Myths - Iridium Spark Plugs. Should you buy them?

[@ozziekatri4232]

I found changing from copper to iridium to be a marked improvement,I changed out some non worn copper plugs on my Holden 6 cylinder red motor and found using the iridium that starting was easier,smother Revving,noticeable increase in power and higher Revving without missing.Before it began missing around 5000rpm now I can got to 6000rpm without missing a beat.These comments are 100% independent and unbiased and my experience.The motor is worked.

[@scottykilmer3920]

increase in power hahaha! 🤣 You always get the best performance with copper plugs.

[@flappingflight8537]

@@scottykilmer3920 hey Scotty, then why all Toyotas :) are equipped with iridium spark plugs since at least 15 years ago :) and they are equipped from the factory with OEM plugs which for longevity (115K miles recommended replacement interval) has ticker central electrodes. I suppose the Ozzie guy replaced copper plugs ( 2.5 mm diameter central electrode ) with so called performance plugs ( 0.4mm diameter central electrode for Denso iridium TT and 0.6mm for NGK ) they are sold only as aftermarket performance plugs and their lifespan is around 60K miles. So because of the sharp central electrode , with Denso iridium TT , the breakdown voltage in the spark gap drops down by 3-5 KV . If the engine doesn’t have RPM feedback stabilisation loop or it is disabled the idle RPMs increases without doing anything else than replacing the cooper plugs with iridium ones . Haw you going to comment this fact ? Iridium spark plugs are also cooper simultaneously by the way since both the central electrode and the ground strap still has cooper cores for better heat transfer and wider heat range ,only the fine tips are platinum, iridium , rhodium,ruthenium, e.t.c. precious metals .

[@flappingflight8537]

Ozzie , I believe in your claims because I have the same experience .For even better performance you can do two more things. First if your ignition system was initially designed to work with cooper plugs ,you can safely increase the recommended for them spark gap by 0.2 mm when replacing them with iridium ones ( especially with Denso Iridium TT ) . Second, index them by selecting one of few spark plugs for every single cylinder which , when tighten properly faces ( with the open side of the spark gap) the exhaust valve or the middle between exhaust and intake valves ( this for 2 valves per cylinder engines ) . For 4 valve per cylinder engines ( the effect of this procedure is a bit weaker but still works)the openings of the spark gaps can be pointed to front or back side of the engine ( both orientations works equally well ).

[@liberpater1342]

@@flappingflight8537 Hahaha! This guy is trolling. Here is what the real Scotty Kilmer says about iridium plugs - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXPNlYWHm5d0pas

[@UnknownUnknown-pg5mu]

​@@scottykilmer3920copper spark plug spark throw in 6 to 8 lines but iridium plug through single line may something was special we all don't know well before research don't trust anyone

[@miguelpaneda1607]

Very well explained sir......, i have this NGK iX on my Kawasaki Rouser 180 (Pulsar 180 in your country) for about 3years in its engine and still sparking...

[@Interlooper_G]

I have been using ngk iridium IX on my commuter 150cc bike for past 6 years. What i noticed as a rider...it reduces vibes. Earlier bike vibe within 3-4k rpm range now its much higher 6-7k rpm. FE increase by 3kmpl. Power increase NO....but smoother power delivery without hicups YES...bike accelerate as you open throttle. Single push start in summer YES...And it costed me around Rs600 from ngk dealer. Its expensive...YES...but not much maintainece required for many years so why not. And best for highway use.

[@proxxxx8903]

Have you tried with a fresh stock plug/cleaned plug vs ngk irridium? The catch is that stock plugs catch carbon deposits much quicker.which leads to the problems u stated. Bt u r absolutely right, irridiums are low maintenance.

[@jaideepak2298]

The most valued tips now you have broken the myth here brother 😁😅😅😅

[@shreyasharne1430]

Thanks to Honda for give NGK iridium spark plug as stock in cbr series

[@mmlindsey8635]

AGREE

[@AzamAli-ce7tt]

Really bro 😯😮😲😲

[@abaysankarbcompa2179]

I do have cbr

[@suryav4994]

R15 v3 also has ngk as stock

[@hrwedsash]

Activa has them too

[@someone46018]

Copper is a better conductive material than iridium, but iridium lasts longer. So, for performance applications, use copper, if you want longevity, use iridium.

[@AM-dp3dr]

It's nice to listen to this man, very good presentation 👍👍👍

[@supremekailash33]

excellent bro thanks ,I upgrade both plugs to ngk iridium spark plug in my royal enfield classic 350 best in performance

[@VK-iy1nw]

I love the way you breakdown things. I wish you could do these kind of videos while riding. It will be fun that way. Just my 10 cents. Love your work .Keep it up

[@rvkvikas]

Sure bro, I shall do that.. thanks for the support.

