Yamaha SR 125 alternative carburetor

[yam_off]

Hi,

I have bought old Yamaha SR125 which has not been used for past 10 years. I stripped it down, cleaned, replaced some parts and put back together. Unfortunately it doesn't start. I cleaned carb, checked cables, replaced spark plug, cleaned clutch plates... That was great adventure for a layman girl without a garage, I learned a lot, had some fun, but... Still not starting. With no hope I pushed it to the workshop and I was told that even if I cleaned carb it's still in pretty bad condition and I should replace it. Here's where problem starts. I couldn't find carb for Yamaha SR125 on ebay or in any other online shop. I was told that it doesn't have to be carb especialy made for that bike but a similar for 125 engine will do the job. Problem is that I have no idea what other carb I can use. Does any of you know what other carburettor I can fit to my SR125?

Any help would be much appreciated.

Thank you,

Anna

[Cynic]

Huh.....

There's one on ebay now. Item 121102744537

[DirtyDT]

Hi. How sure are you that it is the carb? Even with a really bad, clean, carb you should be getting something. Take a look at this thread and try the diagnosis. Let us know how you get on.

[yam_off]

Hi guys,

that's me back :-) I bought new carburettor but when my brother looked into it he said that carb is fine. What I need to exchange now is valve inlet. It simply fell apart so I need new one. My brother will look for one in town tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes. I'm hoping to hit the road soon :-) Fingers crossed!

Thanks for all your help!