excellent job! it’s great how the volume of the bike is very low but still audible while your voice is very clear and at the a great volume. this tech aspect combined with the very clear explanation on how to use the colortune really makes an enjoyable and useful video. thanks guys!
Thanks guys iv had a 2 smoke rebuild done found these on ebay wasn't sure if it's worth the money but you showed me they are. I have varying carbs to try on my bike and quick colortune on all means I can tell easially which carb is better for me performance wise before nipping with the quickest carb to the dyno. Thanks again
This is sort of tuning your carb the easy way by following the color guide that comes with the kit, very ingenious and seems fairly simple, but sometimes things like this tend to give me a hard time, even though I think I'm following the instructions to the tee
Please help me, i have two motorcycle. The first has 10mm spark plug and the other has 12mm spark plug. What colortune can i use and what adaptor. Thanks a lot. Greetings from Greece.
I love the way British people pronounce "garage". It almost sounds like they started saying "cabbage"... On topic, I bought a ColorTune because the idea sounded really good but using it on motorcycles with deep plug wells.....not easy. Also seeing the flame/combustion is not that clear.
I have an old Color tune model 500, 14 mm. I'm wanted to buy another and it looks to me like the G 4074 would be correct for my 63 Jag XKE 3.8 litre. Question. Does the model 500 and the G 4074 have the electrode at the same depth? In other words what is the difference between the two? If I buy the G 4074 will both give the same reading?
I'm wondering if there is any difference in color tuning between these two setups: 14mm colortune+12mm adapter VS 12mm colortune. In the first case there is a change in a compression ratio and the spark is like 2-3cm further then factory one, sounds like a big difference but don't know. Anyone did test that, appreciate the response.
alright i've tested it and colortune with an adapter seems to be working perfectly fine, like there is no difference for the engine if the spark is firing further then stock.
Does this really work good? It's not really the same reving the bike with no load as riding the bike or is it? Some people also say colortune doesn't work with CV carbs while others say they do.
they clearly said at the start of the video that this was just a rough tune to get you rolling before you got the bike dynod and colortune manages that perfectly
SHANE DICOCHEA sent you have to mix oil with your gas probably not as accurate. You must use the exact same oil and amount.... And tuned to that brand and mixture. ??? A little extra oil in the fuel is a bad bad ideal.... I use MC1. From Honda... 5 gallon premix...... Added to 5 gallons and 1 quart of 93 octane gas.... Thoroughly clean your exhaust flapper... It will be packed in carbon and not open properly.... Install new rings wrist pin. Roller bearing. And C.. clips. Before tuning....
fascinating! - never seen this device before. i have an XS650, 83, with pod filters, new plugs, cables, spark plug caps and new hotter coil. I have to use starting fluid to get idle and if i turn the accelerator just a bit it dies. any thoughts?? tx
yes I will buys this color tune, strange how an old invention is still not common knowledge,what about the obvious mis firing, surely mis fires wear the engine, try replacing the points and condenser with an Accuspark system,
Anyone who knows what is the point with the 14mm long reach adapter? My first thoght was to use it plug holes with long tread, but hat dont make sence, the spark will be even longer from the combustion chamber, and there is no reason to lower the compression even more.
excellent job! it’s great how the volume of the bike is very low but still audible while your voice is very clear and at the a great volume. this tech aspect combined with the very clear explanation on how to use the colortune really makes an enjoyable and useful video. thanks guys!
Had no clue such a thing existed. Always heard about the plug chop method but it is quite tricky for a novice such as myself. Good vid!
@Albert Cain wow thanks cant wait to hack my friends.......
Thanks guys iv had a 2 smoke rebuild done found these on ebay wasn't sure if it's worth the money but you showed me they are. I have varying carbs to try on my bike and quick colortune on all means I can tell easially which carb is better for me performance wise before nipping with the quickest carb to the dyno. Thanks again
Thanks for posting! Gonna get one of these for my 68' Commando :)
This is sort of tuning your carb the easy way by following the color guide that comes with the kit, very ingenious and seems fairly simple, but sometimes things like this tend to give me a hard time, even though I think I'm following the instructions to the tee
Thanks guys, great explanation of this tool. looking forward to more vids!...Cheers!
one of my favorite tools. It really helped me get my old Guzzi sorted.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT TORQUE the color tune like the stock plug. Only hand tight.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT TORQUE the spark plugs anyway!
Learned something new .great job explaining thank you sir
Brilliant video this. Really clear and well explained. Awesome guys cheers.
LOL What a result, I too have a XS650 Chop and funny was looking how to use a colour tune!
Love it! more please!!
Great vid very helpful, the Gibson color tune should work on small engines as well.
thanks
Great tutorial.
