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by Aron
Wed Dec 02, 2020 7:22 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: R90s smoking after startup
Replies: 13
Views: 2209

Re: R90s smoking after startup

Thanks for the info, I’ll check it out when I get back to Wisconsin. I’m in Florida for the winter.😎
by Aron
Tue Dec 01, 2020 6:38 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: R90s smoking after startup
Replies: 13
Views: 2209

Re: R90s smoking after startup

It started on a ride. Happened abruptly but I limped it home. Definitely oil. Pipes are black w/oily film. It will run great for a bit then both pipes start to smoke. Steadily worsens. Thanks!
by Aron
Sun Nov 29, 2020 11:08 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: R90s smoking after startup
Replies: 13
Views: 2209

Re: R90s smoking after startup

No I haven’t, it will idle fine for a few minutes then both cylinders start smoking. Upright clamped on my work table.
by Aron
Fri Nov 27, 2020 8:43 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: R90s smoking after startup
Replies: 13
Views: 2209

R90s smoking after startup

Hey All, My 1974 R90S started smoking heavy after start up. Compression is 150psi both sides. Checked with camera, cylinders have cross hatch and look excellent. It will run perfect for a few minutes then both cylinders start to smoke excessively. Checked needle and seats in both carbs, no leakage. ...