a vertical position with the engine resting on a bench
36. Install the clutch per Clutch I nstallation section in this manual.
37. Install the coolant drain plug with copper washer (11 ft-lb, 15 Nm).
38. Make sure that the exhaust spacer is on t he cylinder (53 in-lb, 6 Nm).
39. Install the spark plug with a f resh gasket (to apply the proper torque to the spark plug when inserting, one must first screw the spark plug in until the metal gasket ring causes resistance and then turn another 1/8 to ¼ turn).
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Clutch
Cobra clutch puller assembly:
Figure 32
Clutch puller diagram
Figure 33
Tools recommended for clutch service:
Universal clutch puller- a universal puller t hat pulls the clutch, m ain drive gear and rotor. (Part # MCMUTL70).
5mm T-handle
Clutch nut removal tool (Call local dealer for details)
Cobra 3 Shoe Clutch Milk (Part # MCMUGF01).
CLUTCH REMOVAL:
1. Drain the engine transmission oil.
2. Remove the pipe and remove the 6 bolts that hold the kick-starter cover on.
3. Remove the clutch nut (not left hand thread) on t he end of the cra nkshaft with the clutch nut removal tool.
4. Attach the COBRA CLUTCH PULLER. There are three 6mm clutch puller holes located on the ends of the center hub. ( figur es 32 & 3 3) You must use a draw type puller to remove the clutch.
CAUTION: Do not use a jaw type puller or use the 6mm tapped holes as jackscrews or you are likely damage the clutch or drum.
5. If necessary apply heat to the center clutch hub.
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Do not heat the crankshaft threads or the aluminum shoes.
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REFERENCE DRAWING
REF #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
CAKG0004
Set of three shoes, springs, bolts, flat washers & nuts
2
CAMU0008
Set Of three springs, washers, bolts & nuts
3
CAKG0005
Set of three shoes
4
HCBS5603
Single center shoulder bolt
6. Keep tension on the puller as you are heating it.
The clutch will often pop off under tension from the puller and it will be very hot.
CLUTCH WASHER STACKUPS:
Once the clutch is removed, and cool to touch, carefully put it into a vice and remove the center shoulder bolt out of each clutch shoe . You will probably have to heat the center hub again to remove the bolts. Once you get a bolt loosened, carefully remove it with the shoe and observe the way the spring washers are stacked.
CAUTION: It is very important that the clutch stack be reass embled as it was disassembled unless new shoes are being installed then it is important to reinstall per figure 34.
Figure 34 A possible configuration of clutch spring stack. Each ‘spring’ stac k co ntains nine springs (Belleville washers) - six arranged into f our ‘ f l ying saucers’, and one turned away against the flat washer(s). Another configuration the ‘t hree stack’ is also likely. For details see Figure 34b.
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Figure 34b
Part #
Thickness mm (inch)
HCWS0801
1.4 (0.056)
HCWS0802
1.2 (0.047)
HCWS0803
0.79 (0.031)
HCWS0804
0.64 (0.025)
HCWS0805
0.51 (0.020)
HCWS0806
0.38 (0.015)
Hit
Thickness (mm)
Thickness (inch)
Softer
1.17 (0.79 + 0.38)
0.046 (0.031 + 0.015)
1.30 (0.79 + 0.51)
0.051 (0.031 + 0.020)
Stock
1.4
0.056
1.58 (1.2 + 0.38)
0.062 (0.047 + 0.015)
1.71 (1.2 + 0.51)
0.067 (0.047 + 0.020)
1.84 (1.2 + 0.64)
0.072 (0.047 + 0.025)
Harder
1.99 (1.2 + 0.79)
0.078 (0.047 + 0.031)
Clutch adjustment washers
Your Cobra comes stock with a single flat washer at the bottom of the spring washer stack. The thickness of that flat washer is 0.056” (1.4mm). Cobra offers several thicknesses of thin adjustment washers that allow clutch engagement tuning. Increasing the flat washer(s) thickness increases the engine speed for clutch engagement thus increasing the abruptness of clutch engagement ( harder hit). Conversely, decreasing the flat washer(s) thickness decreases the engine speed for clutch engagement thus decreasing the abruptness of clutch engagement (softer hit).
Use the table above to order adjustment washers. Replace the stock washer with the proper combination of adjustment washers that delivers the desired clutch hit.
CAUTION: It is easy to prematurely damage the clutch and other engine components with improper clutch adjustment. If you are unsure of how to adjust the clutch, by even the slightest, contact the Cobra Technical Support Group before making adjustments.