[@VK-iy1nw]

@@rvkvikas always brother always!✌️

[@im_abhi27]

Huge thanks to you bro, bcz now I understand all the stuff about my spark plug, I upgraded my copper plug with NGK plug 4 months ago but didn't found much difference expect slight difference as I have Apache 200v

[@ranchosunidos89]

Good video buddy

[@jhargrove1108]

I have 140,000 on mine and car runs perfect. I use Lucas fuel additive

[@amitwani3066]

Thanks brother. You saved my 1000 rs. I will put copper plug Bose 105rs

[@chris5k132]

I admire your bike collection. Ktm, Suzuki and Yamaha.. You can't go wrong

[@rvkvikas]

Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy my other videos too and hope you subscribe.

[@pradiplahon9313]

May I use iridium plug in TataTiago car

[@chris5k132]

@@pradiplahon9313 sure bro. Go ahead and use it. Be sure to buy original ones

[@livefree8719]

Sir...I m great fan of ur keen knowledge on every motor myth. Now a days Im facing a weird situation in my 2 month old rs 200 non abs

[@livefree8719]

A low squecking sound is heard all time when the bike is running,its something like ku ku ... Its not very loud but can easly heard.I went to the authorised service center 4 times ,each time they dismantle the brake caliper ,geased ,rub brake pads etc..but problem is unsolved. 3 days before I got first servicing.they claimed we have cured ,but they didnt.. Actually the so called mechanic is unable to find the reason behind this

[@livefree8719]

Sir please suggest me what should I do.actually its not clear that from where this sound is coming from.

[@frisbee544]

Transverse mounted engines w half the plugs sitting close to the firewall are difficult to reach. 100,000 mile Iridiums last longer (4 to 5 times) than OEMs so that is 4 to 5 times less changes. GM OEMs are $3.50. Bosch Iridiums are $7.19 & are changed less frequently so the Iridium's actual cost is just 30% of the OEM's for the same 100000 miles. Came pre-gapped, as well.

[@nandakumar9125]

I thing u miss to tell...that in a low voltage battery also iridium plugs gives enough spark..

[@themotoguy2762]

This was really informative...had this doubt from a looong time..thank you for taking up this topic👍

[@nicselectronics81]

I settled on NGK iridium IX excellent performance, better than the twin tip plugs.

[@ShreyasKa92]

CBR 250r and many other vehicles come with iridium plugs from factory. If you didn't know :-)

[@mixytv3258]

Does give more power?

[@jeremywatson6321]

I replace my plugs with ngk iridium plugs it gave me more power,boost and the stock plugs were had causing vibrations, and a lot more fuel consumption replace my plugs its a soooo much better now. ngk iridium I would replace them every 40.000km oe every 2 years for longer engine life and better preformance

[@thamjeedahmed4126]

underrated channel 💯

[@joash480]

it has thicker spark that ensures good combustion and because of that performance, responsiveness, and fuel economy follow. It doesn't increase those aspects perse but they are at top condition. so far i have performance cdi and iridium sparkplugs. and change is noticeable. my scoot was running from 29-35kpl and after the upgrades i was able to achieve upto 41kpl.

[@rvkvikas]

Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy my other videos too and hope you subscribe.

[@Adventure-08]

Thank dear I was above to buy NGK kit from my Interceptor worth Rs 4500/-, after watching you video I think I should not buy it, thanks brother, keep growing.

[@WrAith64]

Me also for my interceptor 650 cost INR 4,500 from ngage powerparts . Thanks Vikas.

[@bhaveshakkar]

Same hear

[@jeikjeiktv476]

Kudos! Very clear and very helpful

[@thedarkknight1758]

You are something else bhayya!Tq somuch for wonderful sunday morning

[@nithyansethumadhavanclasses]

Very helpful as always... Thanks for the upload vikas

[@alfonsothegreat4481]

Since I have to remove my gas tank on my Harley, I use iridium plugs so that I don’t have to remove the tank too often

[@rvkvikas]

Thanks for watching mate. Hope you enjoy my other videos too and hope you subscribe

[@steensusini]

Very informative, thank you :) Greetings from Denmark

[@renerodriguez6300]

As soon as I put these on v twin harley xl883n it turned on sooo strong and ran smoother and stronger

[@vishnusimba6136]

I use ngk spark plugs for my RE thunderbird. Along with k&n air filter and Greasehouse exhaust. The backfires have greatly reduced from the regular spark plugs. It dosent pop and crackle as much as it would on the stock plugs after tuning the carb for the setup. 😁

[@santoshrajagopalan616]

Do you clean your iridium sparkplugs? If so how and at what km interval?

