OEM from Singapore.slow boatand ridiculous price. And STILL wont start. When you start here, you can keep tracing it back until you find your ignition or spark issue. This will prevent the flow of fuel and therefore your bike will not be able to start. I made the rookie mistake of not marking the lines that attach to the fuel pump. Afterward, you will want to wash things off with water to get rid of your cleaning chemicals. 24 Years. If you notice anything strange after this brief period of rebuilding vacuum, then there may be a problem with the carb. Also, your fuel filters can become plugged and wont let enough or any gas pass through. Thanks for posting on r/MechanicAdvice! A better fuel pump is on the way. Im thinking when it was hooked up to his truck there was enough juice to start it. 320-358-3409 or by email at techsupport@denniskirk.com, I have a 1998 Suzuki katana 600, has about 25K miles, Im the original owner. I also voltage tested and it showed nothing out of the ordinary. Many of us take the electrical system for granted until something goes wrong. Ive tried with choke on and off. It will start up if I crank on it for a minute and find the right spot in the throttle, then itll only run as long as I hold the throttle half open and it runs at 6000 rpms. Close. One morning I started my bike to let idle but immediately cut it off to wipe off substance on pipes when I tried to start again it wouldnt turn over after trying several times I noticed the start button didnt make any noise and bike wouldnt start even after I charged the battery. Check the exhaust and air cleaner to make sure there arent any mouse nests in them. I took the bike to the shop and they were lost, they couldnt figure out why my bike wouldnt start. Hi i have a suzuki gsxr 600 k6 in the shop , bike came in and the owner said the previous owner did bearings , big ends and mains , and he also did the head, he told me there was no compression, so as i opened the bike , i saw the timing was not set right, took out the motor , looked for bent valves and the was nothing, i re-seeted the valves , set the timing right, checked valve clearance and everything, bike does not want to start, injectors fuel pump everything 100%, but looking at the spark, took out one supressor plug and i fitted a new plug to see if it has spark, found that it only has spark when its not earthed , holding it close to the throttle body it sparks nice, holding it strait against the throttle body , then it does not have spark, can that be the problem why its not starting, and if so whats wrong? the motor crank but doesnt want to start.what could the problem be? 2014 Harley Breakout. They fire two inch rings in 3-5 seconds. Is there even gas in the tank? Ryan, What else can I try?? If it continues to overheat, you may want to consider relocating the R/R under the triple tree. As of 5 p.m. local . everytime i try to start it now it takes allot of cranking before it finally turns over and i can smell gas strong . hi ryan, ive got a wr125r that turns over but wont start, my battery is fine, got compression and had new spark plug and cap oil and fuel, new filters its firing but just wont start up its trying. After that it would not start. What is your take on this? No horn, blinkers, nothing. Ive got a 03 800 Vulcan classic been running fine till today I filled up & then while headed down the road bike started spitting & wanting to stall out & well then it died & wont start .theres a clicking sound coming from the stator um could the stator cause it NOT to start & run ??? I have a bobbered out 2002 Honda rebel 250cc. Checking the simplest things first will save you time down the road. My job is at risk for the cause of lack of transportationtransportation.. When I press the starter button sometimes itll start sometimes it wont. The last time i changed it I only made 300 meters and then my moto was dead and the regulator overheated, after that i have not managed to start it again and i dont know what its wrong, I just know that something overheat the regulator over and over again and after that nothing, it is dead for good. I dont hear the typical sound of it firing, any suggestions? Soda and a wire brush works well! Hey Brandon, does it seem like the fuel is being pumped? Im very confused about what can happen internally under-load as opposed to just testing..OHMs and AC voltagenot under-load.in gear..bike weight and rider weight. Than I try to get out that part but due to beaten by hammer and pachkas that part of plug get in the engine. I keep thinkingitll snap to attention after.this next thing.and doest. Hi I have a 93 yamaha fzr600 and its my first bike it cranked when I got the new battery but wouldnt hold its idle I checked the carburetor