"Java-360". Common Malfunctions

Concern, which produces motorcycles Jawa, was founded in 1929 and exists to this day. He is in the city of Tinec nad Sazavou, and the founder was Frantisek Janicek, who acquired American equipment and a license for the production of motor vehicles.

Motorcycles "Java-350" and modifications 360/00 began to be serially produced in the second half of the last century, namely in 1964.

Equipment

The motorcycle "Java-360" received a two-stroke gasoline engine, which drives the device weighing 175 kg. The motor capacity is 346 cm³, capable of producing 17.7 liters. from. Having unrolled the shaft up to 5,000 revolutions, it is possible to obtain maximum power. The claimed maximum speed is 139 km / h, but according to many motorcyclists, they were able to accelerate to 150 km / h.

The front suspension is equipped with a telescopic fork and the rear suspension with a pendulum fork. The instrument panel in the minimalist design is located on the headlight cover. In addition to the high-speed information display, the panel has a distance meter, indicators for high-beam, neutral transmission, and a turn signal.

Installed brake shoe type is well proven. Braking of the rear wheel occurs after pressing the pedal located at the right footrest. The front brake is triggered by the lever on the right hand side of the handlebar.

"Java-360" ("old lady" it is called for a long time of release) received a high-quality automatic clutch. But in case of its failure, it is extremely not recommended to use non-original spare parts. The clutch design of this motorcycle has no problems, which often arise on other vehicles. To start the engine and disconnect the rear wheel from the clutch, just switch the lever on the steering wheel.

The described motorcycle has proved itself as an excellent device, which is completely unpretentious in maintenance. In the presence of superficial knowledge, tools and desires, you can repair any complexity. Spare parts for "Java-360" are not a deficit. They can be found in any store specializing in motorcycles.

Let's consider the main breakdowns of "Java-360", which can be fixed independently.

Fuel system

Perhaps your "iron horse" began to be capricious, and you noticed the following:

• From the exhaust pipe, thick clouds of smoke break out;
• Hear "shots" and extraneous sounds in the engine;
• The device "sneezes";
• Near the gasoline tank, fuel line or carburetor there are gasoline stains.

The reason may be the depressurization of the fuel system or the low quality of the fuel mixture. In addition, the following faults are possible:

• Clogging of the air filter, a jet of a fuel highway or the filter of a crane;
• Change and, as a consequence, violation of the angles of connection of fuel system parts;
• "Overflow" of fuel into the carburetor, which is caused by the improper operation of the float valve.

A solution to the problem for the Jawa motorcycle Will be the replacement of some elements of the power system, as well as its adjustment and cleaning.

Exhaust system

Often, the "Java-360" is out of order exhaust system of exhaust gases. External signs of a malfunction are as follows:

1. At the junction of the exhaust pipes and cylinders, the nuts became darker.
2. Deformed areas appeared on the exhaust pipes (dents).

Possible causes may be a reduction in engine power or a breakthrough in exhaust gases. The solution is as follows:

• Check and, if necessary, tighten the nuts located at the place of attachment of the exhaust pipes to the cylinders.
• Alignment of dents or complete replacement of a damaged pipe.

Electrical equipment

If there are problems with wiring in the Java-360, then you can notice them quite quickly, as the sound and light devices cease to work, and there are difficulties with starting the engine. The reason for this can be:

• Low electrolyte level, terminal oxidation, self-discharge and sulfation, and damage to cans in the battery;
• Problem generator (decay, misalignment, improper installation of brushes, wear of plates or contaminated collector);
• Improperly adjusted spark plug clearance or full wear;
• Plaque on the electrodes;
• Poor insulation or damaged wiring;
• Short circuit of the capacitor.

The solution to the problem will look like this:

1. It is necessary to find the faulty section or node, restoring or completely replacing it.
2. Adjust the spark plug clearances.
3. Recover contact of all elements.

As you can see, many problems can be quickly eliminated. But when there are malfunctions in the engine, it's best to consult a specialist.