[Technical] Possible Solutions to your Phantom's Problem

[VidaK]

guys!! help! big issue.. the tuning screw at my carb is missing! so i guess its super duper lean now... rode back slowly wif my throttle on all the way to my mscp... jux wanna ask if i can find a screw around my home that can fit the thread, will it work? or isit sum special screw wif sum special shape for its purpose?

 

that screw affects mainly idling, so while it is still missing, try to open your throttle a little when you have stopped moving, so that your idling fuel air ratio would be less lean.

 

spare parts shops along rowell road should have the screw, but I think they are only open from monday to friday

 

[naim]

guys nd help on my carb mixture screw... any exact place i can get the screw.. once i get it, will drop by planet to have a check on my carb then..

[VidaK]

guys nd help on my carb mixture screw... any exact place i can get the screw.. once i get it, will drop by planet to have a check on my carb then..

 

that screw affects mainly idling, so while it is still missing, try to open your throttle a little when you have stopped moving, so that your idling fuel air ratio would be less lean.

 

spare parts shops along rowell road should have the screw, but I think they are only open from monday to friday

 

 

didn't I just mention the exact place to get them... at rowell road there are 4 bike parts shops (fjt, weda, united, auto machinery), and it is very likely that the screw would be available there

[naim]

hey.. thanks btw.. i was just afraid of stalling going so far away n end up the shops not open... so i jux tried my luck and rode slowly to the workshop at CCK Ave 1.. thankfully the uncle had an old TA200 carb and he salvaged the screw.. now everything's fine.. thanks vidak and ezzyoiler! at least nw i knw wat other places i can get OEM parts..

[CJP]

Fuel is leaking from the side of the chrome thing on top of fuel tank when i dropped my bike(phantom ta200) today. (Floor slippery)

 

Tank punctured or what possible problem can it be and what can i do?

[BlackDawn]

It probably leaked through the breather hole, nothing to worry about

[kmjoe]

the breather hole for ta200 is not at the cap area bah, its at the right side under the tank... only ta 150 tank(the cap) has breather hole... do correct me if i'm wrg, coz i have both tanks tts wad i observed =)

[CJP]

I'm not too sure about that. But for sure it leaked from the side of the fuel cap. Seems like under the chrome cover on the fuel tank. My eyes can't possibly play trick on me. LOL

[BlackDawn]

There has to be a breather hole at the top of the tank near the cap, otherwise petrol will not flow out into the carb (i.e. air has to replace the petrol)

[kmjoe]

u sure its petrol? not water? do rem to wipe off the liquid on sight, if u r having stock paint job it's not a big issue, but if it isn't, its gona be ruined by the petrol... mayb u had too much petrol?

[CJP]

Petrol vaporise so easily, so actually its vapor can replace the air to maintain pressure in tank. But not sure about the breather hole. =X

 

Yeah I'm sure its petrol, and yeah i wipe it off the moment i saw it.

[Shunpo]

Hey fellow pkers. I got some questions regarding battery.

 

Due to work commitment and location woes, I've not been riding my bike for like 2week plus .. always been in the carpark.

Just now when I pop by to take a look, I realised I can't start my bike.

 

So does the battery autocharge itself when we ride ? Or when it dies, means we got to replace it ?

 

Later at night, I might try to push start and see how it goes =(

[Icomeforyou]

Hey fellow pkers. I got some questions regarding battery.

 

Due to work commitment and location woes, I've not been riding my bike for like 2week plus .. always been in the carpark.

Just now when I pop by to take a look, I realised I can't start my bike.

 

So does the battery autocharge itself when we ride ? Or when it dies, means we got to replace it ?

 

Later at night, I might try to push start and see how it goes =(

 

2 weeks its a long time... however push start might be able to get it back and started up, the battery depletes over time due to not being charged. However, i don't think that you would need to buy a new one. Just try push start, the battery should be fine, just depleted.

 

You do know how to push start right? Gear 3/4, push fast, and then release clutch to have the bike sputter... Might have to try a few times though =)

 

All the best

[Maka]

bros, my fuel consumption before overhaul was 35km/l

recently go overhaul, den run in for 1.5k

now around my 3k km liao.. my consumption is 30km/l

last week top petrol, drop to 28km/l

things i tried to do: use chesel fully syn eo

lube chain every 500km

any idea why?

