2 stroke ignition advance question
- ckahleer
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2 stroke ignition advance question
07 Jul 2025 07:50
My KE100 has no ignition advance. Ignition timing is the same at all RPMs. Is this a common 2 stroke thing, or was Kawasaki saving some money by not including an advance and just setting ignition timing at a compromise value? Since this bike spends most of its riding time at high RPMs, would it hurt to set timing above specs?
Lastly, any recommendations on a 2-stroke technical forum that would cover KE100 matters?
Lastly, any recommendations on a 2-stroke technical forum that would cover KE100 matters?
1997 ZL600
94 KE100
82 KZ305
74 TC185
94 KE100
82 KZ305
74 TC185
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Re: 2 stroke ignition advance question
07 Jul 2025 08:07 - 07 Jul 2025 08:08
It's a common 2 stroke thing and unless you are tuning the engine don't mess with the factory timing specs..
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Re: 2 stroke ignition advance question
07 Jul 2025 10:03
Ditto 1015's comments, leave it factory. Unless you have the knowledge and ability to "port map" the cylinder transfer ports, you're starting with a rotary induction low performance machine to start with, don't waste resources. I have a collection of literature and easily attainable on your behalf too. There will either be BTDC degrees timing procedure or a mark on case next to the rotor. 6.5 hp isn't enough for you, ha. These old two-strokes last a long time if ridden as intended my Friend, just have fun and relive the days when you wanted one when you were a kid!
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