Put one on my 2002 CR 250 which I was chasing the jetting constantly and it works like Magic. Just made a 1/4 turn leaner on metering rod and that's it. like a whole new bike.
If you change the emotion tube in the TMX carb from a 9 to a 7 $15 The problem goes away And to make that carburetor more Snappy you change the needle C6hy12-82 clip on top $12 honda Main 390 400 Pilot 40 What may video on the TMX carb
ok I'll give a little history here on my 17 tx 300 have been struggling with jetting. Done the air box mod filed the slide replaced the reeds and cage but still could not get it right. So i put a jd jet kit in so much better but still not right but works great no real complaints. I figured it was the best it could be and i was fine with that. But Ive been having problems finishing some 2hr race on a tank of fuel so a friend of mine bought a lectron carb and loved it and tried to talk me into but i wasn't going for it. I'm happy with my bike until i seen the fuel consumption differences it's huge. We can go on the same 2hr ride and I'm almost empty and he still has at least 3/4 of a gallon left. That sold me so i bought one but not only does it save gas but ran amazing huge difference and another awesome thing is at any given time i can go out and hit the starter button and fires right up with out even pulling out the choke. By far the best mod.... money well spent.
Billy211 Beer211 sweet but if u never need the choke and u did before ur prob a little on the rich side and can still run better , lean it out another quarter turn and u will be really happy!
I have been running Lectrons for 6 years now. Set once and forget. 1k to 11K elevation no changes and running great. My '17 TE150 loves the Lectron. My typical ride starts at 4K and most of the ride is then above 7K to 9K. Always struggled getting a standard carb to run well from start to finish especially the small bores. I spend at least 2 weeks every summer riding above 9K and make no adjustments. I might tweak the idle a fraction of a turn higher at higher elevations but I certainly don't have to. Read lots of commentary of riders struggling to get the stock Mikuni to work well one day to the next on the '17 TE150. I didn't even try as I switch out carbs before I waste any time with a standard carb. I just ride now and have spent a total of maybe 30 minutes adjusting the Lectron to my satisfaction.
It is an awesome bike. Carb help and a better head design has made it amazing. I have done suspension work to suit me but it is very good stock for technical terrain.
It's a pretty rad carb. I have one on my YZ250. It increased my fuel economy and made the bike run smoother. I like Keihin carbs, but this is my favorite and in my shitty opinion, the only carb to run on a two-smoker.
I’ve got the 38mm HV kit on my 2015 300 EXC to cope with the large temperature swings on a day’s riding in the desert. It just works. Great piece of kit. Crisp power delivery even in the sand, doesn’t load up and bog sapping momentum like the stock carb does. Recommend.
I have lectrons on two different ktm 300's. they both run great in a wide variety of temps & altitude. I have about 100 hours of time on the one lectron & the fueling definitely improves as the carburetor components wear in. I am a believer in this product!
I put a 38mm lectron on my 2014 250 SX. I went with the 38 as opposed to the 36 so as to have a bit more H&H style power delivery. I noticed the bottom felt softer (as expected with the 38), but with that said, on my test track with jumps out of corners, it was actually stronger. I feel the softer feel of the roll on is a plus, for it keep the power from wicking on too hard ( its a SX), and actually grabs and tracks better. I had to adjust the metering rod 1/4 richer as I felt lean surges when rolling off throttle. What I notice most, besides fuel consumption, is no matter what speed, If you dump the throttle, it will build power and never bog. I hate to use this term, but very "four stroke like". It self adjusts with elevation as promised. I personally think the lectron is a must buy, for where I live (western Colorado) your ride can be from 4500 to 12,500, and it does the job well.
Just bought a Lectron from RM for my 2016 Beta 300RR Race edition after getting frustrated with constantly messing with jetting. I live in Utah and my riding could range from 4200 to over 10000 feet in a single ride. My first ride without adjustment was very impressive. Pulled like a freight train through the mid and wanted to keep going. While it too seemed a little rich it was still better than my best jetting on the stock carb. I leaned out the metering rod a half turn and seems much better. Can't wait to run back up to Skyline to test it in the higher altitudes.
I recently ordered one from Rocky Mountain for my 2017 250 XC and will be picking it up tomorrow. Looking forward to trying it out at higher elevations.
I had been changing jets constantly trying to get my carb perfect but never did,after I put the Lectron in and initially set it up I haven't touched it for three years,best mod I ever did to my bike!