and the 1st valve was not moving with the others nor the diaphragm jet thingy I sprayed carb cleaner and it released now it wont crank at all just keeps turning over. Do you have a lithium battery installed on the motorcycle? Earlier in the processyes.with bad rubber and worn seas. Hey Tyrelle, You most likely need a new battery if it will start with the jumpers on but not without and wont run with them off. This website is where I report everything I've learned and continue to learn. Had compression checked on all 4 cylinders. To check the compression, you will need a compression tester. A compelling community experience for all motorcyclists, since 1998. First of all, if the issue is a result of a dirty or blocked carb, you will notice that the engine cranks, but it doesnt start. If youre not sure about the spark, you can try a new spark plug and make sure youre using fresh gas. Im having an issue with 96 kawasaki vulcan 800 classic please help! If one or all of your cylinders have low or no compression, your engine will not fire properly or at all. One of my mechanic budseven did a compression test on cylinder 3 (I was having issues with it warming upealier in the rebuild process. Make sure the fuel lines are not clogged or pinched. Has New battery and clean carb. Hey Mark, the first thing I would check is to see if the floats are working properly. You do not want to forget to connect any hoses or plugs. I thought the starter was out because it sounded like it was just spinning. Check the air filter to make sure that it isnt plugged up too. Still no power band above 8500 (in first and 2nd)..struggles mightily in 3rd, 4th.at 6500 rpms. You can call them at 320-358-3409 or by email at techsupport@denniskirk.com. Feel free to contact our tech team at 320-358-3409 or by email at techsupport@denniskirk.com to help you further. Bike just clicks like a battery? If you are still experiencing problems feel free to contact our tech team for more troubleshooting at 320-358-3409 or by email at techsupport@denniskirk.com. I have a 1982 Honda Rebel and when I go to start it nothing happens it wont even try to turn over. Well when I came out to go home it wouldnt start, no lights or power nothing. Cycle wont climb above 8000 rpm in 1st, 2nd.feelslike it just isnt getting enough fuel at 6000-6500 rpms in 3rd, 4th. Hi Michelle, if you have access to another battery, I would try that first. Try changing out your plugs to see if the results are any different. You might want to save testing for compression until its the only thing left to troubleshoot. I thought I looked there but didnt see this stator. Hey Mike, Does it seem like it is flooded? Is it possible the injectors are clogged as well. Make sure that your key is turned to On or Run and that the kill switch is in the Run position as well. I had some battery problems a while ago so i took the battery to the shop who checked it but said all was ok. Got it home, leaked oil, started rough, kept stalling and smoking. Hey Ryan I stumbled on your site and this is a long shot but here goes. its not air, fuel, spark, or compression 100%. A clogged vent tube on your gas tank can also restrict the gas from flowing through the system. Stock is 107.5 on a Yamaha FZ 600 (86-88).waiting on some 105s. Hey Harry, contact our Tech Support Team and they will be able to help troubleshoot step by step to find the issue. A great place to start is at your spark plugs. Also check to make sure the engine has sufficient compression to run. please help, thank you. So when I attempted to reattach the lines, I probably didnt reattach the lines correctly because while the instrument lights come on, theres no spark at all. installed it and now it turns over but. I have since stripped it right back, iyt of frame. Those are air, fuel, spark, and compression. I have spark, turns over with new battery, pulled fuel injectors out and tested them. yes the plugs did cost $7.49 each plus tax and the ngk cr8eix plugs cost only $15.00 each x4 but it depends on how well you want the motor to preform for you! Fuel lines can dry out and crack. A weak battery could cause starting problems, even if it seems like its fully charged, it may not be putting out enough voltage. link to Can A Loose Motorcycle Chain Cause Vibration. With no fuel, the engine will not run at all. I checked the battery and it registered 13.2x volts. Hi Don, First you need to find out if the engine is turning over when the starter spins. there is safety switches on some brake and clutch levers that could be bad or sticking.check kill switch to see if it work proper. If you have access to spare coils, you can try swapping parts or you can test the parts with a load tester. My Bike stops suddenly and ll nevr start again