rathi
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Post by rathi on Nov 16, 2012 0:03:52 GMT -5
why have a kill switch on the china 49cc scooters. Why not just turn the key off?
If there is no real reson is there a way to buypass it?
thanks
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Post by felliott on Nov 16, 2012 18:37:27 GMT -5
Needed to pass DOT rules and regulations.
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Post by Goosey on Nov 16, 2012 20:00:41 GMT -5
Example, scooter down, fuel leeking, back tire spinning, need to turn it off quickly, kill switch.
Example, throttle is stuck, or brakes fail, have to hold on to keep control, kill switch.
The DMV motorcycle course, they recommend using the kill switch at all times to turn off the scooter/motorcycle to make it an automatic habit, and to keep the electronics functional, so when you do need it, it's there.
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Post by jmkjr72 on Nov 16, 2012 21:44:05 GMT -5
like was said us law requres it and one day you will be glad it is there
its also very handy when you are trying to check your jetting and doing a plug chop
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Post by skuttadawg on Nov 18, 2012 0:08:28 GMT -5
I had the throttle return spring break and had to hit the kill switch . I have thought about relocating the key switch since twice I bumped it with my knee and shut off the engine while going down the road . A tractor and riding lawn mowers have a switch in the seat so it only runs if one is sitting on it . I had cruise control get stuck on in my Jeep and had to slam on brakes and run off road to avoid nailing a car . I only use the keyswitch to turn off my scooters as to not wear out the kill switch . Great tip on using the kill switch for WOT plug chops
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Post by lshigham on Nov 18, 2012 8:58:27 GMT -5
My £600 chinese scooter had one, my £2400 Italian one didn't. Work that one out!
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hit88
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Post by hit88 on Nov 18, 2012 9:28:23 GMT -5
and for when your down knocked out and the thing is screamen with gas pouring out like they said.. Somebody go's to help ya they are not looking for the key they can kill it with the switch..i would not ever bypass it...
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Post by Fox on Nov 18, 2012 14:00:26 GMT -5
For when a throttle cable gets stuck full open at 30-35 MPH causing you to panic.
For when you suddenly hear a horrible screeching or loud clunking sound emanating from the engine at 40 mph.
For when you are driving up to a place with a group of people outside and you wanna cut the engine off and coast up all quiet the last 50 feet to look cool.
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Post by shadowman on Nov 18, 2012 19:26:45 GMT -5
Plus, there wouldn't be those classic threads as to why people can't figure out why there scooter won't start...
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Post by scoottrash1990 on Nov 18, 2012 21:19:43 GMT -5
my scoot does not have a kill switch...
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Post by Fox on Nov 19, 2012 14:59:47 GMT -5
yeah some don't.
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Post by jmkjr72 on Nov 19, 2012 19:25:07 GMT -5
yeah if it doesnt have a kill switch hope you dont live in an area where they have inspections
unless its realy old you got one that shouldnt be in the us
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Post by moorso on Nov 28, 2012 20:51:29 GMT -5
Mine didnt have one. So I added one....simple enough.
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Post by scoottrash1990 on Nov 29, 2012 12:23:06 GMT -5
ya mine was ment to be sold in mexico....its in km and its a 90cc not 50cc like the ones sold in the us....win for me because the lady i got it from said it had 781 miles on it but its km...i dont have any type of inspection where i live so im in the clear...i never use them on any of my bikes so im not upset that its not there...
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