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Old 08-16-2008, 02:07 PM
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Default Re: Is GEBE Tanaka 2-Stroke Kit the Best

Tanaka 32cc two stroke produces 1.6hp stock. That would give me 30mph flat out. With a pipe fitted up I get 34mph flat out.

Tanaka 40cc two stroke is 2.2hp stock. With the standard gear the engine isnt much faster but its alot stronger.

As long as the belt alignment is good and the sheave alignment is good then the machine should make 1000 miles to a belt. Mine at the moment has managed about 700-750 miles and hasnt failed yet.

Two strokes are the simplest of the IC engines and as such if looked after at the right oil mixes and such are perfectly reliable - even the stupidly tuned motors can last a long time

Yes, GEBE are on the expensive side - but then so are rolls royce or maserati. As of this time I would say that GEBE are probably the best of the kit makers.. course thats just my opinion.

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