• Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Sweden - About 1988 and older

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Mikuni 36mm conversion on a 74 250 CR Mag

Panerai

Panerai

Husqvarna
AA Class
Hello all, recently picked up this 250 CR Mag. I'm in the process of going thru it to get it running (it has been sitting for 15+ years). I want to put a Mikuni carb on it. My question is, will the same throttle cable work that the Bing uses or do I need a different one.. My inquiries so far from other sources have been mixed. Thanks in advance.

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The required length of cable from the Bing cable-slack adjuster to the slide cable-slot is about 10mm longer than the Mikuni VM38. I don't have a VM36 to compare, if you're intending to use a 36, but the 38 is only 2mm taller overall which probably doesn't affect the slide to cap distance. You may be able to take up the 10mm of slack with the cable adjuster on the carb and the twist throttle. If funds are tight, I've had excellent results shortening the cable. Requires a propane torch, solder, flux, a 1/2" pipe cap as a solder reservoir, and a new ferrule.
 
Between the 36mm Bing and a 36mm Mikuni - measured an 8mm (inner) cable difference. Notice the height difference between the two carbs.

It looks from your picture that the bike has the original Magura 307 'Trap-Door' throttle (is that right?) - if so there is no adjustment at the throttle.

The original adjuster on top of the Mikuni carb only allows for about 5mm adjustment. There are longer aftermarket adjusters available (pic attached) - though not ever having used one, not sure how much extra long it is.

I realize everyone has their preferences, and I will respect that - why do you want to go with a Mikuni? As you can see I have both and have used Amal, Keihin, Delorto and others carbs and am always open to learning peoples experiences with different carbs.

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