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**Ray13** · 09-14-2010, 01:00 PM

Originally posted by UAV View Post

What would be cost of front DISC brake for Yezdi Classic 250? Also what size would be appropriate for Yezdi's power and size/weight?

Never heard of mating just the disc to the Yezdi forks. You'd be better off changing the entire front fork setup (something I would die before doing even though I'm having trouble with my forks - there's a charm about the original that can't be replicated).

If you do that, then the best match is the front fork setup of the old FURY. Considering that bike is more extinct than most others, it would be pretty hard to find. In which case your next best bet is the RD350. Nowadays (as many of the RD-fanatics here will attest) those parts are becoming hard to find as well. The forks you do find will have to be inspected very closely for bends and defects as most of them have been well abused before being discarded.

Let us know how it goes.

Cheers

Rahul

**Ray13** · 09-14-2010, 01:08 PM

@UAV

Wow, sorry, did I just say that??

I TAKE IT ALL BACK!!

While fork problems are standard with the Roadking and many opt to switch, they are few and far between on the Classic. I was thinking about the Roadking when I wrote that. I've actually NEVER seen a Classic with swopped forks.

Don't ever change those forks man!! They're lovely. The ride is really something.

Don't add a disc either. I don't know the year of manufacture on your bike but it HAS to be before 1990 I'm thinking. Which makes it a 'classic' (pun intended) bike. Adding a disc will require all sorts of welding and suchlike, completely destroying the originality of the bike.

Seriously, please don't. Someday if you want to bring it back to stock (or sell it for that matter) you'll kick yourself for it.

If you want more braking power then either take out the brake pads and sand them down or find softer-compound brake pads to replace them with.

Cheers

Rahul

**Sandeep_K_Ram** · 09-14-2010, 01:14 PM

Classic/Roadking the mod is simple. 5K. RD forks - rampant mod job in blore. But not required and I agree that the old front suspension has a charm about

**Sandeep_K_Ram** · 09-26-2010, 09:32 PM

Must-read article on Ideal-Jawa and the legend of the Co.

The Melting Pot: Re-living the Legend ....

I got an article from M.Pradeep - my good friend from mysore who had preserved this clip immaculately. I have put up the copy on my blog - its a great read.

PS : All copyrights to Star of Mysore newspaper.

**rkboy** · 10-11-2010, 09:46 PM

Hi.I had a small query.How often do you replace the speedo worm?like after how many kms?

**srinikasyap** · 10-18-2010, 06:06 PM

**karworld2000** · 11-15-2010, 04:10 PM

Hi Guys i own an apache RTR Fi but my Dad owns a Yezdi thought of sharing the pics of the forever bike

. While taking the pic should have removed the seat cover of the yezdi though

kept it as it rains heavily in coorg.

**RX88** · 11-15-2010, 09:49 PM

the best thing i like of the Yezdi is the strokes if i am not wrong a perfect tuned Yezdi fires the second stroke even after 1second

**UAV** · 11-25-2010, 05:36 PM

how do you know if it is rebored or not and which one?

Hello! how do you know if a Yezdi Cl 2 is rebored or not and which one - first or second or third? Also what is diff between JIKOV & PACCO carb on Yezdi Cl2 - I was told Jikov is Czech make and has larger cylinder size than PACCO, however PACCO gets you more mileage...Also has anyone put indicators to Yezdi cl 2 without batteries ( using a 2400 microFarad capacitor or so??) I was told it is not possible, however i read on net that for some 100 cc bikes including RX it is possible

**Ray13** · 11-25-2010, 06:32 PM

Originally posted by UAV View Post

Hello! how do you know if a Yezdi Cl 2 is rebored or not and which one - first or second or third? Also what is diff between JIKOV & PACCO carb on Yezdi Cl2 - I was told Jikov is Czech make and has larger cylinder size than PACCO, however PACCO gets you more mileage...Also has anyone put indicators to Yezdi cl 2 without batteries ( using a 2400 microFarad capacitor or so??) I was told it is not possible, however i read on net that for some 100 cc bikes including RX it is possible

Answering each point

Reboring: Only way to tell is to open the engine and look at the piston size .5 (re-bored once), 1.0 (second re-bore), 1.5 (third and last oversize). Any mechanic who tells you that the bike needs to be re-bored simply by listening to it is full of BS. Don't trust him. He's just trying to make some money for himself.
Yes, the Jikov is Czech and was the original carb to feature on the Jawa and early Yezdis. The Pacco is a Punjab make and featured on all the later Yezdis. Some people have claimed that the Jikov, while giving more power, guzzles more gas and gets flooded when on the side-stand. Thats utter nonsence, except for the power part. The power increase is noticeable I'm told (never checked it on the same bike myself so can't say for certain). The greater mileage came in later Roadkings due to the CDI instead of points. The fact that they had a Pacco was merely co-incidental. I have a good Pacco in my Roadking but my Uncle's old Jikov in his Jawa gives him far better mileage than I get. Most issues with the Jikov arise because ignorant mechanics fiddle with the carb and poke it and prod it and bend it with screwdrivers, damaging the carb jets and suchlike. Today a Jikov commands a huge price (just check Sandeep's classifieds ad ) and is coveted by any Jawa/Yezdi enthusiast. The Pacco is not a bad carb and is pretty hassle-free.
Never seen a Yezdi with working indicators without a battery. Thought it wasn't possible. Perhaps through jugaad but I doubt it would last.

Cheers

Rahul

**Sandeep_K_Ram** · 11-25-2010, 08:40 PM

Oh and the carb is sold now

**srinikasyap** · 11-26-2010, 11:29 AM

@ sandeep See you at the southern Raid

**Sandeep_K_Ram** · 11-26-2010, 11:31 PM

@srini : Yes mate - looking forward to Friday !!

Its been a while since I have been on any long ride, let alone on the ZDI...

**gsferrari** · 11-27-2010, 01:26 AM

Originally posted by Sandeep_K_Ram View Post

Sandeep - what green is that? Looks similar to the LB500 bullet green. I love the color and it suits that bike's curves nicely.

Guys my knees are shaking...going to open up the Yezdi tomorrow to try and start it up for the first time. The kick is jammed a bit so just checking block-piston clearances first before getting into the bottom-end.

Are replacement cables available for the Yezdi or are there any other bike cables that can be substituted?

Which switchgear is recommended for the Yezdi?

Thanks!

**rkboy** · 11-27-2010, 03:50 AM

Originally posted by Ray13 View Post

Yes, the Jikov is Czech and was the original carb to feature on the Jawa and early Yezdis. The Pacco is a Punjab make and featured on all the later Yezdis. Some people have claimed that the Jikov, while giving more power, guzzles more gas and gets flooded when on the side-stand. Thats utter nonsence, except for the power part. The power increase is noticeable I'm told (never checked it on the same bike myself so can't say for certain). The greater mileage came in later Roadkings due to the CDI instead of points. The fact that they had a Pacco was merely co-incidental. I have a good Pacco in my Roadking but my Uncle's old Jikov in his Jawa gives him far better mileage than I get. Most issues with the Jikov arise because ignorant mechanics fiddle with the carb and poke it and prod it and bend it with screwdrivers, damaging the carb jets and suchlike. Today a Jikov commands a huge price (just check Sandeep's classifieds ad

) and is coveted by any Jawa/Yezdi enthusiast. The Pacco is not a bad carb and is pretty hassle-free.

Hi
The slide in my Jikov has started to get worn out.Is replacement the only option or should i change the throttle cable and check?

Thanks in advance

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