Jereme6655 Posted May 3, 2013 Report Posted May 3, 2013 where did you find this so called "mechanic?" Im betting either he didn't hold the throttle wide open for the test or I get he only kicked it over about 3 times........these are reed valve 2 stroke motors.....to do a compression test on them requires kicking the motor over until the needle quits climbing.....which is usually about 15-20 kicks. This guy doesn't sound like a banshee specific atv mechanic.......is he even an atv mechanic? Quote
Newoldschool Posted May 3, 2013 Author Report Posted May 3, 2013 Yes, he actually has an atv/bike shop. I know him personally, but I'm baffled by this 60 psi thing. I've ridden the bike. It's strange Quote
Starwriter Posted May 3, 2013 Report Posted May 3, 2013 I would also find it strange that both cylinders would be exactly 60 PSI. Typically, a tired motor will be something like 100 on one side and 90 or something on the other. Like I mentioned, go to Sears, buy a compression gauge and check it yourself. This is not the only time you will have a need for a compression gauge. Quote
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