The SkyTeam 'Ace' Resource
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sprocket2cog
Been Around the Block
no normally they have a big hole because some bikes have alot of cable connectors inside the headlight shell, but the ace dosnt have that.ChrisBNE said:
stroker crazy
crazy as a fox
ChrisBNE said:
A multimeter is pretty well an essential tool for messing with bikes. A cheap unit will do the job of helping to visualise what's happening when things go wrong with the electrickery.
Good luck with your investigations!
Crazy
ChrisBNE
The Growler
Firstly - thanks for the headlamp tips. I've been looking for a new globe for a week and can't find one locally. I'll buy online.
I'd really appreciate some guidance on the key mods. As follows:
EGR: Can someone please point me to some instructions on how to get rid of the EGR? Is it as simple as installing the blanking plate or should I remove the whole unit?
Jetting: can someone point me to instructions on rejetting and some links to where to buy the best bits for it? I've seen the kit on oo. Is that the best value?
Muffler: if I buy the header and a tip off OO, is there any welding involved? If I decide to cut the current header, do I remove the cat near the bend before welding an extension and tip on?
Very much appreciated.
I'd really appreciate some guidance on the key mods. As follows:
EGR: Can someone please point me to some instructions on how to get rid of the EGR? Is it as simple as installing the blanking plate or should I remove the whole unit?
Jetting: can someone point me to instructions on rejetting and some links to where to buy the best bits for it? I've seen the kit on oo. Is that the best value?
Muffler: if I buy the header and a tip off OO, is there any welding involved? If I decide to cut the current header, do I remove the cat near the bend before welding an extension and tip on?
Very much appreciated.
orrible-64
Coast to Coast
morgan
page 5 towards bottom..for erg removal..dont forget to plug off vacuum feed from manifold (skinny black rubber tube from silver tube that has carby on the end)(don't know how tech you are, sorry if over simplifying answers).just block this tube off at end by inserting a screw in it.
jetting , will find jet sizes for you or someone else may know off the top of their head.
Exhaust, no welding required if you go oo racing way. I had a pipe made by local car exhaust guy and muffler can be bought at a good motorcycle spares shop or ebay. Redline exhausts in adelaide are excellent and can make a pipe..sure other cities have good specialist bike exhaust places too. Go throughout the early pages of this thread for cat removal. Best advice is do the exhaust , it is the best way to gain power .
page 5 towards bottom..for erg removal..dont forget to plug off vacuum feed from manifold (skinny black rubber tube from silver tube that has carby on the end)(don't know how tech you are, sorry if over simplifying answers).just block this tube off at end by inserting a screw in it.
jetting , will find jet sizes for you or someone else may know off the top of their head.
Exhaust, no welding required if you go oo racing way. I had a pipe made by local car exhaust guy and muffler can be bought at a good motorcycle spares shop or ebay. Redline exhausts in adelaide are excellent and can make a pipe..sure other cities have good specialist bike exhaust places too. Go throughout the early pages of this thread for cat removal. Best advice is do the exhaust , it is the best way to gain power .
ChrisBNE
The Growler
Just buy the rejet kit from OO when you're purchaisng the exhaust. Get the blanking kit as well while you're at it.
Re-jetting is fairly simple to do. Take a moment to review youtube guides for something like a rejetting a Hond CB carb.
Here is a guide- http://thegoogleof.blogspot.com.au/2014/06/skyteam-ace-125-carb-rejet.html
Re-jetting is fairly simple to do. Take a moment to review youtube guides for something like a rejetting a Hond CB carb.
