Chapter:

carburation

Advantages of carburator

advantages:

  • Itā??s very simple in terms of its components, so thereā??s less things to breakdown.
  • Itā??s cheaper to manufacture/replace
  • Uses no electricity, so can be used in motorcycles with no battery (a magneto would be used for the ignition).
  • Uses atmospheric pressure to move fuel that is stored in the bowl. SO if the carb is positioned under the tank, fuel will go to it by gravity, requiring no fuel pump.
  • Has a distinct visual/sound that may be attractive to enthusiasts/collectors. Also, it can be easily serviced by most people.
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