Clutch shoe wear:
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If the clutch has been slipping and shows signs of gl azing, it is b est to replace
REF #
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
ECMU0017
Crank seal
2
ECMU0040
Clutch to hub spacer
3
ECMU0003
Brass bushing
4
ECMU0033
Clutch Hub w/ brass bushing
5
CAKG0002
Clutch Complete w/ Arbor
6
ECMU0018
Clutch nut
the shoes. We have found that once the shoes are gl azed, even if deglazed with emery paper or a file, the performance is reduced.
The best way to prevent glazing is by not gearing too high, changing t he oil as specified and by not blipping the throttle. Every time you blip the throttle, you are working your clutch springs.
CAUTION: The clutch produces a tremendous amount of heat and when a rider is blipping the throttle. This makes the clutch and clutch springs wear out quicker . This also makes your engine tend to run hotter which decreases engine power and degrades ignition stator efficiency. It is imp ortant to train your rider NOT to be a throttle 'blipper'.
CAUTION: Sludge build-up between the spring washers also keeps the clutch shoe from engaging fully and this will cause the clutch t o start to slip. So you will need to clean the sludge out or just replace the spring washers and bolt s with new ones. How quickly this sludge builds up depends on how often you change your oil and whether your rider is a throttle ‘blipper’.
Figure 35, Clutch Assembly Drawing
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:
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1. After cleaning or replacing the spring washers, reassemble the stack up of washers.
CAUTION: It is important to reassemble the washer stack to that which is recommended or to your own specialized stack.
CAUTION: It is also important that all three shoes are stacked the same. (See figure 34)
2. Clean the threads of the stack bolt and the clutch with contact cleaner removing all old thread locking material.
3. Apply high strength (red) thread lock material to t he stack bolt and tighten as tight as possible without stripping the Allen head.
CAUTION: Avoid allowing excess thread lock material to contact the spring washer s and the clutch or the clutch is likely to malfunction.
4. Use fine emery paper on the center hole of the clutch and on the tapered section of the crankshaft.
5. Apply a small amount of wicking / bearing retainer (green) thr ead lock agent to the center tapered section of the crankshaft and taper of clutch arbor.
CAUTION: Lean the bike / engine such that any excess thread lock agent goes away from the bushing in the clutch drum.
6. Put the clutch back in.
7. Apply high strength (red) thread locking agent to the threads and install the nut and torque to 40 ft-lb (54Nm) with the special socket (see figure 35).
CAUTION: Use high strength (red) thread locker on the threads of the clutch nut. If you are using an impact socket, just zap it lightly with an air wrench to tighten it because there are only about 4 threads inside the nut and they can be easily stripped. If you are tightening it by hand, you can very carefully use a 3/4" piece of wooden dowel rod inside the exhaust port to block the piston so you can tighten the nut. Do not use something harder than your aluminum piston and do not crush the top of the piston into the ring.
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INSPECTION NOTE:
a. There must be in / out play in installed clutch, 0.4mm to 1.0 mm
(0.015” to 0.040”). b. Excess in/out will cause early crank seal failure. c. A blue clutch drum is worn out from excessive slippage or improper
lubrication. d. Should be no looseness in clutch shoes.
8. Install the clutch cover taking care to put the two longer bolts in their proper locations and tightening in the order specified in figure 36. (5mm hex key, 5.8 ft-lb, 7.8 Nm).
CAUTION: Prior to tightening the six clutch cover bolts, press the kick lever down to ensure proper kick gear alignment.
9. Put pipe back on and add oil (235 ml (8.0 oz) Cobra 3 Shoe Clutch Milk (Part # MCMUGF01).
Ignition
Stator care
Stator failure will result from running the bike hot . Following is a list of things that will make your engine run hot.
1. The timing should not exceed the maximum specifications listed.
2. Improper carburetor jetting.
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3. Improper spark plug heat range. Never run a hotter plug than the specified spark plug.
4. Clutch slippage. See “CLUTCH” section for causes of slippage.
CAUTION:
Because of the amount of heat generated by the clutch and engine during extended periods of riding, it is advisable to remove the ignition cover afterward to allow the ignition to cool off. The heat trans f ers through the cases and can damage the stator as it cools off because of lack of airflow around the stator. Spray the stator and rotor with CRC 3-36 or WD-40 and let it dr ip dry or blow it off a little with an air nozzle.
Ignition will overheat if the gap between the rotor and stator is not large enough. There should be even clearance as the rot or rotates relative to the stator.
Non-resistor spark plug caps should be used. Resistor caps will result in a weaker spark that will reduce performance.
Make sure ground wires are secure.
Make sure connections are free of dirt.
CAUTION: If the engine is hot, it is EXTREMLY important to t ake the ignition cover off, put a fan on it to let it cool, and spray it with CRC 3-36 or WD-40. Proper stator care is important for the durability of the ignition system. (Stator- Part # ICMU0007)
The proper ignition timing for this model of is at 0.040” bef ore Top Dead Center (that means 0.040” before the piston reaches the highest point of it’s trav el in the cylinder).