[@karans8817]

Whats ur carb tuning setting now?

[@karans8817]

Whats ur carb tuning now?

[@jackquineri4712]

use iridium sparkplugs specially if you are using racing cdi and racing ignition coil. iridium has a higher melting temperature. the errors of bikers. they still use stock sparkplug which has a low temperature melting point. during long drive and high revving oftentimes the regular sparkplugs tip melt. and the melted tip will fall into the chamber or bore therefore damaging or scratching the bore wall or getting stuck between the piston rings. iridium sparkplugs can prevent that. that is., If you are using Racing CDI and Ignition Coil

[@mohanpeenya3980]

How many kilometres will ngk irradium spark plug will come

[@yinchuun]

100 000 km

[@OIPAEZ]

I put NGK lridium spark plugs on my 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 and performance ignition coil and performance distributor cap and performance rotor and performance wire set 8.9mm and yes you will fell the difference... the first thing I noticed idles high on rpm, I thought I have a vacuum leak but no vacuum leak at all... Second noticed i fell more power The throttle respond is faster from a stop... The downside of using NGK spark plugs waste more gas and you need to use mid Grade gas or your Engine start knocking... so that the difference I got from my truck...all this cost me $250 dollars

[@DeepakDRM]

thanks a lot for your videos sir, they are really informative and i learned a lot from them 😊🙏

[@JeTskiDrt]

Hi bro..i just bought NGK iridium spark plug for my car 12 valve 1.0cc auto.i felt the different between copper spark plug(standard) which is less power on pick up and over takes car, rather then iridium spark plug which give more power.how many is the percentage for iridium spark plug and copper spark plug? Do i need to change the cable(after install iridium spark plug) ? Is iridium spark plug can save petrol ? Please i need to know because some of people thinks that iridium spark plug is no different on petrol consuption/pick up/engine vibration.. Thank you

[@santoshrajagopalan616]

Do iridium spark plugs need to be cleaned? If so how to clean them and at what interval?

[@russelrodrigues2890]

Plz make a video on engine flushing is it necessary to flush after 50k kms completed

[@pocholo8550]

Very informative! Well done 👍

[@arnelburgos8491]

Thanks bro, for i have understand and learned the basics👍 hope you continue doing informative videos.🙂

[@Dumindamadushan]

It actually makes a huge change. Changing from super cheap $2 plugs to Platinum plugs.

[@rudolfwormstall1196]

Hello, is there any danger when replacing regular Zinc spark plugs with iridium ones? A drive an older 2004 model of the Audi A3 (102 Hp, 8P1, regular gasoline, no GDI, no Turbo) . Is there the slightest bit of danger that my engine might blow up?

[@johnd4348]

In United States, Cooper plugs cost about 3 dollars. Iridium cost about 8 to 9 dollars. Well worth the extra cost . Price of plug is nothing compared to the labor to change. Even if you do it yourself your time is worth something.

[@yinchuun]

Yeah, I agree with you. Especially if you always travel long distance. You don't want your car to broke down somewhere in the middle of no where.

[@barryweaver8833]

iridium plugs are like you say, for higher mileage. I use Brisk plugs out of Texas.

[@rvkvikas]

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[@sharadpanwar7]

Very informative video. I have heard that after installing the Iridium spark plugs, engine heats more. Is it true? Can you please advice which model of Iridium spark plugs should I buy for Enfield Interceptor 650.

[@Adventure-08]

NGK model number " CR8EIX " for interceptor 650

[@RiderVJ]

Copper spark plug 1 in 100 ₹ = 40,000 km 10 in 1000 ₹ = 400,000 km Iridium spark plug 1 in 1000₹ = 100,000 km to 1,50,000 km 🙄🤔🤔 I'm comfortable with Copper 😂

[@Jack-official123]

Bro it's quality

[@technovariable831]

You are not correct. Need a better self-explanation? Just try to set the spark plug gap between iridium and then in a conventional plug, and come back here to discuss. The gap will be maintained at least let's say lakh km, and you will never be bothered by the spark plug issue, also helping to reduce the spark coil voltage required. Also, you can increase 0.2mm of gap against factory recommended level in iridium plug, whose voltage requirement would still be less than conventional, by this way you might also get better efficiency with slightly higher mileage. I have done multiple experiment with it in my K10 engine, and it glides very smooth on iridium(NGK DXPR7EIX).