Just got mine for my 2003 rm250, The original keihin on the bike was an absolute pig to jet right in any enviroment, Always bogging low down and dirty at the top end I have been out with the lectron on today and all i can is Smooth Smooth Smooth, Very noticiable bottom and mid range changes with no hesitation at all with a clean top end, Goes through the revs range much cleaner. I barely had to alter the idle if anything turn up a tad once warmed up. Fitting it was a dream no alterations made to either of the boots. It was most noticable i found on woodland riding in low down revs 1st and 2nd gear stuff so clean!. Looking forward to getting it on the track this week here in the uk
That is great to hear! These things really are so worth the initial investment to not have the headache of jetting for different environments. Thanks for giving us your feedback and glad you're liking it!
I have had a wonderful experience on my 17 XC 300. My bike runs perfect with the Lectron and uses less gas than my 200 or even my buddies YZ125. It is an amazing product and if you have any questions the guys at Lectron are awesome to work with.
Yea i am having major problems with the choke not working on mine,starts awesome first kick or one turn of starter when its warm though.Runs like a dream otherwise,smooth as butter and great power and saving a ton of money on gas now
I've had Lectron's on Banshee's and 250R's, tried one on my Husky 610 SM and can say they work just as well for four stroke applications! Awesome carbs.
How do they handle temperature changes? I live in Canada and I'm thinking about slapping a set on my Banshee. I hate having to worry about jetting in winter/summer lol
Just put my new lectron 38mm HV on my 2003 KTM 300exc and it is a different animal now. I thought I had the jetting pretty close but now that ive felt what it can really do I have to learn how to ride it all over again. So smooth and only had to adjust the idle. Will be trying a 1/4 turn richer on the metering rod only because I don't have a fan on my 300 and it was getting a tad bit hotter than usual in the gnarly stuff today. Super impressed with the way it runs and how easy it is to just install and go riding
That's awesome to hear, Zach! It's pretty impressive how simple of an idea it is and how effective it works! Be sure to write a review on the product page to help others out looking to pick one up! Thanks for watching and commenting-Chase
@@rmatvmc I bought mine from Lectron but I tried to leave a review on RMATVMC.com but for some reason the lectron wouldnt show up for my 2003 KTM 300exc. It only goes back to 2006. I cant see why it would matter, from what the guys at Lectron told me, the 38mm HV is the same for pretty much any 250cc or bigger 2 stroke. They said the one I put on my 300 would work for my 98 CR250 with a small adjustment to the metering rod, maybe. It just seems to me that someone with an older bike might benefit more from the Lectron and the reviews of the people who have purchased and tested them on older bikes. Thanks for your time. P.S. put another small ride on the Lectron today and I still cant believe I'm riding the same bike. It's like night and day, really opened the 15 year old big bore 2 stroke up. Cant recommend them enough
I put Slaven's HV 38mm in my 17 300 xc-w and it is great, best mod so far. Runs crisper than my stock Mikuni and lugs awesome. Installation was easy, just needed a T45 bit to loosen and remove the subframe bolts, then once it was installed I torqued the bolts to 35nm per the Owner's Manual.
I have a lectron on my 2018 Husqvarna TX300. I live in Cedar city Utah at 5600 ft. I regularly ride in St George (2300 ft) and up the mountain around Brian Head (12,000) ft. The difference in how it feels across those variations is minimal. It’s the only way to go around here.
If you find the Lectron a little rich at altitude, that could mean you could go a little leaner when at lower altitudes and then the climb to the heights will be better. I have a 36mm on my Gas Gas EC250. All I did was to turn the metering rod a quarter to a half turn longer (leaner). I was also running a little rich in more open throttle positions at altitude. This is adjusted with the power jet. A quarter turn leaner and it was good from 1200 feet in Phoenix in the summer to 8000+ feet in Flagstaff.
Have a lectron on my tx300 so much stronger from the bottom and runs awesome out of the box and better throttle respons. Dont know about ful economy or its just me who got the balls to open the throttle more now with more experience.
Right on my man. I've watched this video twice and really enjoy your reviews. I'm struggling on either getting another 300 or a 150. Reality is I'm wanting to go as light as possible. While the 150 wont have the bottom end of the 300 I bet it can handle just as nasty of trails as well.
Between the 300XCW and this, it would be a hard choice. But I'll tell you what, man, that 150 is sooooo much fun. If you want light, then I'd go with the 150. It still has plenty of power and will handle any trail the 300 could. Just won't have the top speeds of the 300.-Chase
Great info guys. Just picked up a 2007 klr650, your thoughts on installing one of these on it. Thanks for all the great videos and demos. Happy holidays!
I am more jealous of where you have access to ride!! I live in (Maryland)! We have zero places to ride. They treat riding like a 4 letter word. Have to drive 3 hours in any direction to ride and when you get there, place is packed and they want 50$ to ride for a single day!!!
on the ktm's the air box is different and makes installation very difficult so you have to order a new intake manifold that is shorter from electron because the electron carb is longer but on the husky's it goes right on with no problem
No you have to change it. At least on the 2017 300XC forcing it on with the original intake deformed the air box enough to make the filter not seal properly.