CAUTION: Advancing the ignition timing will cause the engine to run hot ter, in-turn causing power loss, shortened clutch life, and possibly lead to premature stator failure, and can also cause detonation which can lead to premature piston and ring failure.
Tools recommended for timing service:
Compact motorcycle dial indicator
Universal clutch puller- a universal puller that pulls the clutch, main drive gear
and rotor. (Part # MCMUTL70).
TIMING YOUR IGNITION:
1. Remove the spark plug cap, and sparkplug.
2. Insert the dial indicator into the spark plug hole.
3. Remove the four bolts from the ignition cover.
4. Remove the water pump belt from the rotor and water pump shaft.
5. Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise until it reaches top dead center.
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6. Set the dial indicator to zero
0.040”
7. Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the dial indicator reaches 0.040” (1.14mm) from top dead center.
8. Line up the lines on the stator and the rot or (figure 37). Otherwise loosen t he three 5mm bolts to adjust the stator.
before
TDC
Figure 37, Lining up the line on the rotor with the line on the stator.
Figure 38, Using a dial indicator to measure piston height for setting ignition timing.
ROTOR INSTALLATION:
1. Use wicking / bearing retainer (green) thread locker on the insi de of the rotor, and on tapered part of crankshaft.
CAUTION: It is recommended that you apply the proper thread locking primer to the components that are to receive thread locking material per the manufacturers instructions.
2. Eyeball the lines on the rotor and stator then press the rotor onto the crankshaft firmly (figure 37).
3. Torque the nut on the rotor to 40 ft-lb (54 Nm) with hig h strength (red) thread locking agent.
4. Recheck the timing following the procedure of timing your ignition.
5. Install the water pump belt back on.
6. Bolt the ignition cover back on.
7. Put the spark plug back in, and firmly stick the spark plug cap onto the spark plug.
Cooling System
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The water pump in the engine keeps the radiator fluid in circulation throughout
Radiator fluid removal:
1. Remove the coolant drain plug (A) on the front of the engine case (figure 39).
Figure 39
To remove radiator cap:
1. Turn the cap counter clockwise to the first stop and wait there for a few seconds.
COBRA IMPELLER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove exhaust pipe and gas tank (you will be using a propane torch in step 12.
2.
hex head
3.
4. Remove foot brake.
A
the motor. The air stream running through the radiator cools the radiator fluid. Therefore dirty radiators additionally reduce the cooling effect. Cobra has tested numerous brand name automotive and racing coolant / antifreeze solutions and has found Liquid Perfor mance Pr opylene Glycol based Mini Coolant / Antifreeze to have the greatest effect on reducing cylinder head temperatures.
2. Push the cap down and turn it further in the same direction and remove the cap. NOTE: Inspect the old coolant for visual evidence of corrosion and abnormal smell. Fill the radiator up to the bottom of the r adiator filler neck with coolant. Install the cap,
turning it clockwise about ¼ turn.
Tools recommended for impeller service:
Flat head screwdriver
13mm- hex wrench
3mm hex key
4mm hex key
5mm hex key
Propane torch
3/8” diameter x 8” long steel rod
Hammer
Remove radiator cap and drain engine coolant by removing the 13mm-
coolant drain plug.
If the impeller is damaged or broken completely back flush the coolant system to
ensure no solid pieces are in the system.
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5. Drain engine transmission oil by removing drain screw using a 13mm- hex
wrench. (item 2 in the figure below).
6.
7.
8. Unscrew water elbow fitting. (Figure 40)
8. Remove ignition cover using a 4mm hex key (four places)
9.
10.
11. Remove bearing retain er s crew using a 3mm hex key. (Figure 41 – item 2)
12. Heat engine case around area of impeller lig htly with a small Burnsmatic propane engine as shown in figure 42.
CAUTION: Too much heat can be detrimental to the engine cases.
13. The shaft assembly is serviceabl e. Use a 1/8” hex key to remove impeller retainer screw. Remove impeller, seal and both bearings. Check shaft for wear in
Remove kick-starter cover using a 5mm hex key. (item 3 six places) Remove clutch and basket.
Figure 40
Remove belt retainer screw using a 4mm hex key. (Figure 41 - item 1)
Remove belt retainer, water pum p belt and wat er pump fan pulley.
Figure 41
torch. Using a 3/8” diameter x 8” long steel rod, tap impeller assembly out of
Figure 42
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the area of the seal. If there is any sign of wear (like a groove) replace the shaft.
Figure 43
14. Reinstall new bearings, seal ( open s ide t oward impeller) and impeller. Clean all
15. long and tap on end of tube per figure 44.
