OEM vs. Aftermarket Mikuni Needle Valve

[riwaverunner]

Hi all,

I'm having trouble locating two genuine Mikuni needle valves for my carb rebuild on my 98 GSX Ltd. I know genuine Mikuni parts are absolutely the best for carb rebuilds, but are there any aftermarket ones that perform decently? Like I said, having a real hard time finding OEM. I also noticed that most aftermarket needles have a rubber tip, but the OEM seems to be a metal tip? Is that correct/does it change much about the carb settings and pop-off?

 

[racerxxx]

https://osdparts.com/index.php?main...ucts_id=8532&zenid=jl8r2b40q3gr6gl4ejjn8qttq6

They have 6 on hand

 

[racerxxx]

My first choice is OSD.


Amazon from another supplier I use. Niche cycle

https://www.amazon.com/786-35015-2-Individually-Niche-Cycle-Supply/dp/B06XSK7PG2

 

[racerxxx]

PLEASE CONFIRM THESE ARE CORRECT FOR YOUR APPLICATION.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

I used to use OSD like daily for parts when I ran my skis.

 

[racerxxx]

I used to use OSD like daily for parts when I ran my skis.

Yep, I get my parts in 2-3 days. Typically 2. Have talked with them at 11pm for parts and they've updated their website just so I could order.

 

[PorknBeans]

OSDparts.com is the place to go!

I buy 98% of my Sea Doo parts from them. They are very helpful and even have the special Sea Doo rental tools available for the big engine jobs, if you need them.

The needle has a rubber coating called Viton. It helps to seal the valve against fuel leaks for more reliability.

 

[riwaverunner]

Thank you all!!!