TM K9B 125cc
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Swedetech - ICC TM K9B 125cc Tech Tips

Recommendations for engine break-in and jetting, as well as what spark plugs and how much oil to use.  Specifics about top-ends, reeds and other replacement parts.
 

Engine Break-In

Start by increasing the main jet by one to two sizes from what you have determined to be the optimal jetting, taking weather, altitude and track size into consideration.  Always warm-up the engine on the stand (in 1st gear) and do a walk around of the engine and kart...
 

Check for loose nuts and bolts Check the water level and add tape to the front side of the radiator Warm-up engine - Remove the radiator cap, to check for proper water flow

See specifics below, regarding proper clutch adjustment, along with important tips about your cooling system.

Break-in water temperature should be 135 to 140 degrees, with the normal running water temperature at around 125 degrees (RC20 recommended additive).  You can take the temperature reading anywhere between the cylinder head outlet and the radiator.

Out on the track, run at reduced lap times of 15% to 20% below normal (On a 30 second track, slow the pace by 4 to 5 seconds per lap).  Go through the gears as normal, modulating the throttle and shifting at approximately 13,000 RPMs...  Blip the throttle, when going into corners and / or if you are coasting.  Towards the end of the break-in, gradually increase the pace by approximately 1 second per lap.  Once you're up to speed, you don't have to come in and let it cool down...  Just run it!

Oil

Please call us for recommendations on 2-stroke oil...  Be prepared to advise us what race series that you are participating in and what the "spec oil" is for the series.  Note:  For most sprint racing applications, we recommend a 20:1 mix ratio.

For the transmission, we recommend that you use 16oz / 450ml of a brand-name 2-stroke gearbox oil if your engine is brand new or freshly rebuilt...  Use 50ml less, for routine oil changes.
 

Spark Plugs

Use any of the following NGK spark plugs...
 

NGK BR10EG NGK BR10EGV (Discontinued) NGK BR10EV

NGK BR10EIX NGK R7376-10

Top End

Use the following ICC TM K9B 125cc piston kit...
 

TM piston kit - 10087.93 TM piston kit - 10087.94

Top-End Maintenance

For optimum performance and reliability, SwedeTech recommends replacing the piston ring every 2½ to 3-hours or 5 to 7 gallons of fuel.

When doing a top-end rebuild, check the squish between the piston and the cylinder head, using 0.050" solder (optimum desired squish 0.042" - 0.044").
 

Lower-End Maintenance

For reliability, SwedeTech, along with TM Italy, recommends that you replace the lower rod bearing and thrust washers, after every 7 to 8 hours or 20 gallons of fuel that is run through the engine (SwedeTech blueprinted ICC TM, using recommended oil).
 

Jetting - Dellorto VHSH 30 CS

Normal range of jets for a Dellorto VHSH 30 CS carburetor, when used in conjunction with a SwedeTech blueprinted TM K9B...
 

135 - 160 main B45 - B50 inner pilot 60 outer pilot

DQ266-268 nozzle K22 needle

Start with the needle set in the 1st or 2nd clip position from the top.

Note:  Even larger jets may be applicable for road racing applications.
 

Reeds

Recommended replacement reeds...
 

Carbon-fiber SwedeTech TM

Clutch Adjustment & Maintenance

Check to make sure that the clutch lever has ¾-inch to 1-inch of play and that the clutch lever, cable and actuator arm retract properly.  The clutch lever action should have a light and free feel to it...  We offer an easy-to-use cable lubrication device, to achieve this.

It is important to check your clutch plates regularly, as the TM K9 utilizes a dry clutch which tends to wear much faster than a wet clutch.  SwedeTech replaces the heavy steel plates with lighter hard-anodized aluminum plates, for better performance.  Note: You may want to consider having a "broken-in" clutch kit, for use only on race days.
 

Cooling System

Water flows from the bottom of the radiator to the center of the water pump (into the face of the impeller).  Water then flows out of the pump to the bottom of the engine case.  There is a water hose (u-bend) that connects the top of the engine case to the cylinder.  Finally, the water flows out of the cylinder head to the top of the radiator...  No other routing is correct.
 

Exhaust System

At this time, the "XXS" marked silencer with the sleeved dual stage u-bend works the best, with a SwedeTech blueprinted TM K9 engine.