Engine Features
The engine of the Chinese Alpha moped has characteristic features, thanks to which fans of motorcycle technology prefer this particular model.
Engine capacity - 72 cc. With the right approach, it can be upgraded to 110 cc. Also, if desired, you can increase the speed by 10 kilometers.
The weak point of the engine is the gearbox, which requires close attention and a delicate approach . When repairing the “heart” of a moped, you need to know how to correctly disassemble and reassemble this part of the motorcycle “organism”.
Alpha is equipped with a powerful engine, the circuit of which is complex. If you can’t figure it out on your own, it is recommended to contact an experienced specialist. The price of repairs is quite affordable.
Consequences of untimely replacement
If you don't change your air filter, at best its performance will deteriorate over time. The moped will lose power and stop idling. Also, dust getting into the carburetor will clog all the channels, which will lead to unstable operation. The worst case scenario may be that dirt gets into the engine itself. Large particles will leave deep scratches on the cylinder bore and on the piston. The valve assembly may fail. Accordingly, a major overhaul of the engine will be required, so you should not neglect replacing the air filter. The consequences can be dire.
The frequency of replacement depends on the level of road pollution in the area. The cleaning system should be carefully inspected periodically.
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Causes of malfunction
The Chinese Alpha moped, whose price is affordable, does not cause owners many problems. Interruptions in a moped engine have several causes, and once you understand them, you can quickly fix the breakdown.
Disassembling the moped engine
So, if the engine starts with great difficulty, the muffler “shoots”, and smoke comes out of the chimney, it means that the moped is “capricious” due to problems with the carburetor. In order to solve this problem with the Alpha moped, you need to:
- clean the carburetor;
- thoroughly clean the moped's air filter;
- tighten the screws;
- adjust the moped carburetor.
If the Alpha slowly picks up speed, and its engine is not able to develop the declared power, then the reason is the incorrect operation of the moped valves. It can also “get sick” due to gaps and incorrect timing. In order to make the Alpha moped function normally, it is necessary to replace the used valves with new ones.
If the Alpha moped is not able to reach the required speed, despite the roar of the engine and solid revolutions, it is impossible to stop the spinning wheel, and gear shifting occurs intermittently, then the cause of the malfunction is clutch wear.
To eliminate the breakdown, you must perform the following manipulations:
- remove the engine;
- remove the plastic cover;
- unscrew the tightening screw;
- Unscrew the adjustment mechanism and tighten the screw tightly;
- start a moped;
- turn on first gear and drive a few meters.
Another cause of moped engine malfunction may be wear on the drive sprockets. If they are very worn, they must be replaced with new ones.
You may encounter the problem of engine overheating. The situation can be corrected after adding oil. If oil leaks, you must urgently contact a professional service .
Alpha moped engine overheating
Engine disassembly
Disassembling the Alpha engine is quite simple. To do this you need:
- “arm yourself” with a key;
- Unscrew the bolts on the intake manifold (by 10);
- unscrew the cylinder covers and the bolts located there (4 pieces);
- remove the cylinder head.
After performing the necessary manipulations, you need to properly assemble the engine, installing all the parts in place.
A diagram can help you understand the nuances. Also, a lot of useful tips regarding repairing the most important “organ” of the Alpha moped are contained in the training video.
Let's start repairing the Chinese miracle of technology
The Alpha 72cc moped is one of the most famous representatives among Chinese motorcycles.
This moped is perfect for use both in rural areas and on city roads. A durable iron frame, complete absence of plastic parts, large diameter wheels - simply created for domestic roads, the quality of which is far from European level. If you ride often, the rather high seating position of the ALPHA moped makes it possible to overcome low obstacles. A big advantage when choosing a moped is its low price, which makes the purchase quite affordable. This would be a good choice for a beginner.
There are models with a side trailer. Practical to use in rural areas. A reliable assistant in the household.
Economical, with an engine capacity of 72 cubic meters and air cooling, the Alpha moped is unpretentious. This is an extremely simple transport and servicing it couldn’t be easier! You simply cannot find a simpler engine, and spare parts cheaper than Alfa’s can only be found in a dream.
Anyone can carry out tuning or repairs on an Alpha moped with their own hands.
Before you start disassembling the motor, you should fix it on the center stand and completely remove all the plastic. All power systems should be turned off - tank, carburetor and fuel filter; The oil should also be drained.
The engine should be removed along with the transmission, and the Alpha moped should be repaired on a flat surface.
You can remove the alpha engine according to the following diagram:
- remove the muffler and exhaust pipe;
- remove the camshaft gear cover;
- unscrew all 4 bolts from the cylinder cover;
- remove the top cover and cylinder head;
- We study the degree of wear of the valves, check how dirty the insides of the system parts are.
Is this your first time repairing an Alpha moped yourself? No problem! A moped is not a hadron collider; nothing has changed in 50 years of moped construction. For convenience, draw a diagram of the location of the parts so that later you can complete the assembly without any problems.
A smartphone can help, take photos of each step so that later you can reassemble in the reverse order without confusion.
If it is necessary to replace the valves, or if there are gaps in the fit, then they need to be removed:
- Place the head on a level place. To prevent the valve from being damaged during dismantling, it is better to place a layer of thick rubber or a rag under it;
- we select the socket head, place it on the valve plate and hit it hard with a hammer;
- release the crackers, remove the top plate and valve washer;
- remove the valve and guide bushing. To complete the repair of the Alfa moped engine, after replacing the parts, we begin assembling the engine in the reverse order, putting everything in its place, observing the marks. Don't forget to add fresh oil.
The gearbox of an Alpha moped often fails and requires constant attention. The author of this article got the sprockets stuck in the box while driving in 4th gear 10 years ago. When trying to force a gear change, for some reason the gearbox automatically selected first gear and the moped was driven at a speed of under 100 km/h. just braked without throwing the author of this article over the steering wheel