Isn't hesitation off the bottom range a lean indication? My KTM 150 XCW had the same issue. I had to go 2.25 turns in on the needle and now I can't get it to hesitate and runs clean thru the rest of the rpm range.
I put this on my 2017 KTM 250 XCW. My engine runs perfectly from bottom to top. Very crisp throttle response. The only issue which I have is a hanging idle. In any condition, elevation or temperature, when you chop the throttle, it takes 10-25 seconds for it to return to idle. I spoke to Lectron directly and they didn't seem to have an explanation or an answer. Apart from this, the Lectron is so much easier to use then the traditional carburetor. Has anyone else experienced this problem?
yes, hanging idle usually lists as a lean symptom...I don't think Lectrons are set perfect from the retailers, there can be more Rod adjustment than expected. I'm in same boat as you, I have the '17' 250xcw and 150xcw both with Lectrons. The 150 is being more finicky with the Lectron than the 250, thought the smaller bores tend to load up a bit easier. 150 is an interesting bike, can be lugged pretty easily in Texas terrain, and obviously ripped on as well...so have to find that happy medium Meter Rod setting.
Thanks for the reply. I have tried both richer and leaner and did not notice any change. Lectron had no specific answer either. Apart from the hanging idle, the bike runs flawlessly. Hopefully, Lectron will figure it out and offer advice. I want to get one for my son's Beta but am hesitant to have the same problem.
recently read somewhere, after sending the above msg...that lightly applying/buffing some metal polish to the slides (making them smoother, cleans them up) will cure the idle hanging as well....makes sense, as people are doing it to their Mikuni's and Keihin's slides with results....it's only a thought not a guarantee, going to try it on mine though.
only the slide... I cracked mine open to adjust back from lean to stock setting at 2.008 because I changed my premix back to 50:1 (oil mfg recommendation) from 36:1....opened the carb and there was condensation/water inside on the slide, not good (with 93 ethanol). I just today started using 110 mixed with 87 ethanol free gas (to 96 octane) with the 50:1....ran great today, plus should eliminate the condensation. Here's an older article about the Lectron, idle hanging and the slide... www.gasgasrider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=14515&page=8
Do they make these for a CR85? I looked online but it all says "not available" I'm not sure if that means they're sold out or if it means they dont make them for an 85
put one on 09 ktm 300 xc had trouble with leaky float after many hour got lectron to send me new float assy then ran well after adjusting needle a few times main problemis choke location is unreachable its next fto the pipe on inside so you cant reach it had to rig a wire to operate it mickey mouse it bike does run crisp and never needs any fooling around now the choke thing sucks though
I agree on the choke thing. It's in a weird spot and doesn't make a whole lot of sens to me. But I'm sure the guys at lecrton had a reason for the placement. Maybe with the carb design, that was the only real option for it? Glad to hear you got that issue taken care of and it's working well for you. Thanks for watching!-Chase
Would you believe this carb is maybe better suited for enduro riders or could you do everything with this? motocross, yard putting, what ever. And, is this carb designed for significant temp/altitude changes? or minor changes?
it works well for any type of riding all its doing is basically giving u a really well jetted bike at lots of different temp and altitude changes , why would it matter what type of riding u do lol
from winter to summer all I do is go a quarter turn richer or leaner that's it, takes literally 2 min, and it can go fro sea level to 10 000ft with very minor changes basically a quarter turn too, 0 to like 5 000 ft u don't even need to touch it whn u start getting higher like he did just do quarter turn and should be good , very quick.
this carb is designed just for that! It's ideal for riders that make significant elevation changes on their ride. It will adjust for just about anything.
I have a 2007 Yamaha YZ450F, I just am having jetting issues even after I cleaned the carb thoroughly, I am having a bottom end bog and I just want a smooth delivery, I haven't found my make and model on Rocky Mountain, but I have found them from Lectron's website, for quite the cash, are these things worth the money? I ride in Michigan and upper Michigan, I don't see much of a change in elevation but I'm dying for smooth consistent delivery, is this the right choice?
These are built for the exact reasons you just listed. If you can't getting the jetting right, these take out some of that guess work. That being said, if it's not a carburetor issue you're having, this may not be the solution. Have you changed any of your jets?
Rocky Mountain ATV MC I have not changed the jetting. I just disassembled, cleaned out with carb cleaner and used my air gun to blow the jets out after running a wire through them. Valves are perfectly in spec and I ran some sea foam thru the tank this weekend. Has a low end bog that’s aggravating lol.
Right on Chase!! You are a rider!! I'm actually thinking of getting this bike. I'm a lot older almost 60 year old desert/trail rider. This bike will replace my old KTM 300. Thanks for reviewing the carb and bike. I really enjoyed the video.