16. Re-assemble in same order of disassembly.
CAUTION: Clean all threads and use green (wicking / bearing retai ner) thread locker on the belt retainer screw.
NOTE:
Apply Ultra black Hi-Temp RTV silicon gasket maker to the threads of the water pump 90° elbow fitting before assembly.
NOTE:
Refill the coolant system with
Propylene Glycol based Mini
Coolant / Antifreeze. CAUTION:
Do not mix Propylene Glycol based coolant / antifreeze solutions with Ethylene Glycol based coolant / antifreeze solutions.
threads and use green (wicking / bearing retainer) thread locker.
Using a liberal amount of grease on the outside seal, bearings and inside of
case, reinstall bearing assembly by using a 0.500” ID by 1.000” OD steel tube 2”
Figure 44
Liquid Performance
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Fuel & Air System
REF. #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
RCMU0305
CARB SLIDE
2
RCMU0601
NEEDLE
3
RCMU0002
ATOMIZER
4
MAIN JET
6
CHOKE JET
7
RCMU0301
FLOAT
8
RCMU0102
RUBBER CABLE CAP SEAL
9
RCMU0003
CABLE ADJUSTOR
10
11
RCMU0006
TOP CARB SCREW
12
RCMU0106
CARB TOP
33
RCMU0269
VELOCITY STACK
Carburetor:
Tools recommended for carburetor service:
Small flat head screwdriver
WD-40
8mm socket
Figure 45
KING Carburetor Ref. Drawing
5 PILOT JET
13 ZCMU0007 TOP CARB GASKET 14 RCMU0004 SLIDE SPRING 15 RCMU0205 NEEDLE RETAINER PLATE 16 RCMU0007 NEEDLE CLIP 17 RCMU0204 CHOKE ASS’Y. 2001 CM 20 RCMU0009 FUEL MIXTURE SCREW 21 RCMU0011 IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW 25 RCMU0103 FLOAT BOWL GASKET
26 RCMU0107 FLOAT NEEDLE 27 RCMU0012 DIFFUSER 28 RCMU0016 FLOAT RETAINER PIN 29 RCMU0106 FLOAT BOWL 30
RCMU0201 BOTTOM FLOAT SCREW
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Your Cobra is equipped with an adjustable carburetor. Some fine-tuning may be needed according to weather condition and altitude. Proper jetting is very important for engine performance and engine life. Serious damage to t he engine can occur if not properly adjusted.
IDLE ADJUSTMENT:
On the left side of the carburetor, there are two a djustment screws. The larger screw with the knurled head is the idle adju stment screw. To raise the idle, turn the screw in clockwise (in 1/4 turn increments) and rev the engine after each adjustment. To lower the idle, turn the screw counter-clockwise.
TOP END JETTING:
Indications that the engine is running too rich (too much fuel for the air) are:
Engine not revving out or blubbering at high RPMs.
Engine will not ‘clean out’
Wet or black spark plug
NOTE: Before changing jetting be sure that the air filter is properly cleaned and has the usual amount of air filter oil. An overly dirty air filter can cause the en gine to run rich.
If the engine is running rich on the top end it should be leaned out . Lean ing it out can be done by:
1. Changing the main jet to a smaller number.
2. Raising the needle clip (this lowers the jet needl e) one notch at a time on the slide.
Indications that the engine is running too lean are:
Engine cutting out on top end.
Engine overheating and ultimately seizure.
White spark plug
CAUTION: It is much safer to operate the engine slightly rich as opposed to slightly lean. This is because an overly rich engine will just run poorly while an overly lean engine will seize, potentially causing an expensive top end rebuild and a DNF.
To richen the carburetor:
1. Change the main jet one number at a time (larger).
2. Lower the needle clip (raising the jet needle) one notch at a time until the engine starts to blubber on the top end, then move the clip back u p one notch or until you get the blubber out.
FUEL MIXTURE SCREW
The smaller brass screw that is towards the front of the engine is a f uel mixture screw. This screw will also richen and lean your engine mor e on the bottom and mid-range. In warmer conditions, turn the screw in. In colder conditions, turn the screw out. Be sure to keep the carburetor very clean and make sur e you don't
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have water or dirt in the carburetor bowl. Use automotive carburetor cleaner or WD-40 to clean the carburetor inside and out.
STOCK CARBURETOR SETTINGS
The 2005 KING stock carburetor settings from the factory are:
65 pilot jet
95 main jet
Cleaning the carburetor:
Clean the carburetor in a well-ventilated area, and take care that there is no spark or flame anywhere near the working area; this includes any appliance with a pilot light. Because of the danger of highly flammable liquids, do not use gasoline or low flash-point solvent to clean the carburetor.