for few days.It is happening regulalrly.After some days if i try it l start but again the prob perists.I tried choke also but it l never start for few days.Please advice.Its 120cc hondqa passion. They testedto spec. If you are still having problems with the flow of your fuel, you will need to clean the carbs. Your bike will either run rough or not start at all without the proper amounts of any of those elements. It was very clean and I didn't muck with the jets. I asked for help with a Honda 250 Nighthawk and you helped me determine it was the solenoid relay. bike will not start when cold unless you pull start it. Ive been fiddling with it for most of the winter months. You can take the float and the other carb pieces off and soak them in a cleaner. Hi Mr.walker, maybe corroded battery cables or just your ignition switch. The light inside the tachometer flickers. Since then I have replace the spark plugs, wires, and coil. Ryan suggested that I call their tech advice hotline. I have a 1996 Yamaha Varago 1100 Try cycling the fuel pump about 5 times to get the gas pushed through. Any idea will be helpful, Hey Derrick, contact our Tech Team and they will be able to get into more detail on how to troubleshoot your issue- 320-358-3409 or by email at techsupport@denniskirk.com, Very strange electric problem. Hey George. Im not sure thats truebut thats what Ive read and heard from my mechanic buds). turns over fine but doesnt fire up, i check ignition resistor it was burnt-out so i replace and resolder a 100ohms resistor, also i replace ignition coil,sparkplugs ,pickups,stator,rectifier,battery main wire harness,junktionbox. 320-358-3409 or by email at techsupport@denniskirk.com. You should be able to see a spark from electrode traveling to the metal. Give the bike a close inspection to make sure everything else checks out fine and have fun riding! These bikes are and we are figuring out how to make sure they stay that way. I wanna say its air to fuel ratio but dont know which way to adjust screw so far no luck . I have an 02 gaze 1000 that would start fine. Any help? Your tech also suggested a smaller main jet. Switch engine on again wont start not charging .check volt 12.4. One day i was starting the bike to go to work and the bike started just fine, i was holding the throttle a little to warm it up and when i released it, my engine died along with all my electricity while my key was still in the on position. When my friend and I started taking things apart, I saw that there was a long hairline crack on the cylinder head. Im 250cc dirt bike wont start has good fuelair mixture.. Has a OK blue spark but not sure how good it has to be . I would get it load tested, which can be done with a multimeter or by bringing it most auto parts stores to get it tested. Help!! Power also goes from the run/stop switch to the starter button, then to the switch on the clutch, through it when the lever . I did.had a great conversation. So I drained the tank and purchased some Seafoam. If its around 10.5 its shot. Thank you. As my plugs show rich, no matter how I change the air/fuel mixture. Any wisdom would be greatly appreciated. Then before starting do a dry run. I took my bike to a mechanic and he suspects it is fault in the ignition pulse generator. Is there any spark at all? This will really help to get all the gunk to start coming off. Could this be the culprit? I have a 93 Suzuki Intruder 800 that that wont start. I just dont understand could you help me. Next, you will need a good cleaner that is safe to be used with plastics and rubbers. Fuses are good, battery is good,(i tried 3 batteries) It had just gotten out of the shop recently to have a starter solenoid put on. Check to make sure you are getting a good spark. The carburetor has the important job of mixing the fuel and air before it enters the engine. I can ride. please help? Make sure the needle/seat is clean and the float is working properly. But wanted start. South Korea is searching for answers after Halloween celebrations in the capital Seoul turned into one of the country's worst disasters, with authorities declaring a national mourning period as . thanks. Please help, Hi Juwan, it sounds like you might have a faulty relay. If youre still having some issues after you go through the carbs, feel free to contact our tech team to help troubleshoot further. Taken of the carb, witch looked amazingly clean. It died while driving it just shut off. Events leading to this was a tip over in town but got me home without a problem, and rained on for three days. Hi, I have a 1985 honda shadow vt500c . So, thats weird. Assumed my battery had died because the guy I bought bike from said he had never changed it. I bought a new starter and put it on and it