[jtzx]

cub need to re-tune if i'm not wrong.

[tanglewire]

this is a good thread

[kmjoe]

i dont see any problem with this thread title =.=" its only the matter whether u r lazy or not to click on it and search for solutions 1st, ask in relevant threads rather than straight away post new thread

[Silent Hunter]

Phantom TA200/TA150 List of Problems and Solution

 

Problem 1: Exhaust emitting white smoke.

Reason: Engine oil is leaking into your chamber.

Solution: Pistol rings needs to be changed. Go to a bike workshop.

 

Reason: Your bike has a 2 stroke engine(ta150).

Solution: Its normal.

 

 

Problem 2: Engine stalls in heavy rain and unable / weak to start.

Reason: Spark plug could be getting wet by the rain causing it not not function

Solution: Remove, dry the spark plug and put it back properly. Go get the plug cap replaced.

 

Reason: Air fuel mixture may be too rich or lean.

Solution: Tune your carb to a leaner setting (turn screw anti-clockwise by 1/4).

 

Reason: Air leakages.

Solution: Change some of the rubber parts in tank.

 

Reason: Air filter clogged.

Solution : Get your air filter changed.

 

 

 

Problem 3: Flat / Punctured Tyres

Solution: Try to inflate tyre with portable pump / bicycle pump then go bike or tyre shop. DO NOT ride on flat tyres as they may damage your tyre or wheel.

 

Solution: Use tyre repair kit, plug and pump = good to go. Kit can be bought at LAB.

 

 

Problem 4: Cannot / Hard to start bike

Reason: Battery may be weak (confirmed by a tick sound from the right side cover under the seat).

Solution: Push Start(Clutch in after running with bike, release, give a quick throttle and clutch in) and go get battery replaced or ride to charge(if still can be charged).

 

Reason: Fuse may be blown.

Solution: Check Fuse. Fuse is located on right side of bike. Remove chrome cover under the seat and see. Look out for the centre of the fuse if its broken then FUSED lor. Change new one.

 

Reason: Bike is in gear, kill switch is on, no petrol.

Solution: Obvious.

 

Reason: Rectifier issue (despite new battery, bike soon becomes hard to start again)

Solution: Get mechanic to check with a voltage meter. Ah chong has one.

 

Reason: Petrol topped up too full - Don't laugh.

Solution: The petrol tank is not meant to be filled to the brim. Leave some space for air.

 

Reason: Water in petrol

Solution: Check that fuel cap is secure and no leaks

 

++ Reason: If everything is working fine CDI might be spoilt

Solution: Tow to shop and change..2nd hand one will cause app $100 1st hand $200+

Others:

- Check ignition coil for sparks.

- Check magneto coil.

 

 

Problem 5: Cant go more den 80 km/h

Reason: You are not in the 6th gear

Solution: Down 1 time 1st gear. up 5 times to sixth gear

 

Reason: If confirm no 6th gear, gear box may be in bad shape

Solution: Go to a reputable workshop for a checkup, may need to over haul.

 

Reason: Insufficient Engine Oil (Very bad)

Solution: Check with dipstick as according to manual. Buy Engine Oil from petrol kiosk and top up.

 

Reason: Clutch may have been worn off (Engine reving very high but no power to go any faster)

Solution: Bike shop chance clutch.

 

Reason: Air fuel mixture too rich (Crazy vibrations at higher revs making it too uncomfortable)

Solution: Tune air fuel mixture leaner (Turn screw anti-clockwise 1/2 - 1 round)

 

Reason: Sprocket may be worn off

Solution: Change sprocket and chain.

 

 

Problem 6: Weird sound on my bike

Reason: Might be battery low. (Ticking sound on right side when start button depressed)

Solution: Push start, change battery

 

Reason: If sound is on gearbox side, chain may be too slack

Solution: Check your chain tension 1st. Should have about 2 to 3cm slack, tested at the center of the bottom span of the chain. Anything more, get it tightened. Also, lubricate your chain.

 

 

Problem 7: - Exhaust Header got holes. Can repair?

Reason: Got one specific hole which is ok.

Solution: If unsure, post some pictures.