You bet! Glad you liked the video. This bike is sooo much fun for this type of riding. Still has plenty of power. Lectron is a good upgrade. Thanks for watching-Chase
Is it the sain PIA to install as it was with 2015 Husky? It took me one bucket of blood and ttwo bucket of tears to install Lectron on TE300 , and then another 10 buckets of both when I have changed my VForce 3 to VF4. (and all the youtubers did not say a word about thech issues, just Plug and Play, bro !) BTW, I had some issues with jupms and bumps with this carb, it seems to be catching turbulences after heavy hits and for a second or so does not react on wide open. But my mileage on went up from 50 km/tank to 75-80 km with Lectron
We don't offer them, yet. Go check out Lectron Carburetor's website. They are available. We are unable to stock them due to "all carbs are built to order and have a 1 week lead time". These carbs are sweet!
The only "disadvantage" i can think of is the cost. They are definitely more expensive than a jet kit. However, from customer reviews and comments below and on the product page, it is hard to find a customer who is extremely happy with the performance. If you have a specific question, you can ask them directly on the product page as well. Cheers~Chase
Just got myself the 2018 150 xcw. Having major problems with jetting, bogging down all the time. When you put yours on, did you feel a difference with the low down power?
Hi *Paul Laverty.* We looked into it. It ended up being a little more complex than we intended to inventory these carb kits and where they are all built to order and have a 7 day build time. I'm hoping in the near future we can work out the bugs and bring on all Japanese manufactures! :) Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us sir.
Put one on my 2002 CR 250 which I was chasing the jetting constantly and it works like Magic. Just made a 1/4 turn leaner on metering rod and that's it. like a whole new bike.
That's rad! Pretty awesome product. Quarter turn is usually the MOST that is ever needed. Thanks for commenting~Chase
If you change the emotion tube in the TMX carb from a 9 to a 7 $15
The problem goes away
And to make that carburetor more Snappy you change the needle
C6hy12-82 clip on top $12 honda
Main 390 400
Pilot 40
What may video on the TMX carb
How am I just now hearing about this? These carbs should come stock on 2 strokes. No need for the complications of tpi with this carb
ok I'll give a little history here on my 17 tx 300 have been struggling with jetting. Done the air box mod filed the slide replaced the reeds and cage but still could not get it right. So i put a jd jet kit in so much better but still not right but works great no real complaints. I figured it was the best it could be and i was fine with that. But Ive been having problems finishing some 2hr race on a tank of fuel so a friend of mine bought a lectron carb and loved it and tried to talk me into but i wasn't going for it. I'm happy with my bike until i seen the fuel consumption differences it's huge. We can go on the same 2hr ride and I'm almost empty and he still has at least 3/4 of a gallon left. That sold me so i bought one but not only does it save gas but ran amazing huge difference and another awesome thing is at any given time i can go out and hit the starter button and fires right up with out even pulling out the choke. By far the best mod.... money well spent.
Billy211 Beer211 sweet but if u never need the choke and u did before ur prob a little on the rich side and can still run better , lean it out another quarter turn and u will be really happy!
How does your bottom end feel? Flat bottom end with the lectron?
Appreciate the info I have the 18 tx300 I'm not at high altitude seems to run fine but not good mpg does jd jet kit get better mpg over stock?
I have been running Lectrons for 6 years now. Set once and forget. 1k to 11K elevation no changes and running great. My '17 TE150 loves the Lectron. My typical ride starts at 4K and most of the ride is then above 7K to 9K. Always struggled getting a standard carb to run well from start to finish especially the small bores. I spend at least 2 weeks every summer riding above 9K and make no adjustments. I might tweak the idle a fraction of a turn higher at higher elevations but I certainly don't have to.
Read lots of commentary of riders struggling to get the stock Mikuni to work well one day to the next on the '17 TE150. I didn't even try as I switch out carbs before I waste any time with a standard carb. I just ride now and have spent a total of maybe 30 minutes adjusting the Lectron to my satisfaction.
wallybeanmt How's the TE 150? I'm thinking of getting one at the end of this year.
It is an awesome bike. Carb help and a better head design has made it amazing. I have done suspension work to suit me but it is very good stock for technical terrain.
How much do you weigh?
It's a pretty rad carb. I have one on my YZ250. It increased my fuel economy and made the bike run smoother. I like Keihin carbs, but this is my favorite and in my shitty opinion, the only carb to run on a two-smoker.
Thanks for sharing! Maybe in the near future we'll pick these up for the Japaneese bikes? Cheers
I’ve got the 38mm HV kit on my 2015 300 EXC to cope with the large temperature swings on a day’s riding in the desert. It just works. Great piece of kit. Crisp power delivery even in the sand, doesn’t load up and bog sapping momentum like the stock carb does. Recommend.