Cheers m8s
Another brilliant vlog here guys - every day is a school day for me! Noted on the doughnuts! ;-)
+Claire Elsdon Nice one Claire! We'll have to get you to do the next how to video! whadayasay?
ah cool, thats a very easy YES, go on then! :-D wonder how many doughnuts you can fit in a Tiger's topbox...?
Nice! Do you tryied colortune a 1200 bandit maybe? Thanks
Great video thanks guys!
Thank you very much, very good !
Top tip use it at night I got my Harley shovelhead spot on with this
Thank you
Please help me, i have two motorcycle. The first has 10mm spark plug and the other has 12mm spark plug. What colortune can i use and what adaptor. Thanks a lot. Greetings from Greece.
Would you recommend the colour tune as a regular toolbox item? Or more of a gimmick?
worth every penny. I got 2- one for each side
hi guys...I have an old 2 stroke Bantam...any idea if Colortune is suitable for use with a 2 stroke.
nickjaxe I don’t see why not. I have only used these on 4cycle engines but it should work just fine on a 2 cycle
I love the way British people pronounce "garage". It almost sounds like they started saying "cabbage"... On topic, I bought a ColorTune because the idea sounded really good but using it on motorcycles with deep plug wells.....not easy. Also seeing the flame/combustion is not that clear.
What tank is that on the XS?
Clive Hancy modified royal Enfield tank
I have an old Color tune model 500, 14 mm. I'm wanted to buy another and it looks to me like the G 4074 would be correct for my 63 Jag XKE 3.8 litre. Question. Does the model 500 and the G 4074 have the electrode at the same depth? In other words what is the difference between the two? If I buy the G 4074 will both give the same reading?
Sorry Harold I have absolutely no idea - id contact the manufacturer and speak to one of their specialist technicians
I'm wondering if there is any difference in color tuning between these two setups:
14mm colortune+12mm adapter VS 12mm colortune. In the first case there is a change in a compression ratio and the spark is like 2-3cm further then factory one, sounds like a big difference but don't know. Anyone did test that, appreciate the response.
alright i've tested it and colortune with an adapter seems to be working perfectly fine, like there is no difference for the engine if the spark is firing further then stock.
Is this available in india
should u always syncronize the carbs before colortuning ? or after also?
I want to know the answer as well. Hope someone can help
@@misamisatv in the instructions, it says to sync throttles first
Does this really work good? It's not really the same reving the bike with no load as riding the bike or is it? Some people also say colortune doesn't work with CV carbs while others say they do.
they clearly said at the start of the video that this was just a rough tune to get you rolling before you got the bike dynod and colortune manages that perfectly
You really don't need this tool for that.
BennyWheelie for the weekend mechanic who likes tinkering with there bikes I think it's a good idea to be fair. But I know what you mean buddy.
You're right, I can only speak for myself
MyShitOnUA-cam you are wrong. It is very helpful in getting the air fuel mixture correct.
where can i get that type of plug and will it work for a two stroke
SHANE DICOCHEA sent you have to mix oil with your gas probably not as accurate. You must use the exact same oil and amount.... And tuned to that brand and mixture. ??? A little extra oil in the fuel is a bad bad ideal.... I use MC1. From Honda... 5 gallon premix...... Added to 5 gallons and 1 quart of 93 octane gas.... Thoroughly clean your exhaust flapper... It will be packed in carbon and not open properly.... Install new rings wrist pin. Roller bearing. And C.. clips. Before tuning....
If your bike smokes... Foul spark plugs.... You need new crank seals. !!!! You're burning transmission oil. ????
Keep a rubber plug... In the exhaust..... When not riding for storing for winter. !!!
Does this product come with a color blind mode?
Grey ,light grey and white
fascinating! - never seen this device before. i have an XS650, 83, with pod filters, new plugs, cables, spark plug caps and new hotter coil. I have to use starting fluid to get idle and if i turn the accelerator just a bit it dies. any thoughts?? tx
Rob Weaver idle jets are probably clogged. ??? But remove all Jets.... Polk and clean all the holes...
Coils never gets stronger. !!! They only get weaker with time. ???
yes I will buys this color tune, strange how an old invention is still not common knowledge,what about the obvious mis firing, surely mis fires wear the engine, try replacing the points and condenser with an Accuspark system,
Anyone who knows what is the point with the 14mm long reach adapter?
My first thoght was to use it plug holes with long tread, but hat dont make sence, the spark will be even longer from the combustion chamber, and there is no reason to lower the compression even more.
the extension connects to the plug wire so it out of the way of spar view
Ong namah shivay
whats the lean and rich coulour at high rpm?
Thanks