2007 vs. 2008 NE5 - I tried one out today

[MoonKS]

I saw two 2008 Whizzers today at a dealer - one black one red. I noticed a few different things - there is this extra piece between the motor and the carb - what does this extended piece do?

And the fuel lines between tank/filter/carb had a spring wound sleeve - is this new for 2008?

And I took the unmodified 2008 NE5 out for a spin - and it outperformed my new 2007 Whizzer - it hit 40 MPH (restrictor plate never modified - brand new) and it took off great from a standing stop.

On the other hand, mine is like a lame dog from 0-20 MPH and it takes forver to get to 20....it was depressing.

 

[bill green]

Hi matthew you need to talk to Quenton as he is Whizzers R&D test man .Bill Hi again If you havent advanced your cam one tooth counter clockwise this may be the difference.the new motor 2008 I just got already had the cam advanced.hope this helps.... Bill

 

[MotorbikeMike]

New Whizzer

HI Moon, was that 08 a 24 or 26 inch bike?

Mike

 

[MoonKS]

It was an 08 24"er.

On another note, I am posting a question or two with photos in the 26mm carb thread I started. I put the 26mm on tonight and I need help

 

[peter nap]

Moon, Mine is an 07 and my wife's is an 08.

I noticed the same things. If I had modified mine, which I wouldn't do, hers would stay right with it.

It also had the same assembly problems as mine...Fenders rubbing, wires unhooked, loose screws, etc.

 

[Quenton Guenther]

Hi Moon, The "piece" is an extended aluminum manifold and keeps the carburetor cooler. The manifold is actually too long for performance [works better cut in half]. A 24" Whizzer is much faster than most 26" versions. The ratio is lower and will take off quicker, and usually reach a higher top end. The springs on the fuel lines are to keep them away from the heat, and most [99%] have them.
If your bike is slow [lame dog]we need to talk [PM].
Have fun,
Quenton