1. Make sure the fuel is shut off.
2. Remove the carburetor.
3. Drain the fuel from the carburetor.
4. Disassemble the carburetor.
5. Immerse all the metal parts in a carburetor cleaning solution.
6. After the parts are cleaned, dry them with compressed air.
7. Blow out the fuel passages with compressed air.
8. Assemble the carburetor
9. Install the carburetor onto the motorcycle.
CAUTION:
1. The motorcycle will only operate properly if the carburetor top is installed
properly with the mounting screws, cable and choke knob oriented as shown in figure 46.
Figure 46 Proper carburetor top installation and location of rectangular slide indexing pin and vent elbows.
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Reeds:
Figure 47
The reeds must lay flat on the reed cage.
If the reed tips aren’t lying flat, replace them immediately.
The reeds must have a tight seal on the reed cage.
If the reed is damaged in any way, replace it. This means cracks, chips,
and ruptures. Anything abnormal, replace the reeds.
Take the reed cage out and hold it up to the light and lo ok in throu gh the cage. If you see light between the reed pedals and the frame, then replace the reeds. If you do not see light, then the reeds should be ok. (See figure 47)
The presence of light indicates that the reeds should be replaced, or possibly turned over.
Exhaust
The pipe is a crucial element to a motorcycle. Any kinks, dents, or damage done to the pipe will result in a major performance loss.
NOTE: Be sure to take the pipe off, and any carbon that may be built up. Carbon build up is created from exhaust. Exhaust has oils in it, and the oi ls cling to the walls of the inside of the pipe. Over a long period of time, the diameter of the pipe will decrease, due to carbon build up. So it is essential to clear the residue.
CAUTION: It is important to repack the silencer. Signs of your silencer needing to be repacked are:
The bike is louder than normal.
A loss of power.
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Wheels & Tires
1. Remove the four bolts with the 11mm wrench
Pop the four rubber dampers out of
r dampers into the
Place the sprocket (step facing outward) with rubber dampers, onto
Insert the 11mm bolts into the holes
Rear wheel
Rear wheel dampening Tools recommended for wheel service:
13mm socket
Flathead screwdriver
11mm wrench or socket
19mm wrench
The Cobra is the only 50cc to have the rear wheel damping system. This feature prevents engine impact shock caused by hard landings. This design allows the cushioned sprocket to move forward and backwards separately from the wheel. After each moto, check the 4 rubber dampers, spacers and bolts for fatigue. You should keep extra rubber dampers in your toolbox (part # PCMU0059). Different sized sprockets are also available.
Watch for bending and warping of the outside rear damper plate. If it is bent or warped, the rubber dampers in the sprockets do not last as long as when using a straight unit. Usually you can straighten the plate with a hammer or just flip it over.
Changing the rubber dampers:
2. Take the backing plate off
3. Observe the four rubber dampers, and pull the sprocket upward to remove it.
Figure 48
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1. the sprocket.
2. Push the rubbe sprocket.
3. the aluminum studs.
4. Place backing plate over the dampers and sprocket.
5. and tighten to 18 ft-lb (24 Nm).
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Rear wheel pullers
Figure 49
Remove axle, and
Pull the rear wheel
Disassembly:
1. back wheel assembly.
2. pullers out of the back of the swing arm.
Rear wheel alignment:
By eye, ensure that the rear sprocket is running true (in-line, planar) with the front sprocket. When the sprockets are running true, the wheel is properly straightened, and the chain will run straight.
Brakes
WARNING! Your brakes need a break-in period to achieve maximum brake power. 30-40 stops will bring the brake to peak performance. Check before each ride:
Make sure the brake does not have any leaks by holding the lever in while checking hose connections.
Make sure the brake lever pressure is OK by pulling in on the lever and ensuring full braking performance is achieved before the lever touches the handlebar. If this is not the case, pump the lever several times until the lever feels firm.
Always make sure the rotor and brake pads are free from oil and grease. Clean the rotor with mild dish soap or alcohol. Contaminated pads must be replaced.
Always leave adequate free-play in the lever or pedal.
CAUTION: This brake system uses only DOT 4 or 5.1 brake fluid!
This portion will be updated shortly. Check our website
www.cobramotorcycle.com for updates.
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Front Forks
Tools recommended for front fork service:
Flat head screwdriver
Hammer
Snap ring pliers
Seal drivers
13mm wrench 1” wrench or socket
10 wt fork oil
FORK DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES:
1. Using the 1” wrench, remove the fork cap.
2. Drain the fork oil into a suitable container.
3. Disconnect the fork cap from the damper rod (13mm wrench & 1” wrench).
4. Disconnect the damper assembly from the fork leg by removing the large aluminum bolt from the bottom of the fork leg (22mm wrench).
