Fix Chinese 49cc Scooter that won't start

This video will show you how to test for fuel and spark in a 49cc scooter. This video will also show you how to replace a CDI box and get your scooter back up and running. This is the most common prob

[solitudeandsailing]

Bro. 8 year old video saved my 2019 scooter with only 458 miles on it… hard time starting. I changed spark plug, cleaned carb, changed fuel filter and fuel. New battery. I was about to give up and saw the video. Paid $8 for CDI box and she started up… wow. Thank you

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thank you for making this video. I went to a scooter repair shop and the assholes tried to make me pay 300$ for a gas tank that I didn't need. They said my gas tank was rusted. My scooter was doing the same thing yours is doing. I bought a CDI box and put it on just like you showed here and my scooter fired up. Thank you for saving me 300$ for a gas tank I didn't need and 300$ for labor. This video was very helpful to me. You are appreciated.

[charlesthompson]

this guy is great he speek's simple shows you easy steps to fix your problem.

[FKtdyvan]

Thank you for your video and explanation of the Chinese scooter startup problem with regard to the spark plug and CDI box. I like the way you offer that kind of a clear and simple explanation of an issue without complicating matters. I have seen many videos about the CDI box replacement, but this is the first time to see someone provide a clear photo where it is located, how its parts (hooks ups) looks like, and how it can be replaced without any complication. I wish that you could also explain for us how to replace the ignition coil and carburetor on a Chinese scooter as well as the other issues that cause problems for many of us such as how to set up the gas and fuel lines and eliminate many of the vacuum hoses that cause unnecessary leaks.

[tronixfix]

That was easy! Sometimes it can also be the stator/ pickup assambly or the ignition coil. Before changing them you should check all connections by unplugging and reconnecting them.

[aserlaadamas]

Thanks Kasey Young, I am having the same CDI box problem on my 150cc scooter. You will reap what you are sowing !knowledge here is repairing your on scooter.

[OliverBurley]

In 2023 this is helping me. Cheers big man ❤

[metaljeeper]

I have a 49cc Santini San Remo with a GY6 engine block, and by the look of things it's very similar to your block.
The carb and ignition coil look identical.
I took all the panels off, the seat, everything and for the life of me I couldn't find the damned sparkplug anywhere!!
Not one picture on the net was able to show the location of the thing. Thanks to your video I think I can find it now.
I know where the CDI is, and thank goodness that's easy to replace if I need to.
In the 80's I used to have all kinds of mopeds (Honda, Peugeot, Yamaha and Puch) and never had a problem with them.
But this silly little scooter is nothing but trouble!

[darkstaroblivion]

first vid i have seen that shows were that fuel adjustment is located, iam not familiar with Chinese bikes but this saved me a ton of work on a family members tao tao 50cc

[amberpennington]

Thank you! I was worried I would have to hire a mechanic. I am going to try this on my 150cc scooter, and if that doesn't work, THEN I'll spring for the mechanic... I will update you :).

[silvankroezen]

New sparkplug and new CDI, it works! Thank youuu

[VirberelloScooterTips]

Great work Kasey Young thank you for sharing this video with the Youtube community

[cmd]

Awesome video! Thanks for making a clear and to-the-point tutorial. I'll try this on my Zongshen.

[garyfeld-calverley]

If you find another scooter with a carb problem post it I want to see the whole process. Good video!

[jesseparris]

Almost a million views! Great video, thank you. My next door neighbor gave me a WangYe WY50QT-55 that will not run. Got a feeling this is the issue.

[lyndastarwriter]

You might mention your 5/8" socket for the plug = a spark plug socket. I was using a regular socket, to no avail, when it occurred to me....a week later, maybe I need a specialized socket. I did. It worked.

[MrBdb]

Hi, good vid. I got 4 of the Baotian version. All of the chinese engines are actually old honda replica engines. So the engine it selfe is good mechanichly. The other stuff is so and so tho. I fugured out that the Cdi`s are slmost open for moist. If you dry it out it will normally work again. So the trick is to keep it dry:-). Use a ballone or plastic bag. Also the wiring for the votage regulator is badly isolated. Normally located behind the front shield. Again thnx for good vid:-)

[edarmstrong]

Worked like a charm and saved myself lots of money. thank you so much for the video!

[taylorvancleave]

you had the best and knowledgeable video! no BS funny stuff, just great information. couldn't find where the spark plug was, now I know, so I can check. thanks so much for all your good, info.

[larryhullinger]

I like how you mount the camera so you can use both hands Make it much easier to see what your doing