I have lectrons on two different ktm 300's. they both run great in a wide variety of temps & altitude. I have about 100 hours of time on the one lectron & the fueling definitely improves as the carburetor components wear in. I am a believer in this product!
I put a 38mm lectron on my 2014 250 SX. I went with the 38 as opposed to the 36 so as to have a bit more H&H style power delivery. I noticed the bottom felt softer (as expected with the 38), but with that said, on my test track with jumps out of corners, it was actually stronger. I feel the softer feel of the roll on is a plus, for it keep the power from wicking on too hard ( its a SX), and actually grabs and tracks better. I had to adjust the metering rod 1/4 richer as I felt lean surges when rolling off throttle. What I notice most, besides fuel consumption, is no matter what speed, If you dump the throttle, it will build power and never bog. I hate to use this term, but very "four stroke like". It self adjusts with elevation as promised. I personally think the lectron is a must buy, for where I live (western Colorado) your ride can be from 4500 to 12,500, and it does the job well.
Just bought a Lectron from RM for my 2016 Beta 300RR Race edition after getting frustrated with constantly messing with jetting. I live in Utah and my riding could range from 4200 to over 10000 feet in a single ride.
My first ride without adjustment was very impressive. Pulled like a freight train through the mid and wanted to keep going. While it too seemed a little rich it was still better than my best jetting on the stock carb.
I leaned out the metering rod a half turn and seems much better. Can't wait to run back up to Skyline to test it in the higher altitudes.
That's awesome to hear *Phillip Bell* Thanks for sharing!
you had to do away with your oil reservoir right? What oil gas mix do you do now?
I had a lectron on a yz 465 bsck in 1980, one of the 1st cabs to come from lectron, great then, still today!!
I recently ordered one from Rocky Mountain for my 2017 250 XC and will be picking it up tomorrow. Looking forward to trying it out at higher elevations.
Nice! These things are sweet. Let us know how you like it! Thanks for shopping with us *PNW Enduro*
Atta boy! Let us know how it performs! Write up a review after you've tested it out!~Chase
I had been changing jets constantly trying to get my carb perfect but never did,after I put the Lectron in and initially set it up I haven't touched it for three years,best mod I ever did to my bike!
Just got mine for my 2003 rm250, The original keihin on the bike was an absolute pig to jet right in any enviroment, Always bogging low down and dirty at the top end
I have been out with the lectron on today and all i can is Smooth Smooth Smooth, Very noticiable bottom and mid range changes with no hesitation at all with a clean top end, Goes through the revs range much cleaner. I barely had to alter the idle if anything turn up a tad once warmed up.
Fitting it was a dream no alterations made to either of the boots.
It was most noticable i found on woodland riding in low down revs 1st and 2nd gear stuff so clean!.
Looking forward to getting it on the track this week here in the uk
That is great to hear! These things really are so worth the initial investment to not have the headache of jetting for different environments. Thanks for giving us your feedback and glad you're liking it!
I have had a wonderful experience on my 17 XC 300. My bike runs perfect with the Lectron and uses less gas than my 200 or even my buddies YZ125. It is an amazing product and if you have any questions the guys at Lectron are awesome to work with.
That's awesome to hear! Thanks for sharing~Chase
do you have any problems cold starting?
NEW ZEALAND TRAILRIDING yes, for sure, even choked. Runs and starts perfectly once warm.
Yea i am having major problems with the choke not working on mine,starts awesome first kick or one turn of starter when its warm though.Runs like a dream otherwise,smooth as butter and great power and saving a ton of money on gas now
I've had Lectron's on Banshee's and 250R's, tried one on my Husky 610 SM and can say they work just as well for four stroke applications! Awesome carbs.
How do they handle temperature changes? I live in Canada and I'm thinking about slapping a set on my Banshee. I hate having to worry about jetting in winter/summer lol
I just put this on my 2007 ktm 200 xc and my gosh does it run amazing now! Great review!
Just put my new lectron 38mm HV on my 2003 KTM 300exc and it is a different animal now. I thought I had the jetting pretty close but now that ive felt what it can really do I have to learn how to ride it all over again. So smooth and only had to adjust the idle. Will be trying a 1/4 turn richer on the metering rod only because I don't have a fan on my 300 and it was getting a tad bit hotter than usual in the gnarly stuff today. Super impressed with the way it runs and how easy it is to just install and go riding
That's awesome to hear, Zach! It's pretty impressive how simple of an idea it is and how effective it works! Be sure to write a review on the product page to help others out looking to pick one up! Thanks for watching and commenting-Chase
@@rmatvmc I bought mine from Lectron but I tried to leave a review on RMATVMC.com but for some reason the lectron wouldnt show up for my 2003 KTM 300exc. It only goes back to 2006. I cant see why it would matter, from what the guys at Lectron told me, the 38mm HV is the same for pretty much any 250cc or bigger 2 stroke. They said the one I put on my 300 would work for my 98 CR250 with a small adjustment to the metering rod, maybe. It just seems to me that someone with an older bike might benefit more from the Lectron and the reviews of the people who have purchased and tested them on older bikes. Thanks for your time. P.S. put another small ride on the Lectron today and I still cant believe I'm riding the same bike. It's like night and day, really opened the 15 year old big bore 2 stroke up. Cant recommend them enough
I had to make metering rod adjustments for my 17 300xc, but once dialed in, I'm quite happy with it.
