Getting the Suzuki TS started

[Matariki]

700rpm doesn't sound that high ... my bikes idle around 900 to 1,000rpm ... and I had one that was a little higher ...

Sorry, I meant 7000 Rpm

[Katman]

With all due respect, you've been talking mechanics for the last three years and you still don't sound like you've learned a thing.

Save up and leave it to those who know what they're doing.

[Drew]

Ok, so I didn't get very far. I don't know how to readjust the throttle cable on the TS, or what it is I should be looking for. The manual states the following (the stuff in bold are the parts I don't get);



Based on this information, how do I figure out once I've adjusted correctly?
How and where do I measure the range of the cable outer?

It sounds to me, like the cable has been pulled out of it's seat at one end or the other. So, where the outer part of the cable meets the twist grip might have pulled out and be causing the slide to open in the carb. Or it could be at the other end. Either is common.

So, there's a little black rubber sleeve that goes over the cable where it meets the twist grip and another at the carb. Try sliding that rubber away from the carb and twist grip, while holding the cable outer. If the cable outer slides in a bit, you've found your problem. Alternatively, twist the throttle grip to the stop like you're giving it full gas, and wiggle the cable where it goes in to the grip and carb.

If it doesn't slide back in, (sometimes ya need to jiggle it round as the outer gets caught on the lip of the bit it seats in), then pull the rubber boot/sleeve down the cable and check to see if it's got that little bit of play. Just push and pull gently.

[Akzle]

i have had the same prob on the same bike.
It was stuck wot cos the main wasnt seating properly.
It takes about a minute to pull the top of the carb...

[Matariki]

With all due respect, you've been talking mechanics for the last three years and you still don't sound like you've learned a thing.

Save up and leave it to those who know what they're doing.

Yes, I have asked for the mechanic to come over and take the TS away for adjustments and what not, but he's unavailable today.
I respect your opinion, I am a slow learner, I admit that (I do have a learning disability). But I have learnt a few things, and I'm grateful for that.
If this thread or myself is frustrating you, then you don't have to respond, yet alone look at this thread. 2 strokes are beyond me, which is why I'm selling the TS. But in order to do that, first I need to get it up and running. I have referred to past threads I have made for any information or tips that could help me in this case, but so far I haven't had any luck.

[Matariki]

It sounds to me, like the cable has been pulled out of it's seat at one end or the other. So, where the outer part of the cable meets the twist grip might have pulled out and be causing the slide to open in the carb. Or it could be at the other end. Either is common.

So, there's a little black rubber sleeve that goes over the cable where it meets the twist grip and another at the carb. Try sliding that rubber away from the carb and twist grip, while holding the cable outer. If the cable outer slides in a bit, you've found your problem. Alternatively, twist the throttle grip to the stop like you're giving it full gas, and wiggle the cable where it goes in to the grip and carb.

If it doesn't slide back in, (sometimes ya need to jiggle it round as the outer gets caught on the lip of the bit it seats in), then pull the rubber boot/sleeve down the cable and check to see if it's got that little bit of play. Just push and pull gently.

Oh ok, thanks. That makes sense. I'll see if that fixes the problem.

[Matariki]

YAY! Its working now, and its idling happily at 2000 rpm. The problem was the throttle cable.
I am relieved.

Edit: The person was going to come over has changed their mind. I've learnt my lesson; check that bike is running first before advertising it . The TS is still for sale here if anyone is interested (I'll be placing it on trademe soon too): http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...post1130621608

[george formby]

I'm trying the best I can with what I've got in terms of experience (which is none).

I hit that wall all the time. If you don't know, you don't know. Obviously I can be of no mechanical help whatsoever beyond making tea & holding the end. If required.

[Drew]

I hit that wall all the time. If you don't know, you don't know. Obviously I can be of no mechanical help whatsoever beyond making tea & holding the end. If required.

Will you hold my end please?

[george formby]

Will you hold my end please?

Yup, just got to let me know how long & how much grip. If it looks messy I wear latex.

[Matariki]

I hit that wall all the time. If you don't know, you don't know. Obviously I can be of no mechanical help whatsoever beyond making tea & holding the end. If required.

I can get in the kitchen and make sandwiches.

[Drew]

Yup, just got to let me know how long & how much grip. If it looks messy I wear latex.

Might wanna double glove then.

I can get in the kitchen and make sandwiches.

Jesus titty fucken Christ! You don't wanna say stuff like that round here man.

Lemme know when the new bike won't start though. I can come visit a mate if his peado flat mate is out, and kill two birds with one stone if you're gonna make lunch!