5. Pry the dust seal (swiper) from its position with a small screw driver.
6. Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring holding the fork seals into place.
7. ‘Pop’ the fork seal out by forcibly pulling on both ends of the fork tube assembly, thus separating the inner from the outer tube.
8. Remove the bushings
9. Clean all components to be reused.
FORK ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES:
Figure 56
CAUTION: Make sure all components are clean before assembly.
CAUTION: Be sure to apply oil to the new fork seal and other components before installing.
1. Slide dust seal (swiper) (#6) onto lower fork leg.
2. Slide snap ring (#5) onto lower fork leg.
3. CAREFULLY slide seal (#4) onto lower fork leg with spring facing away from snap ring.
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CAUTION: It is helpful to cover the sharp corners of the fork leg with tape or thin plastic before sliding on the new seal. Also take care that the inner lip is not folded over when installing.
4. Slide bronze bushing (#3) onto lower fork leg.
5. Install Teflon bushing into groove on lower fork leg.
6. Slide the bronze bushing over the Teflon bushing about 1/4" to hold the Teflon in the groove.
7. Insert the lower leg assembly into the upper fork tube about 5-6".
8. Use a seal driver to drive the seal into the upper tube.
9. Install the snap ring. Make sure it is properly seated in the groove.
10. Snap the dust seal (swiper) into the groove in t he upper tube.
11. Reinstall the damper cartridge ass em bly to the fork leg. Secure the large bolt with 22 mm wrench to 35 ft-lb with green thread locking agent.
12. Fill with 3.5 oz (105 ml) 10 wt fork oil (should measure 6 mm (0.25”) above the damper cartridge tube with spring removed.
13. Install the fork spring
14. Connect the cartridge rod to the cap and tighten to 12 ft-lb (9 Nm).
CAUTION: The damper rod is hollow and will break if the nut is over tightened (proper torque is 12 ft-lb, 16 Nm). Because of different rider weights, sizes and riding styles, we offer various suspension options:
See Optional Components section of this manual for details on these and other optional components for your Cobra Motorcycle.
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Rear Shock
The rear shock is fully serviceable. Only trained professionals should service your shock. Contact Cobra or PR2 for questions and service of your King shock.
Shock preload
Shock Damping
Figure 57
Figure 58
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Tuning
*
Gearing
For a bike with a centrifugal clutch, it’s better to be geared too low than too high.
What happens with improper gearing?
Poor performance
Not enough top end speed
No snap
Over heat clutch
Premature failure of engine seals, bearings, & electronics
High clutch wear
Condition
Gear Taller
Gear Lower
Mud
Sand
Hills
Hard Pack
Throttle Blipper (novice)
*It may be helpful to set up the clutch to hit early for smooth power delivery
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Suspension
Adjustment:
1. Front forks
1.1. Fork oil
1.1.1. Oil type
1.1.1.1. Heavier weight oil – more damping – slower responding
1.1.1.2. Lighter weight oil – less damping – quicker responding
1.1.2. Oil quantity / level
1.1.2.1. Greater quantity / higher level – greater bottoming resistance, stiffer near the end of the travel.
1.1.2.2. Smaller quantity / lower level – less bottoming resistance, less stiff near the end of the travel.
1.2. Fork spring
1.2.1. Stiffer spring (higher spring rate) – stiffer throughout the travel.
1.2.2. Less stiff spring (lower spring rate) – less stiff throughout the travel.
1.3. Gas pressure – always bleed off any pressure.
1.4. Fork height
1.4.1. Rise in clamps for quicker turning.
1.4.2. Lower in clamps for improved straight line stability.
2. Rear shock
2.1. Preload adjustment
2.1.1. More preload (greater distance) – less race sag.
2.1.2. Less preload (smaller distance) – more race sag.
2.2. Shock spring
2.2.1. Stiffer spring – stiffer throughout the travel.
2.2.2. Less stiff spring – less stiff throughout the travel.
2.3. Compression damping
2.3.1. Harder (more damping, slower) – adds resistance to the suspension motion when the suspension is compressing.
2.3.2. Softer (less damping, quicker) – reduces resistance to the suspension motion when the suspension is compressing.
2.4. Rebound damping
2.4.1. Harder (more damping, slower) – adds resistance to the suspension motion when the suspension is returning to full length.
2.4.2. Softer (less damping, quicker) - reduces resistance to the suspension motion when the suspension is returning to full length
Front Forks Bottoming Too Frequently Fork oil level
If the front forks bottom harshly more than a couple of times per lap and the fork springs are proper for the weight of rider (as detailed above), try raising the fork oil level in increments of 10mm. Raising the fork oil level, reduces the air volume, and increases the stiffness of the forks late in the travel, thus adding a progressive’ feel.
