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Post by milkman on Sept 4, 2006 17:53:21 GMT -5
Has anyone ever tried one of those splitfire or stromberg multi spark devices? They go half way along your ignition lead and change the frequency of your plug so you get multiple sparks across the gap instead of one?
Always been curious as to there effect. For $50 AUD may be worth experimenting
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Post by Craig on Sept 23, 2006 21:22:26 GMT -5
I'm always sceptical of these fuel saving devices / money saving claims. But with high petrol prices, there'll be people who'll believe in them and willing to try anything. My thinking is that if they weren't fitted by the vehicle manufacturer, there can't be huge gains in using them. But, that's just my personal opinion!No doubt Naomi Robson and Mike Munro will have a story on them on TV shows Today Tonight and A Current Affair!  Rgdz CL |
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Post by milkman on Oct 2, 2006 21:10:33 GMT -5
Well, for $45 dollars, I thought I'd give it a go......
Haven' installed it yet but I'll let you all know.
Saw one at a car show once, demonstrated the fire over the gar and it was impressive.
We shall see how it tunes up
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Post by robomod on Oct 14, 2006 17:26:51 GMT -5
I have a Spark Exciter from Daytona, and it makes a world of difference. I could actually see the spark quite well after connecting the exciter. Now it's a no-choke, one-kick wonder.
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Post by milkman on Oct 15, 2006 15:05:22 GMT -5
I'm not fmailiar with that Daytona part? Is it like mine where it connects along the ignition lead? Sounds very similar. I'll have to get back around to putting mine on.
Was to have a big bike weekend but the 36 degree C ddin't make it much fun outside!!!!
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Post by robomod on Oct 15, 2006 19:33:27 GMT -5
Yeah- it's like yours. I was skeptical first, but it helps.
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Post by hopwheels on Oct 17, 2006 13:18:05 GMT -5
Hey guys:
Do you have a link to a seller of that multi-spark unit? I'm only finding one for an XR50 when I google it. Thanks.
Gary
Hopwheels
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Post by milkman on Oct 17, 2006 16:16:43 GMT -5
I looked up Stromberg on ebay. Think its called the Stromberg Fuel Saver.
If you look up fuel saver even in a search on ebay you should find it.
I'm not sure where to find the Daytona one
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Post by hopwheels on Oct 23, 2006 8:36:53 GMT -5
Thanks!
Gary
Hopwheels
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Post by hopwheels on Nov 13, 2006 18:00:03 GMT -5
So Robomod... is this the same Daytona spark exciter unit you have? Are there varying types by bike model, CC, two or four stroke?  |
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Post by robomod on Nov 13, 2006 18:07:48 GMT -5
Yeah- thats the one I have. A friend of mine has a scooter shop and he sells it. They are not model specific- there's only one to choose from. www.battlescooterstore.comLook under; Product Categories >>> Honda >>> Ruckus/Zoomer >>> Engine/Drive unit |
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Post by hopwheels on Nov 13, 2006 18:14:53 GMT -5
Cool robomod... I'm getting a 404 error going through your friend's shopping cart checkout process though and can't place the order... hmmmm. He's a couple 'o bucks cheaper than I've found so I'll try again later. Sounds like it'll take my puny, getting sand kicked in it's face by the bully on the beach spark and pump it up ;D.
UPDATE: Ordered... will post an update when it arrives. Thanks robomod!
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Post by milkman on Nov 14, 2006 0:06:06 GMT -5
That unit is a lot bigger than mine, wonder if there's any difference. I haven't had chance to test mine properly yet. Hopefully this weekend!!!!
Mine is about an inch long and and inch and a half in diameter.
O a side not, Sydney Motorcycle Show is on tis weekend. Mostly new gear etc but I'll be on the look out for anything interesting.
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Post by StewRoss on Nov 14, 2006 1:17:12 GMT -5
Hi, You should get on down to the SR rally...heh, heh...just kidding. Enjoy the show. SR |
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Post by milkman on Nov 19, 2006 23:32:28 GMT -5
Well, I fitted my multispark on the weekend, and the difference was noteable.
Now my bike has a cam that is unhappy at idle, and with the mulitspark I found the bike much happier at lower revs, but even better, much smoother through the rev range and more responsive from down low. Worth the $40 I reckon.
Not something that should take the place of proper tuning ie don't use it to hide other problems, but if your bikes pretty well sorted, its an extra 2% that makes things nicer.
I just need a longer ignition lead so I can tuck the module up under the tank somewhere.
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