[@hungryfatguy2272]

thanks brother! learned something today 😊

[@equalopportunityoffender6732]

Fantastic video, good Sir ! Keep your videos coming. Fantastic !!!

[@rvkvikas]

Thanks for watching mate. Hope you enjoy my other videos too and hope you subscribe.

[@equalopportunityoffender6732]

@@rvkvikas - Absolutely ! Thanks for responding, Mr. Rachamalla.

[@alecjohn979]

Vikas bhai, nice video. I have installed powertronics ecu on my dominar UG. Is it ok if it runs on stock spark plugs?

[@automotive_VEGETA_98]

Does this iridium spark plug improve the throttle response?.

[@maruthigs1026]

Love you brother No channels gives knowledge about motorcycles ... They just give specifications hope u do more and more informative videos for moto enthusiasts

[@alexa.3840]

Hello Vikas , from what i know , regular sparkplugs work fine with carburator engine and iridium with injection engines...so if you dont have a injection engine do not put iridium sparkplugs beacause will not work ok, use regular sparkplugs

[@munawwarchishty7595]

Right

[@miguelpaneda1607]

,so in general, , copper plugs are better than iridium? When it comes to performance...

[@Strangerer69]

After watching this 3 hour video, I think I learned how to design and manufacture my own spark plug.

[@souvikhalder5505]

Sir which spark plug can I use for Duke390

[@ronniedleo3907]

Hats off to ur knowledge sir

[@victor7620]

Which is better for my Harley iron 883 Screaming eagle spark plug or NGK iridium spark plug??? Ur advice will be highly appreciated thank u sir..

[@kams_4760]

You provide the most interesting information I also have Yamaha .

[@UNBIASEDCOMMENT]

these are honest tips before buying a product.

[@gomezshilu7987]

Hi bro, Iam an Apache RTR 200 owner, I changed my stock plug and used apache 180's twin electrode spark Plug. My fuel efficiency increases a lot by almost 10kmpl and I got extra bass note from my exhaust, but I felt the drop in power and even missing in many cases.

[@Sector001ked]

Thank you for this informative vid!

[@ஸ்ரீகுறும்புஅம்மன்]

Thanks bro I was thinking for a iridium in my ybx high compression ratio now gave up it is not needed

[@KishoreCM18071997]

Hi vikas, does the fuel quality effect the life of spark plugs? Also, is Indian Oil Xtra mile and such petrols with fuel efficiency additives degrade the engine / fuel injector / sparkplug life?

[@9885885402]

Very informative thanks buddy

[@rondhole]

it is about durability for 200k Km with iridium plugs. important in v6 transverse engine that takes 3-4 h job to do spakplugs change instead of 10 minutes

[@arnabpalchowdhury826]

Sir, According to owner mannul of my 400cc bike spark plug should be cchanged at 15000 to 20000 km. So in that case if I replace it with irridium one to get the benifit of longivity only, will it be a better choice for me? Please reply. Thanks in advance.

[@musaibahmed5728]

Hai sir Ur channel just stunning 😁 and very helpful ☺️. Sir but I need one suggestion, as I have duke 200 2014 model I need to change my chain sprocket... So shall I go to stock one r Rolon brass sporket kit...? Please I'll be waiting for Ur reply sir....

[@bhagavanbhk4635]

iridium spark plug is whether available for chetak scooter 1994 model??

[@mrthomasburns1]

Thanks you said it so well 👏 👍

[@zesmarkdupahnay3463]

I was thinking of spending a little money buying an iridium sparkplug for my raider 150 but it seems changing my sparkplug to iridium i really need to spend more money to buy some performance cdi and even the ignition coil i think just to improve or to feel the performance of it but the only reason why I'm buying iridium is if the myth is true about less consumption of gasoline in the engine..bcoz gasoline price now a this days are high..

[@peterj9700]

Which iridium plug is best for mileage and compatible with Royal Enfield

[@soundtitan8760]

Hello brother how are you. Just wanted to ask you that could I install NGK's sparkplug in my KTM RC200 and if yes which one would be the best option

[@smartbikers4550]

Bhai Can I Install Slipper Clutch In 160 4v? Its 200 4v slipper clutch?

[@sameerprasad.motorcycling]

Changing spark plug around 10k kms increase the mileage??

[@dazcanny]

what a lovely video full of knowledge

[@rvkvikas]

Thanks for watching mate. Hope you enjoy my other videos too and hope you subscribe

[@42addy]

Hey Vikas.. can you please let us know whether Wrapping your bike is legal or not?

[@shamanths8900]

Bro single head spark plug is better or twin head ?

