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How do I know what model Mikuni carb I have?

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David Craig

Updated on March 05, 2026

How do I know what model Mikuni carb I have?

It’s simple to identify a Mikuni Carburetor by looking at the top view of the float chamber cover, the cover gasket of the float chamber or the jet chamber cover gasket. The word Mikuni ought to be printed somewhere on the carburetor. It could be in small or large letters.

Who makes Mikuni carbs?

Mikuni Corporation
Mikuni Corporation (株式会社ミクニ, Kabushiki gaisha Mikuni) is a Japanese Automotive products manufacturing company. Their business activities is focused on carburetors, fuel injectors and other automobile and motorcycle related equipment.

How do I know what kind of carburetor I have?

Look at the upper front of the carburetor on the piece known as the airhorn, or choke tower. This is a rectangular part of the carburetor with rounded edges, open to the top of the part. There will be a small number stamped there.

How can you tell if a Mikuni carb is real?

The fake carburetor has the “Minkui” imprinted on the top and side of the carburetor. On a genuine carburetor you will find the “Mikuni” logo. Also you will notice that the fake carburetor doesn’t have the “NOT FOR AIRCRAFT USE” decal and the anchor plates.

Is Mikuni still in business?

Mikuni Corporation, our parent company in Japan has been in business for over 91 years and has more than 5,000 employees worldwide. Mikuni’s primary business is to manufacture various types of carburetor and other automotive related products. It is well known as one of the leading manufacturers in the industry.

How does the choke work on a Mikuni carb?

It chokes the air flow to enrichen fuel mixture for better cold starting. The Mikuni “choke” is really not a choke, it is a “fuel enrichener” because it adds a shot of gas to the existing volume or flow of air. To open the throttle on the fuel enrichener system when starting, negates the effect of adding more fuel.

What are the parts of carburetor?

A simple carburetor is constructed of the following parts:

  • Throttle Valve.
  • Strainer.
  • Venturi.
  • Metering system.
  • Idling system.
  • Float Chamber.
  • Mixing Chamber.
  • Idle and Transfer port.

What does CFM mean on a carburetor?

cubic feet per minute
Like we said, how much hp your engine makes doesn’t matter when sizing a carburetor. What matters is this formula: Cubic Inches x RPM / 3456 = CFM (cubic feet per minute) / Volumetric Efficiency.

Where are Mikuni carburetors made?

Japan
operations and our Texas office is for the manufacturing plant in Reynosa, Mexico. Mikuni Corporation, our parent company in Japan has been in business for over 91 years and has more than 5,000 employees worldwide.

How do you measure the size of a Mikuni carburetor?

Measurement should be taken of the bore (inside diameter) at the cylinder end of the carb. Your conversion calculation should be 25.4 X your SAE measurment. This will get you the exact Metric number’s.

Do you sell Mikuni carburetors?

We only sell to Authorized Manufacturers and Distributors and do not assist Customers or Dealers with Tuning and Parts Inquires. The Mikuni Manuals and Catalog on this website are a guide for Installation, Tuning and Parts Numbers of Mikuni Aftermarket Carburetors, Parts and Tuning Components.

What are the Mikuni manuals and catalog?

The Mikuni Manuals and Catalog on this website are a guide for Installation, Tuning and Parts Numbers of Mikuni Aftermarket Carburetors, Parts and Tuning Components. or the Selling Dealer for Replacement Parts, Tuning Information and Tuning Components. by the Vehicle Manufacturer, Dealer, Mechanic or Private Individual.

What is the manufacturer part number for Mikuni fuel pump repair kit?

MIKUNI FUEL PUMP REPAIR KIT, Manufacturer: WINDEROSA, Manufacturer Part Number: 451449-AD, Stock Photo – Actual parts may vary. Product Description & Features: Motorcycle Parts Motorcycle

What is the price of genuine Mikuni hsr42 hsr45 carburetor choke?

Genuine Mikuni HSR42 HSR45 Carburetor Choke parts kit w/cable Product Description & Features: Genuine Mikuni components Brand: Mikuni Manufacturer: Mikuni Estimated Price: $42.95 CLICK HERE