I put Slaven's HV 38mm in my 17 300 xc-w and it is great, best mod so far. Runs crisper than my stock Mikuni and lugs awesome.
Installation was easy, just needed a T45 bit to loosen and remove the subframe bolts, then once it was installed I torqued the bolts to 35nm per the Owner's Manual.
From what I have read the fix for the TE150 is RKTek head, V Force reeds, and if you want, a drop in Keihn carb from JD Jetting.
I put one on my 17 300XC and it was night and day difference! It also does quite a bit better on fuel consumption.
That's awesome to hear! Thanks for the comment.~Chase
I love mine on my 2007 300xc, the guys at lectron are great to deal with directly, the owner even called me to discuss some concerns I had.
I have a lectron on my 2018 Husqvarna TX300. I live in Cedar city Utah at 5600 ft. I regularly ride in St George (2300 ft) and up the mountain around Brian Head (12,000) ft. The difference in how it feels across those variations is minimal. It’s the only way to go around here.
If you find the Lectron a little rich at altitude, that could mean you could go a little leaner when at lower altitudes and then the climb to the heights will be better. I have a 36mm on my Gas Gas EC250. All I did was to turn the metering rod a quarter to a half turn longer (leaner). I was also running a little rich in more open throttle positions at altitude. This is adjusted with the power jet. A quarter turn leaner and it was good from 1200 feet in Phoenix in the summer to 8000+ feet in Flagstaff.
Sounds great,I'm thinking about getting one for my yz 125
Just put a lectron on my Banshee, love it so far
Have a lectron on my tx300 so much stronger from the bottom and runs awesome out of the box and better throttle respons. Dont know about ful economy or its just me who got the balls to open the throttle more now with more experience.
That is great to hear! Thanks on the feedback *Tx300*. We appreciate it. Open that puppy up and let her eat! :)
I put one on my 2017 TE 300. It runs so nice now and consumes was less fuel.
Could you share how many miles on average you get to a tank now, compared to stock carb.. very curious...thanks.
Z Shark, not sure I've never come close to emptying a tank, since I ride very technical terrain. But it is a big increase in mpg.
Right on my man. I've watched this video twice and really enjoy your reviews. I'm struggling on either getting another 300 or a 150. Reality is I'm wanting to go as light as possible. While the 150 wont have the bottom end of the 300 I bet it can handle just as nasty of trails as well.
Between the 300XCW and this, it would be a hard choice. But I'll tell you what, man, that 150 is sooooo much fun. If you want light, then I'd go with the 150. It still has plenty of power and will handle any trail the 300 could. Just won't have the top speeds of the 300.-Chase
I own a 19 te150 man best single track bike I've ever owned.
I'm putting one on my 1999 Kawasaki KDX220r. I will update with results in a few days!!!
Very cool *MichiganMotoman!* Let us know how it performs on your bike. Thanks for commenting.
Works great. Nice chrisp throttle response, and power whenever want it.
that's awesome! Send a picture to post on the product page! Thanks for watching and following up~Chase
Been debating this for my 220.
I'm debating running one on my 93kdx250 but it has a 293cc big bore kit in it and I'm not sure how that would affect the lectron carb
Great info guys. Just picked up a 2007 klr650, your thoughts on installing one of these on it. Thanks for all the great videos and demos. Happy holidays!
If you want to learn how to push easy corners this is your guy.
I am more jealous of where you have access to ride!! I live in (Maryland)! We have zero places to ride. They treat riding like a 4 letter word. Have to drive 3 hours in any direction to ride and when you get there, place is packed and they want 50$ to ride for a single day!!!
Dang! Looks like you need to find a career out west!
on the ktm's the air box is different and makes installation very difficult so you have to order a new intake manifold that is shorter from electron because the electron carb is longer but on the husky's it goes right on with no problem
No you have to change it. At least on the 2017 300XC forcing it on with the original intake deformed the air box enough to make the filter not seal properly.
Only with the the XC manifolds.....the XCW's have no issues
Isn't hesitation off the bottom range a lean indication? My KTM 150 XCW had the same issue. I had to go 2.25 turns in on the needle and now I can't get it to hesitate and runs clean thru the rest of the rpm range.