basically sounds the same. Suzuki Intruder flasher relay. Don t know what to think. Little more information.. Ive had the bike since it was at 13,500 miles and it is now at 23,000 and although it is a well kept bike, ive never changed the spark plugs. Also the Oil pressure light goes out when I crank it, but no start. Spark plugs are good, new charged battery. A mechanic buddy.saidtake them outnot the problem, I did.still cant solve this. There are sensors that you should be able to test with a multi meter, could be barometric pressure, mass air flow, manifold air pressure, coolant temp sensor, clutch swith, neutral switch. i have a 1978 Kawasaki kz750, the engine wont fire up but will sit there and try to and tick while trying to turn on. Bought bike new, only has 10,000 miles on it and has never been stored outside. Hes convincedits not the motorcracked piston ring, worn cylinder.or valve not seating. So i was wondering could it just be a bad plug or could it be internal.? I got pointed in the direction of my STATOR.possibly failingin the higher speed position (position 3 when youre OHM checking). If it starts it will smoke for a bit but should gain the compression needed. Has a new battery. What. They just did the 8k service and new spark plugs before they sold it. Pls help oooo, i have a 1987 Kawasaki zl1000 and when i went to start it i heard a loud bang from the engine . They called a honda rep to come out and they came to the conclusion that it was my cdi box. I took a trip to the store the other day and noticed first that my bike would not idle down at stop signs or lignts it continued to rev/high. Jun 4, 2016. Hey, check to make sure the main fuse is not blown. You can check out this article for troubleshooting tips-https://www.denniskirk.com/learn/how-to-diagnose-motorcycle His premise being.bike would be running like crap..earlier in the RPM range.it is not. Thanks Ryan, ill test out the bike with a new battery and see how it works out. Hi Mark my sons got a Vuca Scooter its been standing for 2 years, what can I do to start it. But failing something simple like a dead battery or loose connection, your 1500LC probably needs the new stator assembly. Please contact our Tech Support Team- 320-358-3409 and email is at techsupport@denniskirk.com. It wasnt clear if the stator that showed up.when I typed in Yamaha 1987 FZ 600would work?Let me know. Check your battery cables at to starter relay. But since he said there was a dead battery issue. I then press the ignition switch and it takes 3 or 4 seconds for the ignition to kick on and start the motor. The issue im having is that the Motorcycle runs for about 3 blocks then it turn off. Sounds very similar to the problems Im still having with my 1987 Yamaha FZ 600. I checked the battery connections and they are tight. Those are air, fuel, spark, and compression. Everything else works it just wont start. Ive got a carb issue. Cant test ride. I am curious if there are any tips or tricks to get the chunks of rust out. Then again starting problem occurred .Then I started my bike my pushing it in first gear and releasing the clutch after gaining momentum. my rewire have tried all he can do but still no positive result. My stator, ohm tested to spec in all three positions. Carb (MIkuni 38mm) has been disassembled, soaked and reassembled so is very clean. Hopefully these steps will get your motorcycle back on the road where it belongs, but if you are still experiencing issues, check out Dennis Kirks Tech Team for additional help. Your motorcycle might not start after cleaning the carburetor because you may have put the float back together upside down. Are you sure that you reconnected all of the vacuum lines? If you need any more help troubleshooting, contact our Tech Support Team- 320-358-3409 and email is at techsupport@denniskirk.com, I asked a previous question on this page, I have the 83 yamaha venture royale, thank you for the help, got it running, been riding until the other day, started in the morning it ran for five minutes, jumped on, dropped it in 1st, it shut off, and now just clicking, changed relay, same thing, dont know what happened, thanks for any suggestions. Bad choke ?? List of ideas and options to avoid the expensive shop thank you Daniel, Hi, my 91 carb Electraglide starts ok. Thank you. Soon as i back off throttle it rides fine. The third ride I rode for 1/2 hour fine then just died on me. Infinity Sports. Has me sobummed..and I aint a dummy or ham handed. Hey Jeff, what did the battery test at? Make sure there are no air leaks, the spark plug is plugged in, and clean out the jets and ports. Please time Running out. All seems to be in order but she just wont start. 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