How much horsepower does a gy6 150cc have?

Building upon that technology a newer motor, the Honda GY6 engine, was produced in the 1980s. This is a 4-stroke, single cylinder, air or oil cooled design that comes standard with two overhead valves. Stock horsepower ratings can be found quoted in the range of 7.8 hp (5.8 kW) to 12.4 hp (9.2 kW).

How do I add horsepower to my go kart?

Here are 9 ways to make your go-kart faster:

1. Upgrade Your Go-Kart.
2. Optimize Your Carburetor.
3. Install a Supercharger or Turbocharger.
4. Re-gear Your Go-Kart.
5. Make Your Go-Kart More Lightweight.
6. Remove the Speed Governor.
7. Change to Larger Go-Kart Tires.
8. Add Isopropyl Alcohol to Your Fuel.

How fast will a 212cc go-kart go?

If you have an old go kart you need to restore, you can simply buy a predator 212cc engine (amazon link) and breath new life into an old go kart. This engine is a performer right out of the box, and should get your go kart running anywhere from 20 mph all the way up to 35mph in its stock form.

How to check for spark in GY6 150cc engine?

(These are both bullet-style connectors) While cranking the engine, use a multimeter to check for voltage coming from the Red/Black (CDI power wire) and the Blue/Yellow (trigger wire) coming from stator. Place the black lead of multimeter on a metal surface of the engine while using the red lead on the tips of the wires.

What causes a gx150 carburettor to run rich?

With that said.. lets get down to the troubleshooting: Running rich (too much fuel in the air/fuel mix) could be caused by several things. The most common cause is a failing automatic choke unit. The choke on the GX150 carburettor is actually an enrichening circuit and in reality does not choke off any airflow at all.

How many windings does a GY6 150cc have?

Don’t use force here. Depending on your stator type, you have either 6, 8, or 11 windings. Of these windings, one is dedicated to supplying the CDI with ignition power. This winding is usually wrapped in white cloth material and sealed over with clear epoxy.

Is there an auto choke on the gx150?

The choke on the GX150 carburettor is actually an enrichening circuit and in reality does not choke off any airflow at all. The auto-choke is ON in it’s natural state.