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I wanted to ask this question in the "09 denotation" thread, but its gone very "vital." I have a 2006 YZ 250 with PC system and is jetted per the PC suggested specs from the previous owner. I run prem. pump gas and am no pro. My altitude is around 2300-2500. I have not really messed with the jetting, so I am curious, what jetting do you guys suggest and what is the process of jetting it properly? Also, it sounds like it should have zero idle...correct?
The process of proper jetting is testing. Always with a controlled variable. Like how scientists do it, Bro !
It's not enough to say... "while on stand hold the throttle at a specific RPM and position and listen for these vague engine characteristics. Then precisely adjust this particular circuit." This message from the other thread were only intended as a solid foundation to play around with. Jetting circuits are not independent from each other, rather they work together to deliver the optimum air-fuel ratio.
I'm willing to bet PC jetting suggestion are in the ballpark but each bike has too many variables for one unconditionally best setup. No one can tell you what the best set up for you without tuning first hand. The rider and track conditions are two of the most under looked aspects of jet tuning.
All you gotta do is buy several jets that are close to your current specs and start playing around at the track. OEM main and pilot jets can be purchased from Motosport.com for under $4.00/piece through their current OEM discount. Pro-X main and pilots can be found even cheaper. Once you learn how to change a jet and what you like, you will enjoy changing a jet trackside to fine tune your motor.
In leu of seeking any further advice from the vitals, I suggest reading something worthwhile in the article posted below and let the speculative jetting opinions stay in the other thread.
http://twostrokemotocross.com/2009/12/carburetor-theory-and-tuning/
Cam,I am not getting a ton of spod/oil out the exhaust or have had any trouble fouling the plugs. Its more like the motor isn't suiting my preferences. I would rather not have the big low-end pull and gain so more mid-high. I am a big guy so the power needs to pull all the way through.
pCp,when you say change the jets at the track, are talking the main, pilot or both?
I have done some jetting before on my 08 YZ450 but I am finding with this bike it is more noticable when the jetting is off.
This is whats in it now:
Main:175
Pilot: 48
Needle: N3EJ in the 2nd position.
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To move the hit slightly higher in the powerband, put a Boyesen RAD valve in, and lose the stock reed block spacer. You can try losing the spacer with the stock reed block too. Also, which PC silencer are you running? Run the long one (304) to get power up top.
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