Would this work on a klr 650?
MPG will be greatly improved. If you do turn the needle, write down what you do as it's easy to forget if time goes by and you want to go back.
That is great advice! Thanks for watching and commenting.
Kyle, you need to attend our 55th Annual Idaho Trail Machine Assoc. State Ride on July 18 this year at Warm Springs out of Ketchum, Id.
I put this on my 2017 KTM 250 XCW. My engine runs perfectly from bottom to top. Very crisp throttle response. The only issue which I have is a hanging idle. In any condition, elevation or temperature, when you chop the throttle, it takes 10-25 seconds for it to return to idle. I spoke to Lectron directly and they didn't seem to have an explanation or an answer. Apart from this, the Lectron is so much easier to use then the traditional carburetor.
Has anyone else experienced this problem?
yes, hanging idle usually lists as a lean symptom...I don't think Lectrons are set perfect from the retailers, there can be more Rod adjustment than expected. I'm in same boat as you, I have the '17' 250xcw and 150xcw both with Lectrons. The 150 is being more finicky with the Lectron than the 250, thought the smaller bores tend to load up a bit easier. 150 is an interesting bike, can be lugged pretty easily in Texas terrain, and obviously ripped on as well...so have to find that happy medium Meter Rod setting.
Thanks for the reply. I have tried both richer and leaner and did not notice any change. Lectron had no specific answer either. Apart from the hanging idle, the bike runs flawlessly. Hopefully, Lectron will figure it out and offer advice. I want to get one for my son's Beta but am hesitant to have the same problem.
recently read somewhere, after sending the above msg...that lightly applying/buffing some metal polish to the slides (making them smoother, cleans them up) will cure the idle hanging as well....makes sense, as people are doing it to their Mikuni's and Keihin's slides with results....it's only a thought not a guarantee, going to try it on mine though.
Thank you. Are you referring to polishing the metering rod? Or the actual slide the metering rod is attached to?
only the slide...
I cracked mine open to adjust back from lean to stock setting at 2.008 because I changed my premix back to 50:1 (oil mfg recommendation) from 36:1....opened the carb and there was condensation/water inside on the slide, not good (with 93 ethanol). I just today started using 110 mixed with 87 ethanol free gas (to 96 octane) with the 50:1....ran great today, plus should eliminate the condensation. Here's an older article about the Lectron, idle hanging and the slide... www.gasgasrider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=14515&page=8
This looks like where Kyle from DirtBike Channel rides! Awesome review!
except that guy is boring af
Do they make these for a CR85? I looked online but it all says "not available" I'm not sure if that means they're sold out or if it means they dont make them for an 85
Air box deforms on installation. Makes sucking dust a real issue from my experience. Running a Keihin on my 2017 KTM
Robert Moore you didnt do it right then.
you need the XCW intake , it's a little shorter and fixes that.
Joshua Yeatman I tried the Lectron on an XC-W and had the issue with the air boot
That makes sense, the XC has a little more room than the XCW.
Ray Eh really? Do explain please
Hmm...how about TE150 with lectron vs TE150i ?
put one on 09 ktm 300 xc had trouble with leaky float after many hour got lectron to send me new float assy then ran well after adjusting needle a few times main problemis choke location is unreachable its next fto the pipe on inside so you cant reach it had to rig a wire to operate it mickey mouse it bike does run crisp and never needs any fooling around now the choke thing sucks though
I agree on the choke thing. It's in a weird spot and doesn't make a whole lot of sens to me. But I'm sure the guys at lecrton had a reason for the placement. Maybe with the carb design, that was the only real option for it? Glad to hear you got that issue taken care of and it's working well for you. Thanks for watching!-Chase
hi i had a 125 xc-w 2017 had you carb settings for it
Where is that trail at? I live in Monroe, UT. and would live to find that single track.
I want one ...looks nice too
I also want to try it on my bike because I feel like I got it dialed in , I would love to put it on and see if it was even better or the same .
it will be better ...love my lectron , wouldn't buy a 2 stroke without one.
Where are you guys riding at?
Would you believe this carb is maybe better suited for enduro riders or could you do everything with this? motocross, yard putting, what ever. And, is this carb designed for significant temp/altitude changes? or minor changes?
it works well for any type of riding all its doing is basically giving u a really well jetted bike at lots of different temp and altitude changes , why would it matter what type of riding u do lol
from winter to summer all I do is go a quarter turn richer or leaner that's it, takes literally 2 min, and it can go fro sea level to 10 000ft with very minor changes basically a quarter turn too, 0 to like 5 000 ft u don't even need to touch it whn u start getting higher like he did just do quarter turn and should be good , very quick.
this carb is designed just for that! It's ideal for riders that make significant elevation changes on their ride. It will adjust for just about anything.
