Starting problem with my FXR

**EJK** · 22nd February 2008, 22:07

OK, every morning I have to push start 3 times (or more) to start the bike.

I'm not sure whats the problem but its either the Carb or Elec problem.

Now, this evening after work, I bump started (ofcourse) and went on my way home. But tonight, the bike seems to cough below 5,000rpm!

So, who wants to take my bike for a night and try and started in the mornings to see whats the problem? I don't want to take it to Colemans Suzuki...

Txt or PM

021-0265-4015

P.S. I think I need to replace my carb. I dunno.

**Squiggles** · 23rd February 2008, 00:58

bets that it'll go first time for me again?
I doubt electrical unless that batt is poked

**EJK** · 23rd February 2008, 01:00

GIJOE suggests that it's a spark plug?

**xwhatsit** · 23rd February 2008, 01:13

Wasn't the carb falling off before? Check it's securely attached. Apparently the little round screw-clamp thing that goes over the rubber boot magically came undone last time -- perhaps it comes undone with vibrations over time.

**EJK** · 23rd February 2008, 01:15

Steve, wanna have a look again? lol

**EJK** · 23rd February 2008, 13:52

OK, the bike is not starting.

It needs to be loaded or towed to be moved. The bike is in Albany.

send txt for more info

021-0265-4015

**breakaway** · 23rd February 2008, 14:16

Damn, I'm keen as to help, unfortunately I have no clue

However I had the 'coughing' problem you described - the SV was sitting before I got it, it turns out carbs were WAY out of Sync (but obviously that's not your problem here).

You might want to try running a few tanks of "Fuchs Carb clean" (available at Mt Eden Mc). Basically you add a bit to your fuel when you fill up and it cleans the shit out of the carb.

**EJK** · 25th February 2008, 10:49

Thats it, my patience has ended. I'm taking it to a workshop.

P.S. The airbox was (again) filled with petrol. I drained it out but still it wont start

**xwhatsit** · 25th February 2008, 11:00

Don't mean to sound like an arse, but we're talking almost identical symptoms to last time. Have you checked the carb is securely attached and there's no leaks in the manifold?

**fireball** · 25th February 2008, 11:38

oh EJ sounds like you got 'el cheapo le mon'
but dont worry my bike wont start either and holeshot are picking my bike up from out east....

you just have to laugh, really thats all you can do

**EJK** · 25th February 2008, 15:35

Originally Posted by xerxesdaphat

Don't mean to sound like an arse, but we're talking almost identical symptoms to last time. Have you checked the carb is securely attached and there's no leaks in the manifold?

I was wandering about that too

The carb is securely attached but I think the carb's inside is broken or something. Meh I dunno...

**FROSTY:Me** · 25th February 2008, 15:41

Dude iffn she wont turn over on the starter either A tis le batter is poked or you have issues re the carby.
Um doesn't the FXR have a kick start as well as lekkie?
Can you get a lift over to westyland--you can borrow LE KB van

**Maha** · 25th February 2008, 15:43

push start 3 times

EJ ...you aint pushing hard enough, when you get close to the cliff, let it go!

**EJK** · 25th February 2008, 15:45

The bike is in Colemans Suzuki. It's not touched (no bill atm) so it is possible to be picked up from the Workshop anytime

yes, FXR does have a kick start but someone tried to steal it some nights ago hence broken kick starter.

It can be bump started tho (well... not anymore)

**Squiggles** · 25th February 2008, 15:54

I can take another look, not great with carbs but can usually pick when something is out of place, reset float, check maniold etc etc Have access to a trailer here but i dont drive

Rob is coming out this way tomorrow though, so maybe we'd be able to get it if he brings a car...