Honda Spree and Elite 50 Forums

I just had what sounded like the same problem - engine would start and idle but die with throttle. My bystarter was stuck open. I took it apart and turned the spring around to keep it closed and disconnected the power to it. Fixed! Runs like a top! Starts first kick everytime and edge up just fine....

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Tusk has a clutch holding tool that works great for holding clutches, drive pulleys, and lots of other stuff!! It's a handy tool!! Amazon has one for about $17. Also makes assembly torquing easier

#68 for stock spree jet 84 - 87 unless its am Iowa spree then its #65. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2 Hello I've heard a lot about #68 jet being stock for Sprees. Having worked on over a dozen Spree carbs, I've yet to find one with a #68 (non are Iowa models). Maybe Honda just sent #65,s to ...

#68 for stock spree jet 84 - 87 unless its am Iowa spree then its #65. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2 Hello I've heard a lot about #68 jet being stock for Sprees. Having worked on over a dozen Spree carbs, I've yet to find one with a #68 (non are Iowa models). Maybe Honda just sent #65,s to ...

Hello I just received a 1986 Spree carb from ebay and immediately started the rebuild process. Taking out the main jet, I noticed that it was a #65. This really didn't surprise me, because I have 9 other Spree carbs and all have #65 main jets (none of them are Iowa models). Now.....according to Hond...

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With spring getting closer, I've been getting Spree carbs ready. I have a few bystarters that I combined parts from to come up with usable units. When taking them apart, I forgot (feeling stupid) to note the air valve and needle measurements(cold). Anyone have those specs?
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Roger

It's getting hard to function in my garage due to the number of Sprees and Spree parts :) It's a sickness!! Carb issues seem to be the #1 problem of early hair loss!! I've used ZEP carb spray (best so far), Gunk gallon dip tank, and tried boiling. Anybody have any input on ultrasonic carb cleaners??...

I was wondering why there hasn't been any " Bear inputs" lately.....I look forward to your posts!!! No candy coating on them! Being an old fart myself, I know healing takes a little longer. Take care, get well, and have a great Christmas!!
Roger

I had the same starter problem with a 1984 Spree. The previous owner tried using a 1986 starter with the 1984 bendix. 1984/1985 starters have 10 splines on the starter and 65 teeth on the bendix. 1986/1987 starters have 11 splines on the starter and 63 teeth on the bendix. If you interchange them, t...

I tried going to a 7mm bolt on one of my Sprees. One problem is that the hex head on the bolt is too big to get a socket on. That's on the inside bolt.

Thanks for your reply! I have a Tusk crank puller and used it for the project. I used my shop press to remove the crank, and both times used the Tusk to install crank. The last time , I got it close, then tried bringing the cases together by alternating tightening the 5 case bolts. Same result both ...

I'm rebuilding a 1987 Spree engine and when I tighten the right and left hand crankcase halves together, the crank won't turn. I'm not even close to torque specs when it binds up. I made a gasket from gasket material that seems to be the same thickness as OEM. I've tried two different cranks....same...

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There is a difference between 86 and 87, but not as much as the 84/85s. Maybe I'm just asking too much for a 49cc motor to haul my petite 240 lb butt around.
Roger

Hello Somehow, in the past couple years 7 Sprees have found there way to my garage (it's a sickness)!! The posts on this site have been fantastic in helping me figure things out!! I've been on 4 stroke bikes for over 45 years and these 2 stroke things sometimes drive me nuts. Anyway.... Why is it th...