Yamaha Mikuni is a brand under Yamaha Motor Corporation that produces motorcycle carburetors and fuel injection systems.
Founded in 1923 in Japan
Entered the motorcycle industry in 1955
Became a subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Corporation in 1960
Developed the first carburetor for a motorcycle in 1962
Introduced their first fuel injection system in 1985
A Japanese manufacturing company that produces carburetors and fuel injection systems for motorcycles.
A Japanese manufacturing company that produces carburetors and fuel injection systems for motorcycles, snowmobiles, and watercrafts.
An American manufacturing company that produces carburetor kits, fuel controllers, and other performance parts for motorcycles.
A classic round slide carburetor that provides good fuel delivery and optimal throttle response.
A popular flat slide carburetor that allows for faster throttle response and better power delivery.
A high-performance carburetor that is designed for Harley Davidson motorcycles and offers improved acceleration and throttle response.
A fuel system upgrade that provides increased fuel flow and horsepower for high-performance motorcycle engines.
Carburetors mix air and fuel in the combustion chamber, while fuel injection delivers a precise amount of fuel directly into the cylinder.
In most cases, yes. A performance exhaust can change the air/fuel mixture, so rejetting the carburetor is necessary to maintain proper engine performance.
A motorcycle running rich is usually caused by a carburetor or fuel injection system delivering too much fuel. This can result in poor fuel economy, foul-smelling exhaust, and reduced engine performance.
Yes, Yamaha Mikuni carburetors can be installed on other motorcycle brands and models as long as they are compatible with the engine and fuel system requirements.
A jet kit is a set of replacement jets that allow the carburetor to be tuned for optimal performance. Jet kits are commonly used to improve throttle response and increase horsepower.