What bend ff bars are those in the vid
I have a 2007 Yamaha YZ450F, I just am having jetting issues even after I cleaned the carb thoroughly, I am having a bottom end bog and I just want a smooth delivery, I haven't found my make and model on Rocky Mountain, but I have found them from Lectron's website, for quite the cash, are these things worth the money? I ride in Michigan and upper Michigan, I don't see much of a change in elevation but I'm dying for smooth consistent delivery, is this the right choice?
These are built for the exact reasons you just listed. If you can't getting the jetting right, these take out some of that guess work. That being said, if it's not a carburetor issue you're having, this may not be the solution. Have you changed any of your jets?
Rocky Mountain ATV MC I have not changed the jetting. I just disassembled, cleaned out with carb cleaner and used my air gun to blow the jets out after running a wire through them. Valves are perfectly in spec and I ran some sea foam thru the tank this weekend. Has a low end bog that’s aggravating lol.
@@rmatvmc I have not changed any of my jets. I would love to have the stock carb work at the cost of a Lectron...
Right on Chase!! You are a rider!! I'm actually thinking of getting this bike. I'm a lot older almost 60 year old desert/trail rider. This bike will replace my old KTM 300. Thanks for reviewing the carb and bike. I really enjoyed the video.
You bet! Glad you liked the video. This bike is sooo much fun for this type of riding. Still has plenty of power. Lectron is a good upgrade. Thanks for watching-Chase
What throttle assembly is that I have a te 300 2017 and would like to keep lock on grips and change to that sort of style?
If you enter your bikes information on our parts finder, it'll show the exact kit that is needed for your bike.~Chase
Rocky Mountain ATV MC Thanks Chase i like the videos keep em up good to get a honest opinion on stuff and cheers for the reply 👍
Is it the sain PIA to install as it was with 2015 Husky? It took me one bucket of blood and ttwo bucket of tears to install Lectron on TE300 , and then another 10 buckets of both when I have changed my VForce 3 to VF4. (and all the youtubers did not say a word about thech issues, just Plug and Play, bro !) BTW, I had some issues with jupms and bumps with this carb, it seems to be catching turbulences after heavy hits and for a second or so does not react on wide open. But my mileage on went up from 50 km/tank to 75-80 km with Lectron
install wasn't too bad on a TE150. Took a little work but not a bucket of blood.
I wonder if I could put one on my 1976 Kawasaki KT 250.
Contact Lectron directly, I’m sure they have what you need, thy are super cool.
wonder why they don't sell any for the yz250...
We don't offer them, yet. Go check out Lectron Carburetor's website. They are available. We are unable to stock them due to "all carbs are built to order and have a 1 week lead time". These carbs are sweet!
Did you notice any power change on it from the stock carb?
Trevor, it's been a long time since I did this review, but as far as I can remember, I didn't feel any power difference.-Chase
I tried one of these and by the time I got it to run clean my 300 had all the bottom end of a Vespa. Not for me.
Is there any disadvantage to a lectron?
The only "disadvantage" i can think of is the cost. They are definitely more expensive than a jet kit. However, from customer reviews and comments below and on the product page, it is hard to find a customer who is extremely happy with the performance. If you have a specific question, you can ask them directly on the product page as well. Cheers~Chase
cost!.
*Looks to be awesome carb nice riding..* ✊😁
That little 150 rips!
first! haha. where was the higher elevation riding spot at? I'm in UT as well and always looking for some fun single track.
Up Payson canyon!
Huge improvement on my 150xcw
Grantland Gamster did
you have any difficulty installing it?
Not at all. Check my video on it. Too k 30 min with simple tools. It is too good to be true. Absolutely amazing
Grantland Gamster I just watched it lol Thanks
Just got myself the 2018 150 xcw. Having major problems with jetting, bogging down all the time. When you put yours on, did you feel a difference with the low down power?
Absolutely
I put one on my ktm 150 sx now it runs like my new fuel injection ktm
My buddy just bought a 2018 husky 150.
On a cold start the bike will not start up on the push button.
It dose start with the kick start
Wow...OK...is it sooooo much power you are going off the trail (2 times) ???
Haha.
1:56 not even 2 minutes in and hes engine braking :_:
Your website only shows for KTM that sucks I would not own a KTM what about Husqvarna is what about Honda's what about all the other brands
Hi *Paul Laverty.* We looked into it. It ended up being a little more complex than we intended to inventory these carb kits and where they are all built to order and have a 7 day build time. I'm hoping in the near future we can work out the bugs and bring on all Japanese manufactures! :) Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us sir.
Buy from lectron direct
that looks like tarryall in colorado
Save your money!
everyone needs to learn how to jet a carb !!!!!! throw that lectron in the trash !!!!!!!'!!!!!!!!!