Front forks feel too stiff over small bumps. Fork oil weight
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If the forks feel too stiff over small bumps try decreasing the weight (increasing
Symptom
Action
Rear end feels stiff on small bumps
Softer compression damping
Rear end ‘sways’ on straights
Harder compression damping
Bike tends to jump ‘rear end high’
Harder rebound damping
Bike tends to jump ‘rear end low’
Softer rebound damping
Frequent rear end bottoming
Harder compression damping
Bottoms after end of continuous bumps
Softer rebound damping
Rear end ‘kicks’ over square edge bumps
1) Harder rebound, 2) Softer Compression
Situation
Actions
Sand track
Lower the rear end (increase race sag).
Sand track
Stiffer compression and rebound damping.
Long fast track
Lower the forks in the clamps by 3 mm.
Tight slow track
Raise the forks in the clamps by 3 mm.
Mud track
Lower the bike if the rider has difficulties touching the ground.
the viscosity) of the fork oil.
Rear suspension troubleshooting. Damping
Always start with standard settings and make damping changes in no more than two click increments and only make one change at a time.
Proactive Suspension Adjustments
Once you have the suspension adjusted for decent overall feel, you can make proactive adjustments when faced with different racing conditions.
Carburetion
Although your Cobra is sent from the factory with the carburetor jetted for optimal performance, you may find it necessary to adjust ment your particular jetting due to current weather conditions, altitude, fuel variations, and/or engine modifications.
CAUTION: Proper jetting is very important for engine performance and engine life. Symptoms of improper jetting are listed below.
Symptoms of incorrect oil or oil / fuel ratio o Poor acc eleration
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o Misfire at low engine speeds
Environmental and altitude related mixture adjustments
Condition
Mixture will be
Required adjustment
Cold air
Leaner
Richer
Warm air
Richer
Leaner
Dry air
Leaner
Richer
Very humid air
Richer
Leaner
Low altitude
Standard
None
High altitude
Richer
Leaner
Low barometric pressure
Richer
Leaner
High barometric pressure
Leaner
Richer
o Excessive smoke o Spark plug fouling o Excessive black oil dripping from exhaust system
Symptoms of too rich a fuel mixture
o Poor acceleration o Engine will not ‘rev’ out, blubbers on top o Misfire at low engine speeds o Excessive smoke o Spark plug fouling o Wet , black, or overly dark spark plug (when removed for inspection)
Symptoms of too lean a fuel mixture
o Pinging or rattling o Erratic acceleration o Same actions as running out of fuel o High engine temperature o Whit e spark plug (when removed for inspection)
NOTE:
When inspecting the spark plug to evaluate jetting, a properly jetted machine will produce a spark plug that is dry and light tan in color.
NOTE:
Before making any carburetor jetting changes verify that:
o You are using the proper fuel and oil o The fuel is f resh and uncontaminated o The oil and fuel have been mixed in the proper ratio o The car bur etor is clean (no plugged jets) o The air f ilt er is properly clean and oiled o The float height is within prop er specification (pr oper measuring technique
is described later in this section)
NOTE:
Perform all jetting changes on a motorcycle that has been warmed up to proper operating temperature.
The carburetor on your Cobra motorcycle is quite adjustable. Figure 59 shows its range of adjustment and in particular what adj ustable component affects what
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range of operation (specifically throttle position).
Figure 59
FUEL SCREW ADJUSTMENT: Adjust for maximum idle speed
The fuel adjustment screw is located on the left side of the carburetor. It is the smaller of the two adjustment screws and requires t he use of a small flat blade screw driver for adjustment. After adjusting for maximum idle speed, use the idle screw to adjust the desired idle speed.
NOTE:
If the fuel screw requires more than 3 turns out, replace the pil ot jet for one that is one size richer (larger number) then readjust the fuel screw.
IDLE ADJUSTMENT: Adjust for desired idle speed
The idle speed screw is located on the left side of the carburetor. It is the larger of the two screws on the side of the carburetor and is unique with its knurled head for easy fingertip adjustment. To raise the idle, turn the screw in, clockwise, (in 1/4 turn increments) and rev the engine after each adjustment. To lower the idle, turn the screw counter-clockwise.
TOP END JETTING: Adjust for clean full throttle acceleration
Jet your top end (main j et) based on the acceleration of your Cobra Motorcycle on the longest straight at the track. Observe any of the lean or rich symptoms (spark plug appearance and bike performance) listed above and change your jetting accordingly.
