Spark plugs are one of the important components on a motorbike. Maybe some drivers don't know how to choose original and high-quality spark plugs so that motorbike engine performance is maximum. The spark plug itself has two functions, namely to burn the air or fuel mixture and release heat from the combustion chamber.
It must be remembered that spark plugs do not create heat , Spark plugs can only release heat . The spark plug works as a heat conductor by drawing unwanted heat energy away from the combustion chamber , and transfers heat to the engine cooling system. Therefore, it is important to choose quality spark plugs to maintain the quality of your motorbike. Here are some tips quoted by Otodiva.com from yamaha-motor.co.id. Come on, let's see!
1. Spark plug size
You need to pay attention when choosing the size of the spark plug, especially the thread diameter, thread length and insulator reach according to machine specifications. If not, it could result in the spark plug coming loose or overheating, because it is exposed to carbon deposits so that ignition is not perfect and can even damage the piston.
2. Pay attention to the spark plug heat figure
Maybe some people don't know this. Pay attention to the correct spark plug heat figure and in accordance with your vehicle's engine specifications, because if the heat value of the spark plug used is too large or the spark plug is too cold, it can cause carbon deposition on your spark plugs (carbon fouling).
And when the number used is too small or the spark plug is too hot, then the spark plug will overheat and cause ignition failure (misfire).
3. Pay attention to the authenticity of the spark plug
Here's how to find out the authenticity of spark plugs:
1. Pay attention to the spark plug production number code, if it doesn't exist it means it's fake.
2. Gasket (ring) Original spark plugs are very difficult to remove while fake spark plugs are easy to remove (loose).
3. The metal shell on the original spark plug is shinier due to the Cr3 plating process, while the fake spark plug is a bit dull in color and rusts easily..
4. The terminal nut threads on genuine spark plugs are smoother and neater than fake spark plugs.
5. Electrode tip construction, The gaps and connections on the original spark plugs are very neat, the fake spark plugs are not neat.
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