TIMING

[POLKY]

I HAVE A STOCK BORE, FMF PIPES, 2IN1 CARB, AND EVERYONE SAYS TO CHANGE MY TIMING.

WHY???

[dajogejr]

Because you can get an adjustable timing plate that will allow a range of adjustment from +10 to -10 degrees timing,for 35 bucks plus shipping

 

a +4 setting results in a nice, noticeable bottom end increase in respone...and it's so cheap it's a no brainer...

[Shee-Male]

+4 - +5 is also safe for pump gas, depending on jetting and elevation

[BigE22188]

but what exactly does it do and where does it go .....?????????

[lastlegwarrior]

Adjusting your timing, in this case advancing it, usually +4 degrees, allows you to move your spark up an additional 4 degrees of crank rotation. Which in turn allows for a more complete burn of fuel before the piston reaches TDC (top dead center) during compression which provides you with more bang/power on your power/exhaust stroke. Advancing your timing increases bottom end, while retarding your timing will increase top end, but why increase the top end we all know the banshee has more than enough top , lets go ahead and help one of the banshee's weaknesses, bottom end. Also about your question where it goes? On the left side of your engine (assuming you are sitting on the bike), behind that big black plastic cover is your flywheel and behind that is your stator. Your stator is where the timing plate is placed, the stator will bolt on to the timing plate allowing you to rotate you stator in the direction desired (i believe in this case, to the right). The only tools you should need are a phillips head screwdriver and a flywheel puller. If you don't already have a flywheel puller, i'd reccomend getting one, it's a great investment for like ten bucks. I think thats right, but chime in if i missed something.

[Capone]

If you don't already have a flywheel puller, i'd reccomend getting one, it's a great investment for like ten bucks. I think thats right, but chime in if i missed something. 

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Actually, do not attempt without a fly wheel puller. Or you will bend things. They're like 10-15$ plus if you don't like where you set the timing plate, you can quickly change with a flywheel puller.

[dajogejr]

Actually, do not attempt without a fly wheel puller. Or you will bend things. They're like 10-15$ plus if you don't like where you set the timing plate, you can quickly change with a flywheel puller.

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Actually, with the RS stator plate, you don't need to remove the flywheel.

A 10mm open end wrench and the wooden end of a mallett will set the timing as you desire....

 

I'm pretty sure the pro-design you don't have to remove the flywheel either...

[bansheeryder21]

If I were to adjust my timing +4 is there anything else I'd need to do? Like jetting? How much of a difference in power will I notice too? Is it worth the $35? Also is it bad for the motor at all? Meaning will my top end/bottom end go out faster? The more info the better! Thanks!

[dajogejr]

You dont' need to adjust jetting for compression or timing...unless you go pretty high on either....

 

+4 won't require a jetting change...

 

You'll notice a little more all around. I'd get your flywheel lightened...or shaved at the same time.

 

These mods woke mine up!

 

[RNBRAD]

Yes increasing your timing will increase combustion pressures somewhat. It will in turn increase your horsepower throughout. Anytime you increase power you increase heat and wear. To me it is minimal and worth the benefit. Though I've yet to ever wear anything out before I replace it with something bigger and better.