 

 

Problem 8: - Engine oil Dip stick broken (Broken part might be in engine)

Solution:

- Send to bikeshop.

- New dipstick costs around $11.

 

 

Problem 9: I have tried everything but to no avail. Any tow numbers please?

Solution:

- 67474740 Tiko cheong.

- 64560018 Wing Yap.

- 97384501 => Hello, you the tua chia one?

 

 

Problem 10: Engine Part Leaking Oil

Reason: Gasket Spoilt.

Solution: Bike shop, get it replaced

 

Reason: Cam chain tensioner spoilt.

Solution: Bike shop, get it replaced

 

 

Problem 11: When riding, bike lean to one side. Let go of handlebar, steering was shaky and wobbling

Reason: Might be steering cone problem.

Solution: Go bike shop to get it fixed. May also need re-alignment.

 

Reason: Wheel bearings spoilt.

Solution: Bike shop, get it changed.

 

Reason: Wheel alignment might have problem.

Solution: Bike shop, get it fixed.

 

 

Problem 12: Speedo is not working

Reason: The cable, or the gear at the end of the cable is spoilt or loose.

Solution: If loose, plug it back or tighten. Else needs replacement, go bike shop.

 

Reason: Speedo spoilt.

Solution: Bike shop.

 

 

Problem 13: My exhaust gives have a loud bang regularly. (Backfire)

Reason: Air fuel mixture too rich or too lean.

Solution: Retune the carb. (check problem 24)

 

 

Problem 14: I lost my bike Key!!! What to do??

Solution: Go find the key smith.

 

Solution: If want to change ignition, look for Ah Chong (Planet) or scrapyard.

 

 

Problem 15: Bike pickup super slow. Even slower than small cc cars.

Reason: Clutch is worn

Solution: Change your clutch plates.

 

Problem 16: Damaged Exhaust: Header got hole / Muffler loose or dropping.

Solution: Header got hole can weld it up.

Solution: Muffler dropping can cut open the pipe and take it out but pipe will sound louder.

Solution: Alternatively can change the whole system, pipe + header, about 300+-.

 

Problem 17: Hard to kick the gears

Reason: Clutch is worn

Solution: Change or top up EO.

Solution: Change clutch plate.

 

Problem 18: When cold start, bike got "tick tick" sound

Reason: cam chain tensioner spoilt.

Solution: Change the cam chain tensioner.

Solution: If its rattling sound instead of "tick tick" sound, bring bike to mechanic.

 

Problem 19: Bike wobble for no apparent reason.

Reason: Might have problem with wheel bearings or tyre pressure.

Solution: Check that the tyre pressure is correct.

Solution: If tyre pressure is correct, most probably is the bearing spoilt.

Solution:Change new bearings.

 

Problem 20: In Vehicle Unit (IU) Spoilt.

Reason: There is a whole lot of reason, old, water seep in, etc etc.

Solution: But a second hand IU but need to transfer name.

Solution: Buy a new IU at $155.80 w GST.

Solution: Don't go into carparks or go through ERP.

 

Problem 21: Weak Battery.

Reason: Battery old. Cannot charge or hold properly. etc etc

Solution: Recharge the battery (Wet), Dry ones cannot be recharged?.

Solution: Most people change batteries instead of recharging.

Solution: If leaving bike alone for a long time, disconnect the battery to prevent further unnecessary drainage.

 

Problem 22: Need to step real hard for brake lights to light up.

Reason: There is a knob for adjustment, it might be loose

Solution: There is a black screw lookalike plastic knob( near the spring) located somewhere near the rear brake pedal. u can play around with the knob by turning to adjust the sensitivity of your rear brake when you apply brake.

 

Problem 23: IU Spoilt.

Reason: No reason in particular. If its spoilt, its spoilt.

Solution: Inspect at Vicom. Replace a new one if under warranty. If not, have to buy a new one at about $155 (Slim).

 

Problem 24: Backfire tooooo frequent. Like 3-5 times a day. Or when u stop normally, not even sudden brake.

Reason: Gasket at exhaust head leaking air. Or #2, Exhaust has holes

Solution: Replace gasket. Or #2, send it to Planet Motor (ahchong) to weld the holes, or get a second-hand exhaust or get one cheaper exhaust at LAB (must make order)

 

25: After turning off my engine there is a tick tick tick sound some where.