Here is a guide- http://thegoogleof.blogspot.com.au/2014/06/skyteam-ace-125-carb-rejet.html
Well better late than never. Picked up my Ace today. It was built (China) May 2014. It seems that the Skyteam crew are taking note of blog site comments. My bike has a number of changes. I hav'nt been all over the bike yet , but so far I have noticed that the geometry of the rear brake has had a major rethink ,the side stand does not hang so low , the kick starter is modified , the foot pegs are black , it now comes with a sealed lithium ion battery, and I think the exhaust has had a couple of mods. This is all I have so far noted..........Chris..... : ACT
sprocket2cog
Been Around the Block
cool, sounds like they are on it, now lets hope the fuel cap has been fixed as wellsunbeam61 said:
orrible-64
Coast to Coast
Wow . Back brake is good news. Hope you enjoy the bike as much as I have. Have fun Chris .
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orrible-64
Coast to Coast
photos please
Just looked at the battery on mine and it appears to be a sealed unit - part number 6MF6L-BS
Any pointers on decoding the ID information so I can find out when mine was built? For info I had the shrouded rear shocks which I replaced.
I also replaced my headlamp bulb with a BA20D H1 unit, it seems to have lasted under 60 miles before the dipped beam has blown. Main beam still works, dipped has power to it but isn't lighting up.
Should I bother with more than one replacement bulb or just invest in a H4 headlight instead? I'm leaning towards a new headlight altogether anyway as the mounting in the bowl for the current one is falling apart already but advice in the meantime will be taken on board.
Any pointers on decoding the ID information so I can find out when mine was built? For info I had the shrouded rear shocks which I replaced.
I also replaced my headlamp bulb with a BA20D H1 unit, it seems to have lasted under 60 miles before the dipped beam has blown. Main beam still works, dipped has power to it but isn't lighting up.
Should I bother with more than one replacement bulb or just invest in a H4 headlight instead? I'm leaning towards a new headlight altogether anyway as the mounting in the bowl for the current one is falling apart already but advice in the meantime will be taken on board.
2b
Been Around the Block
Maladept said:
I am looking at replacing the headlight with a 7" side mounted unit with halogen bulb. This is my short list if it is any help to you. The first three are 35W in case I decide on sticking with that level to prevent risk of overheating wires. The fourth one is 55W. Last one is probably 55W and the only sealed beam one.
http://thirdgear.com.au/big-seven-cafe-racer-chrome-headlight/
OR this one with the LEDs wired up as running lights
http://www.ebay.com/itm/7-H4-Motorcycle-Blinker-LED-Projector-Halogen-Turn-Signal-Headlight-White-LJN-/181502038868?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a425d5354
OR this one with the LEDs wired up as additional indicators
http://www.ebay.com/itm/7-H4-Motorcycle-Blinker-LED-Projector-Halogen-Turn-Signal-Headlight-Yellow-LJN-/151290883858?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2339a3af12
OR...
http://thirdgear.com.au/metal-cafe-racer-classic-headlight-matt-black/
OR
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/headlight-black-halogen-cb650-cx500-cx650-gl500-ft500-cb700-gl650-motorcycle-/321457177845?
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2b
Been Around the Block
At the same time as replacing the headlight I will install a one piece speedo/tacho that has all warning lights.
Leaning towards the black version of this one at the moment. Just a matter of making sure that this and whichever light I select will sit physically and aesthetically well together.
https://www.louis.de/en/artikel/digital-cockpit/10034806
Leaning towards the black version of this one at the moment. Just a matter of making sure that this and whichever light I select will sit physically and aesthetically well together.
https://www.louis.de/en/artikel/digital-cockpit/10034806
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waketrip
New Member
sprocket2cog said:cool, sounds like they are on it, now lets hope the fuel cap has been fixed as well
As I stated on my presentation thread on this subforum, I too seem to have an updated/upgraded ACE model.
I can positively say that the fuel cap still leaks like a sieve; the other day I took the bike into a very twisty road and I had just filled the tank to the brim. On a set of 2 very tight left-right handers, i shifted the bike a little too enthusiastically and the fuel splashed through the fuel cap into the side of the fuel tank and onto the road . Not so much as to be worrrying anyway, and actually I think it adds character to the bike ;D.
