TS1 Frame Clearance

[foremanbob]

Got a TS1, with LTH manifold and packing plate fitted.

Using offset cones.

Engine into frame, and got a gap between manifold and frame.... but only about 1mm

Is this enough?

Li3 with Standard Shock length.

[GeorgeS]

If you've got 1mm when the scooter is on the stand, then I'd say that's fine as the suspension is at is max & that's the nearest that carb will ever get to the frame. Once you compress the suspension the carb will move away from the frame.

[dickie]

Maybe I'm a fanny but I lift the back end so that there is no weight on the rear wheel to simulate unloading the rear as you come off a lip at speed. If I can pull a bit of paper out then that's enough for me.

[Knowledge]

Try a shorter shock, like a R1. Loads more clearance.

[Fast n Furious]

A bit of fetling to the manifold with a Dremmel will improve your clearances.

[foremanbob]

first ride on her... apparently 1mm is enough... not frame contact with manifold (well no paint missing...)

[coaster]

first ride on her... apparently 1mm is enough... not frame contact with manifold (well no paint missing...)

You would notice a significant increase in vibration if it was touching

[HxPaul]

Maybe I'm a fanny but I lift the back end so that there is no weight on the rear wheel to simulate unloading the rear as you come off a lip at speed. If I can pull a bit of paper out then that's enough for me.

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