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Jeff_Crutcher
4/29/2019 8:09am
4/29/2019 8:09am
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4/29/2019 11:14pm
Hi guys, wanted to share my thoughts on the Lectron after installing one on my 18 KTM 125sx. I went trail riding with it after mounting it in, and really had to resist the urge to jump the shark and pen a review because I wanted to get race proven results vs. what I felt in the trail.
First, let's start with the parts included in the kit.
Lectron asked for all the details to build my carb specific to my elevation, fuel, premix oil, aftermarket parts, sport, and riding style. Once built, the package arrived via UPS and included the following
Carburetor
XC air boot
Barnett throttle cable
Domino cam-style throttle housing and tube
Accessory tools
Team hat
Before the package arrived, Brooks in sales sent me four .pdf's thoroughly explaining installation, the carburetor itself, and tuning. I studied each a few times over and felt very knowledgable on the product and understanding how the carburetor works better instead of just "buying something aftermarket".
Installation was a breeze because I had read over the great directions a couple times, even though I know my way around a two stroke. My literal only gripe was that the OEM fuel line clamp was too large diameter for the Lectron fuel line.. but this also gave me an opportunity to use more of my beloved neon zip ties- therefore making a positive out of a tiny negative.
Again, I rode the bike in the woods before moto but I'll get to that in a minute. Raceday:
The Best Of The Midwest MX series spans 6 races crossing Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska and pulls heavy duty money hungry local warriors and professionally licensed racers alike with a very healthy payout of 200% plus $500 in both 250 and 450 Pro, and additionally featuring a two stroke open money and good payout in +25.
I am a svelte variable-upon-cheeseburger-intake 195-200 pounds before gear, so I tax the shit out of my 125. Those of whomst have ridden a 125 two stroke know two things well- absolute lack of torque and that big-load bog when flat landing. This makes starts a bitch and pumps up the volume on any small mistakes where 250 four strokes have the torque to look past. Even with great jetting, getting past that big-load bog requires a lot of custom tuning and modification. Above all, this is what I noticed the Lectron does best- eliminates the bog. From my understanding, this is directly attributed to the venturi-style inner shape of the carb "tunnel" that Lectron has perfected. Secondly, getting out of the gate on a stacked line of midwest hitmen on quality 250f and 250 two stroke equipment is probably going to be a losing battle. Not on my bike. Yes I have good reaction times, but even at my weight and displacement disadvantage I ROCKETED out of the gate every single moto in are you ready for this 2nd gear. It wasn't until the top of 3rd gear where I needed to grab one up that everyone else had more to keep pulling, which is nature of the bike. Yet still, I came out of the first turn in the top three every moto but one. I'm straight up crediting this to my Lectron. Furthermore, I noticed the second gear pull coming out of corners was s-t-r-o-n-g, noticeably more pipey than the stock mikuni with JD kit I was using prior. Even some of the other pro racers made a comment about how they couldn't believe how crisp the bike was out on the track.
I did not have to adjust the power jet throughout the day, and we started at a crisp 39 for practice and ended at 60 by final moto. I'm going to do a little finer tuning with the power jet during my next ride day- but how the unit came built from the floor was perfect for the day.
For moto- this carburetor is hands down a MUST have for any rider seeking to eliminate jetting woes, and gain a power improvement overall. For woods, the bottom crispness that is demanded on the trail is unmatched by the Lectron- however the day I went riding offroad was 80 degrees and windy, so my bike was tuned a little rich which was easy to adjust with a few turns of the power jet. If you're on the fence on the invesment I believe once you go Lectron it feels like you're riding a two-stroke 2.0 and you'd kick yourself for not pulling the trigger sooner. Stamp it.
First, let's start with the parts included in the kit.
Lectron asked for all the details to build my carb specific to my elevation, fuel, premix oil, aftermarket parts, sport, and riding style. Once built, the package arrived via UPS and included the following
Carburetor
XC air boot
Barnett throttle cable
Domino cam-style throttle housing and tube
Accessory tools
Team hat
Before the package arrived, Brooks in sales sent me four .pdf's thoroughly explaining installation, the carburetor itself, and tuning. I studied each a few times over and felt very knowledgable on the product and understanding how the carburetor works better instead of just "buying something aftermarket".
