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Congrads!, That was / is a VERY nice bike. I have some pics of my bike on http://www.bikepics.com/yamaha/ct3-175/ . also if you enter a google search and filter for images only, you should be able to find factory posters and pics of the bikes new. Keep her in good condition because that is one of the best CT3's I have EVER seen in my lifetime. The points are not very hard to replace at all. Big thing is you need a flywheel puller to get to the points. Many times it is better to clean the contact surfaces of your original points before you try and replace them. And Yes, I am sure that they (blinkers) are supposed to be amber, but its no big deal.. just keep your eyes open on Ebay for some amber lenses. Best of luck again!

Hey, I think I watched that Ebay auction. That was not too long ago maybe a month?.. The bike was in GREAT looking shape, but the windshield HAS to go :-) (if its the bike I think it was).. Also One thing I had noticed on that bike (if it's the same) is that the rear blinker lenses were red.. which is incorrect for that bike. They should be Amber.. Anyways, I wish you the best of luck CT3's have a look you just cannot get these days anymore.. Like a fine old 50's or 60's Buick or Caddy. Curves, Chrome, and the gold paint which is near Impossile to recreate! In fact i have a picture of it from the ebay auction on my hdd still ... :-) BP

It sounds like your main jet is clogged. I have found on my own CT3 that was the case when I got it.. The main jet is easy to remove and replace, or if you have something to clean it with, (i use 1 strand of wire from a wire brush), this would be an easy place to start. Do not make the hole any bigger with a drillbit! also check your sparkplug and make sure it is correct as well as the correct gap. Another culprit could be a dirty or even missing air filter. These are still avail. from Yamaha at your local yamaha dealer.. There is yet another possible place to check, your points. if they points are set incorrectly, or worn this would cause misfire at mid to high R's. Im restoring a ct3 now, and I would be glad to offer any assistance I can. Best of luck! Breakpoint