Motorcycle Spark Plugs Lifespan: How Often Should You Change?

When should I change my scooter spark plug?

Motorcycle Spark Plugs Lifespan: How Often Should You Change?

  1. A motorcycle spark plug usually have a lifespan of 10,000 miles (16,000 kilometres).
  2. Most spark plugs usually have a lifespan of 10,000 miles.
  3. Most motorcycle manufacturers recommend a periodic check of spark plugs every 4000 to 5000 miles.

What kind of spark plug does a 50cc scooter take?

The NGK C7HIX works great in either 50cc or 150cc scooters made by Geely, Verucci, Vento, Strada, Tank, Roketa, Lance, etc. They work just as well in all buggies and ATVs that are 4-stroke. Great improvment over stock spark plugs. A new material called iriduim is used at the tip of the center electrode.

What is the spark plug gap on a 49cc scooter?

028″ which is roughly 0.7mm. Be careful gapping iridium plugs. If you have to open the gap you need to use something that pulls the ground electrode rather than wedging something in to pry it apart or you can damage the iridium tip.

What causes spark plugs to go bad fast?

Carbon Buildup Causes of a carbon-fouled spark plug include a dirty air filter, excessive driving at low speeds, too rich of a fuel/air mixture, dirty fuel injectors or idling your vehicle for too long.

Can spark plugs be defective?

A fouled or bad spark plug is a plug that has become covered with a substance like oil, fuel or carbon or one that is blistered from running too hot. Driving with fouled or bad spark plugs can cause a host of problems for your engine. Symptoms of bad spark plugs can include: Reduced gas mileage.

How do I know if my motorcycle spark plugs are bad?

Signs Your Motorcycle Spark Plugs Have Gone Bad

  1. Misfiring Issues. One of the common signs of bad spark plugs is a misfiring engine.
  2. Backfiring Issues.
  3. Flooded Engine.
  4. Strong Smelling Gas or Gas Spraying Out of the Exhaust.
  5. Check the Condition of Your Spark Plugs.
  6. Replace Your Spark Plugs.