Installation was a breeze because I had read over the great directions a couple times, even though I know my way around a two stroke. My literal only gripe was that the OEM fuel line clamp was too large diameter for the Lectron fuel line.. but this also gave me an opportunity to use more of my beloved neon zip ties- therefore making a positive out of a tiny negative.
Again, I rode the bike in the woods before moto but I'll get to that in a minute. Raceday:
The Best Of The Midwest MX series spans 6 races crossing Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska and pulls heavy duty money hungry local warriors and professionally licensed racers alike with a very healthy payout of 200% plus $500 in both 250 and 450 Pro, and additionally featuring a two stroke open money and good payout in +25.
I am a svelte variable-upon-cheeseburger-intake 195-200 pounds before gear, so I tax the shit out of my 125. Those of whomst have ridden a 125 two stroke know two things well- absolute lack of torque and that big-load bog when flat landing. This makes starts a bitch and pumps up the volume on any small mistakes where 250 four strokes have the torque to look past. Even with great jetting, getting past that big-load bog requires a lot of custom tuning and modification. Above all, this is what I noticed the Lectron does best- eliminates the bog. From my understanding, this is directly attributed to the venturi-style inner shape of the carb "tunnel" that Lectron has perfected. Secondly, getting out of the gate on a stacked line of midwest hitmen on quality 250f and 250 two stroke equipment is probably going to be a losing battle. Not on my bike. Yes I have good reaction times, but even at my weight and displacement disadvantage I ROCKETED out of the gate every single moto in are you ready for this 2nd gear. It wasn't until the top of 3rd gear where I needed to grab one up that everyone else had more to keep pulling, which is nature of the bike. Yet still, I came out of the first turn in the top three every moto but one. I'm straight up crediting this to my Lectron. Furthermore, I noticed the second gear pull coming out of corners was s-t-r-o-n-g, noticeably more pipey than the stock mikuni with JD kit I was using prior. Even some of the other pro racers made a comment about how they couldn't believe how crisp the bike was out on the track.
I did not have to adjust the power jet throughout the day, and we started at a crisp 39 for practice and ended at 60 by final moto. I'm going to do a little finer tuning with the power jet during my next ride day- but how the unit came built from the floor was perfect for the day.
For moto- this carburetor is hands down a MUST have for any rider seeking to eliminate jetting woes, and gain a power improvement overall. For woods, the bottom crispness that is demanded on the trail is unmatched by the Lectron- however the day I went riding offroad was 80 degrees and windy, so my bike was tuned a little rich which was easy to adjust with a few turns of the power jet. If you're on the fence on the invesment I believe once you go Lectron it feels like you're riding a two-stroke 2.0 and you'd kick yourself for not pulling the trigger sooner. Stamp it.
Sandman, do you get more guys up there at races? Jeff's seems about average to me. These days anyway.
I’m working with local promoters, riders, and track owners to unify an advancement system that is monetarily incentivized through guaranteed payback. We have to get the practice riders back to the race track. The lack of a sanctioning body really shows in outlaw states A class participation. But with every problem there’s a solution, and that will be saved for another topic coming soon once I’ve truly gathered my thoughts.
The Shop
or do you mean the races are AMA, but don't go toward district points for the year end awards banquets etc?
Things sure have changed.
Is this due to just this many LESS people racing these days?
I remember in the 80s, districts had full classes of Moto, Flat track, Enduro, Hillclimb, TT, hare Scrambles, and awards for all of it.
Pit Row
That Ktm was a nightmare tho but I just felt the jd kit ran a bit stronger. Some of it could be no doubt user error too! Go for it, costs less than a slip on for a four stroke and I got 80% of my money back for it and it sold on a facebook group in about 15 minutes.
All of this matters as it helps them fine tune the unit from the factory floor. The more info you provide, the more exact your carb comes from Lectron. It’s white glove service in my opinion.
2) Video, or it didn't happen
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