PART THROTTLE Adjust for desired acceleration
Using an area of the track that allows the rider to operate and mid throttle and transition (accelerate, or ‘roll on’) from closed, or mostly closed throttle, to a larger throttle opening. Observe the rich and lean symptoms listed above. Adjust the jet needle position by moving the clip from its current position (move the clip higher on the needle to make the bike run leaner, or move the clip lower on the needle to make the bike run richer) to one higher or lower.
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Troubleshooting
1) Engine operates erratically
a) Carburetor top is installed backwards b) The carburetor slide indexing pin is missing c) A carburetor vent elbow is plugged or has fallen out d) Faulty stator e) An air leak
i) Base gasket ii) Intake / reed gaskets iii) Crank seals iv) Crank case gasket
2) Engine is down on power
a) Clutch engagement is not set properly b) Jetting is incorrect c) Silencer needs repacked d) Exhaust pipe
i) Has excess carbon buildup ii) Has large dent in it
e) Compression is low
i) Piston ii) Rings
f) Reeds are damaged g) Ignition timing is incorrect h) Stator needs replaced
3) Engine is excessively loud
a) Silencer needs repacking
4) Engine ‘blubbers’ at high RPMs
a) Jetting too rich b) Stator needs replaced
5) E ngine won’t start
a) Fuel
i) None in tank
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ii) Is sour or bad
b) C arburetor is dirty c) Ignition
i) Spark plug fouled ii) Spark plug cap off iii) Engine Shut-off ‘kill’ switch is shorted iv) Bad electrical ground v) Stator winding damaged
d) Exhaust is plugged with object of flooded fuel e) Engine is flooded f) Cracked, broken, or jammed r eed pedal g) Excessive piston or cylinder wear h) Clutch bolt or shoe dragging on basket (drum).
6) Engine won’t idle
Idle knob needs adjusted
a)
b) Carburetor jets are dirty
Index
Air Filter ........................................ 14
Bars and Controls ......................... 17
Break-In .......................................... 8
Carburetor
Parts .......................................... 18
Service ...................................... 61
Specifications .............................. 5
Chain
Adjustment ................................ 13
Chassis
Specification ................................ 5
Clutch
Parts .......................................... 22
Service ...................................... 50
Clutch Lubricant
Replacing .................................. 12
Compression test .......................... 41
Cooling System ............................. 57
Cylinder head
torque .......................................... 7
Damper ......................................... 65
Electrical
Parts .......................................... 20
Engine
Specifications .............................. 5
Exhaust ......................................... 64
Parts .......................................... 25
Fork oil replacement ...................... 15
Forks
Parts .......................................... 26
Service ....................................... 67
Frame Parts .................................. 31
Front Brake
Parts .......................................... 33
Front Wheel Parts ......................... 34
Fuel System
Parts list ..................................... 61
Service ....................................... 61
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General Tips ................................. 10
Hardware
Frame ........................................ 31
Plastic ........................................ 35
Ignition
Parts .......................................... 23
Service ...................................... 55
Timing ....................................... 56
Jetting
How To ...................................... 62
Stock ........................................... 5
Troubleshooting ......................... 72
Lubrication
Recommended ............................ 5
Maintenance
Schedule ................................... 10
Tips ........................................... 10
Oil
Recommended ............................ 5
Optional components ...................... 6
Parts
Bars and Controls ...................... 17
Bottom End & Transmission ...... 21
Carburetor ................................. 18
Clutch & Kick Starter ................. 22
Coolant System ................... 16, 19
Electrical .................................... 20
Engine ....................................... 21
Exhaust ..................................... 25
Forks ......................................... 26
Frame ........................................ 31
Front Brake ............................... 33
Front Wheel ............................... 34
Ignition & Water Pump .............. 23
Plastic & Seat ............................ 35
Rear Brake ................................ 36
Rear Wheel ............................... 37
Shock ......................................... 38
Swingarm ................................... 39
Top End ..................................... 24
Triple Clamps ............................ 26
Plastic & Seat Parts ....................... 35
Pullers ........................................... 66
Rear Brake
Adjustment ................................. 13
Parts .......................................... 36
Rear Wheel
Damper ...................................... 65
Parts .......................................... 37
Pullers ........................................ 66
Reeds ............................................ 64
Shock
Parts .......................................... 38
Service ....................................... 74
Spark Plug
Recommended ............................ 5
Specifications .................................. 5
Starting ............................................ 9
Stator
torque .......................................... 7
Suspension ................................... 74
Swingarm Parts ............................. 39
Tips ............................................... 10
Top End
Parts .......................................... 24
Service ....................................... 40
Torque Values ................................. 7
Transmission Lubricant
Replacing ................................... 12
Troubleshooting ............................ 75
Jetting ........................................ 72
VIN reading ................................... 10
WARNING ....................................... 2
Water Pump
Parts .......................................... 23
Wheels
Service ....................................... 65
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