[@aswinalbert2525]

Vikas What about NGK laser iridium Spark plug. I am using in my Duke 390..

[@abhishekbose317]

I too want to fit the ngk laser iridium on my duke 390..can u plz tell me abt ur experience? How much time did u use it and is it safe for the engine? And abt a bit of pros and cons? Do reply..will be very much obliged..

[@arijeetmandal]

Please tell me that where should i buying

[@ketankadam5669]

It will make you vehicle smoother if your existing plug was faulty.

[@Sumanthsumu734]

Where were you all these days I was missing u so much I was checking if u were active and was I getting the notification or not... Now ur videos are getting less views because of ur inactivity pls crrct this sir and be active Lv u sir😘

[@rvkvikas]

Thanks very much for the support bro. Means a lot.

[@Sumanthsumu734]

Tq sir for ur rply 😍

[@psychebyteswithnitesh]

Sir i have a avenger 180 and it has crossed 20k kms recently which sparkplug should i buy

[@prabhatsagar6002]

Splender mein use kar sakte hai.

[@papamrk1343]

The simple answer is IRIDIUM IS A MORE DURABLE METAL AND WILL LAST LONGER...PERIOD. It doesnt boost, provide any more power than any other spark plugs. Now that being said, in the old days, you can reach for your plugs with one hand and have a beer in the other. Now a days, Manufacturers are situating these spark plugs in locations that are not as easy to access. So having a spark plug that can last longer, you wont have to take apart you engine as much..saving money.

[@silversurfer890]

i own NS200 2017 bs4 model.. recently am facing a weired issue.. my bike is lagging after crossing 6000 RPM.!! i tried cleaning carburetor ,also changed my spark plug ...!! still am facing this issue .. what could the reason ???

[@bumblequiz]

Should I put Iridium spark plugs in my Renault Kwid 1000 cc car. I feel a lag while in first gear while pick up

[@jps8941]

Something to think about is how long you will have you're bike, spending that much on plugs and only having the bike for a maybe 5000 or 10,000 KM seems like a waste of money . A friend of mine just put them in his bike it has over 150000 and all ready started looking at other bikes it mite take him a year or more to find one but is it worth it.

[@nickicruz3658]

Thumbs up..Very good info

[@rvkvikas]

Thank you, hope you subscribe.

[@JR1300r]

Iridium plugs are good when fitted in vehicles that are hard to get to the plugs BUT I would not want to leave any plugs in for a long time as they might sieze in the hole Also plugs need to be regularly checked to make sure engine is running correctly Especially two strokes I have checked Iridium plugs gaps and found that the gap has changed This is on engines that I fitted the plugs and knew that they were correct I have done fuel consumption tests after fitting Iridium plugs and found no difference in fuel used

[@rvkvikas]

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[@eclcliez]

should we change base on the mileage or base on time? my maintenance show it replace at 100k/60months but my mileage 80k and 60 months.. should i drive another 20k km?

[@divyasingha]

Sir You are amazing.I read some where if i use iridium spark plug in my yamaha fz ,which has copper spark plug, it will melt the valves.is it true ?

[@sunnytaneja3395]

Kindly tell the code for original NGK plug for hero splendor

[@eicmotovlog]

On mitsubishi. The stock spark plugs are iridium. I changed it to regular. It became poor in performance with high gas consumption.

[@rvkvikas]

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[@ajayakrishnam1661]

Do You Recommend To Use NGK Iredium Spark Plug For KTM Duke200.Because For Every 7500kms The Spark Plug Has To Be Replaced According To Manuel.So Should I Replace The Spark Plug To NGK So That No Need Of Changing Every Time.?

[@rvkvikas]

Yes bro, go ahead. But please make sure to buy original. Cheers.

[@apoorvattavar1908]

Which iridium spark plug recommended for meteor 350 modal number

[@sumanmondal4606]

Can I use only sparkplugs in NS200 bs6? Is it even worth it?

[@saipavan4780]

Is it worth to put iridium spark plug for activa 110cc ??

[@purnendusarkar1734]

Bhai mere pas pulser 220 F BS-III MODEL hai. Superbly well maintained. Done only 22, 000 kms. Main mere pulser 220 me IRIDIUM SPARK PLUG install karne ke liye soch raha hun. Konsa iridium spark plug sabse accha or compaitable hoga mere bike ke liye please suggest karo bhai. Amazon website pe bohut sare iridium spark plug hai..... Main confuse hun konsa lena chahiye, konsa compaitable hoga........ So please help me out bhai ....... Reply urgent please... 💕🙏

[@BhaveshSinghBhanucsgo]

Can u plz tell me stock ns200 sprak plugs ??