Reason: Exhast pipe is cooling down. Hot it expands so cold it turns back.

Solution: Do DIY exhaust wrap. Reduced backpressure = faster heat evacuation, leading to high speed silent running and silent cooldown after engine off. (Kalyan)

 

Problem 26: Cannot find neutral gear!

Solution: Gear oil not suitable, change different grade of gear oil (see gearoil thread for details)

Solution: Gear box dying.

Solution: Engine is overheated. (Running too lean/ Not enough engine oil.)

Solution: Clutch freeplay not enough

In my case, it's super lean! Checked my spark plug tip and saw that it's white, very very clean, like new, even though the outside screw thread part is is abit rusty from the rain. Clutch freeplay also not enough.

Edited October 8, 2010 by Silent Hunter

[jB]

Phantom TA200/TA150 List of Problems and Solution

In my case, it's super lean! Checked my spark plug tip and saw that it's white, very very clean, like new, even though the outside screw thread part is is abit rusty from the rain. Clutch freeplay also not enough.

haha am I supposed to repost with your photo?

 

i dont see any problem with this thread title =.=" its only the matter whether u r lazy or not to click on it and search for solutions 1st, ask in relevant threads rather than straight away post new thread

 

chill dude ;]

[derickng]

Need advice here...

 

I went at 130kmh on expressway and arrived at a traffic junction. Realised I was travelling in Gear 5 not 6. Aftera while the engine just died. Kickstart can start, but once throttle and clutch released, up gear 2, engine gradually dies, even at full throttle.

 

Brought to bike shop and had to leave for work. Over the phone, checked valve no prob. Says exhaust got prob. So changed exhaust. Cost $80/- Bike moved, but after a while travelling on expressway cannot get into gear 1 at traffic junction...What could be the prob? Do you think the clutch plates went haywire or gasket had problems?

 

My TA150 is 9.5yrs old, engine overhauled 2yrs back, changed chain, sprocket, fork, tires recently cos planned to renew COE...

[VidaK]

Need advice here...

 

I went at 130kmh on expressway and arrived at a traffic junction. Realised I was travelling in Gear 5 not 6. Aftera while the engine just died. Kickstart can start, but once throttle and clutch released, up gear 2, engine gradually dies, even at full throttle.

 

Brought to bike shop and had to leave for work. Over the phone, checked valve no prob. Says exhaust got prob. So changed exhaust. Cost $80/- Bike moved, but after a while travelling on expressway cannot get into gear 1 at traffic junction...What could be the prob? Do you think the clutch plates went haywire or gasket had problems?

 

My TA150 is 9.5yrs old, engine overhauled 2yrs back, changed chain, sprocket, fork, tires recently cos planned to renew COE...

 

if the engine dies off, its either air intake problem, fuel intake problem or spark problem... nothing else. changing exhaust pipe is probably unnecessary unless someone pour cement inside...

 

check your air filter... when did you last wash and re-oil it?

 

check your fuel line and carburetor...

 

check your spark plug. does it look damaged? or black and wet?

 

hopefully the problem is a minor one... if things like cdi getting fried that would be serious...

 

and maybe you can let ah chong of planet motorcycles to have a look... he should be able to diagnosis the problem with a test ride...

 

[wahwah90]

i recently just change my rear brake pad at planet..then when i was at the car park trying to reverse, i can hear rumbering sound like something rubbing it occasionaly from the rear brake caliper..is it normal???

[Silent Hunter]

Maybe can try to open more freeplay to the brake first, see if the sound still there before going to Planet?

Can save yourself a trip if you DIY loosen a screw, Plus it's freeeeeee!

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

i recently just change my rear brake pad at planet..then when i was at the car park trying to reverse, i can hear rumbering sound like something rubbing it occasionaly from the rear brake caliper..is it normal???

 

You might try 'running in' the brakes by dragging it at a low gear. The sound should go away if it's a brake pad related issue, if not, bring 'er back in because something's grinding on the disc.

[wahwah90]

You might try 'running in' the brakes by dragging it at a low gear. The sound should go away if it's a brake pad related issue' date=' if not, bring 'er back in because something's grinding on the disc.[/quote']

 

okay will try