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Start ShoppingK&L Carburetor Boot - Rubber Intake Manifold for Motorcycles & Powersports Vehicles
Description
Upgrade your engine's performance with K&L's high-quality carburetor boot, designed to provide reliable sealing and airflow for motorcycles and small displacement powersports vehicles. This essential intake component ensures efficient fuel delivery and prevents air leaks for smoother operation.
Key Features
- Heavy-Duty Rubber Compound: Resists heat, fuel, and oil degradation for long-lasting durability.
- Perfect Fit: Precision-engineered for seamless installation on carburetor-to-intake port connections.
- Sealing Performance: Creates an airtight barrier to prevent fuel vapor leaks and maintain engine efficiency.
Why Choose This Product
Whether you're restoring a classic motorcycle or maintaining a modern powersports vehicle, this carburetor boot offers unmatched reliability. Its flexible rubber construction adapts to engine vibrations while maintaining a secure seal. The straightforward design ensures easy replacement without compromising performance. Ideal for riders who demand consistent power delivery and trouble-free operation.
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Upgrade your engine's performance with K&L's high-quality carburetor boot, designed to provide reliable sealing and airflow for motorcycles and small displacement powersports vehicles. This essential intake component ensures efficient fuel delivery and prevents air leaks for smoother operation.
Key Features
- Heavy-Duty Rubber Compound: Resists heat, fuel, and oil degradation for long-lasting durability.
- Perfect Fit: Precision-engineered for seamless installation on carburetor-to-intake port connections.
- Sealing Performance: Creates an airtight barrier to prevent fuel vapor leaks and maintain engine efficiency.
Why Choose This Product
Whether you're restoring a classic motorcycle or maintaining a modern powersports vehicle, this carburetor boot offers unmatched reliability. Its flexible rubber construction adapts to engine vibrations while maintaining a secure seal. The straightforward design ensures easy replacement without compromising performance. Ideal for riders who demand consistent power delivery and trouble-free operation.
| SKU | GMCC75FA90 |
|---|---|
| MPN | 11-3616 |
| Brand | K&L |
| Category | Intake/Carb/Fuel System |
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| Make | Model | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki | KX250F | 2004-2009 |
| Kawasaki | KX450F | 2006-2008 |
| Suzuki | RMZ250 | 2004-2007 |
| Suzuki | RMZ450 | 2005-2006 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Signs include cracks, hardening, fuel leaks at the connection point, rough idle, or vacuum leaks. A cracked boot will cause air leaks affecting fuel mixture.
K&L 11-3616 is designed for specific carburetor types. Verify compatibility with your vehicle's carburetor model and intake port diameter before purchasing.
No, this is specifically for carbureted engines. Fuel-injected bikes do not use carburetor boots.
Rubber boots typically last 5-10 years depending on exposure to heat, UV light, and fuel. Older bikes may need replacement during restoration.
Age and hardening of rubber, heat exposure, fuel degradation, UV exposure, and vibration can all cause cracks and deterioration.
Installation Guide
Tools Required
- Socket set or wrench (size depends on carburetor clamps)
- Screwdriver (Phillips or flathead)
- Possibly hose clamp tool
Pro Tips
- Clean both the carburetor outlet and intake port thoroughly before installation
- Apply a light coat of silicone grease to the boot's inner surfaces for easier installation
- Ensure clamps are snug but not over-tightened
- Check for vacuum leaks after installation by listening for hissing sounds
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Over-tightening clamps, which can crack the rubber boot
- Not cleaning the mating surfaces before installation
- Improper seating causing vacuum leaks
Comparison vs Stock/OEM
K&L replacement boots are OEM-equivalent parts designed to match original specifications
Improvements
- New rubber compound vs. aged/hardened original
- Improved durability over deteriorated stock boots
- Better sealing properties
Considerations
- Ensure exact fitment match with your specific carburetor model
- May require adjustment of clamp positioning on some applications
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