Why is there an Intermittent Spark on Cheap Chinese, Sun L 150cc Scooter?

by Kevin Coakley
(Hot Springs, Arkansas)

The scooter will run a while then die. Spark plug has no fire to it. We have tried a new coil, new battery and magneto. This has not fixed the problem.


We found a remote anti-theft device that says microcomputer security that could be bad. If this is the problem, then we are wondering how to wire around this device.

This scooter was bought at an auction and only has one key. It has had a charging problem ever since we had it. After it is used for a couple hours it has to be charged to start up again. We have replaced the battery, but the problem persists. It's putting out about 12.4 volts on the voltmeter.

Are there any solutions to fixing this problem?

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Apr 03, 2012
Charging problem NEW
by: Lincoln N.

Have you checked the inline fuse on your positive battery cable? I had one blow out on my chuanl 150cc and it caused all sorts of problems.

Apr 03, 2012
Charging problem NEW
by: Lincoln N.

Have you checked the inline fuse on your positive battery cable? I had one blow out on my chuanl 150cc and it caused all sorts of problems.

Feb 19, 2012
Fixed spark problem
by: Kevin CoakleyAnonymous

We installed a new stator. This fixed the intermittent spark problem. Charging system is still not working well. I am using a battery tender every time I park it at home. I have been told that all Chinese scooters have charging problems.

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