Woodhill Two-Man Series

**SpikedPunch** · 29th July 2009, 18:41

Originally Posted by L Rider

she was gonna try that next i think

That'll be the next option..I should really start my own thread, gotta stop hijacking others, bikes got enough issues for one!

**Reckless** · 29th July 2009, 21:02

Originally Posted by SpikedPunch

Gave this a go, no oil, no crushed wires either. It is a mystery!

Originally Posted by cheese

Sparkplug lead!!

Originally Posted by L Rider

she was gonna try that next i think

Originally Posted by oldskool

Hopefully it isn't something too costly like the CDI unit

Originally Posted by SpikedPunch

That'll be the next option..I should really start my own thread, gotta stop hijacking others, bikes got enough issues for one!

Did he do this

**SpikedPunch** · 29th July 2009, 21:04

Originally Posted by Reckless

Did he do this

No, but I could try it

**Reckless** · 29th July 2009, 21:24

You've checked the kill switch thing as suggested before!
and a loose or dodgy connection anywhere in the circuit!

OK then here we go!
Firstly do you have spark at the plug when kicking it over with the plug in the cap an resting/earthing on the engine.
If not try a new plug
If still no spark cut the lead like I described and refit the cap try again! Having a good look at the old lead for breaks.
You could hold the end of the lead (using pliers) with the newly cut end 3mm from the plug while its in the head and see if spark jumps the gap when you kick it, as a test.
If you get spark another cap is needed!
If still no spark take the cover of the magneto side and make sure it isn't full of water and rust.
Pretty simple little tests that will eliminate alot of troublesome areas.

Then you might have to look at
the plug lead or coil or CDI or get someone who knows!
Best I can do over the net!

**SpikedPunch** · 29th July 2009, 21:38

Originally Posted by Reckless

You've checked the kill switch thing as suggested before!
and a loose or dodgy connection anywhere in the circuit!

OK then here we go!
Firstly do you have spark at the plug when kicking it over with the plug in the cap an resting/earthing on the engine.

Done this, it's sweet

Got spark, fuel is free flowing, and compression is good with lovely new piston and rings.

If not try a new plug
If still no spark cut the lead like I described and refit the cap try again! Having a good look at the old lead for breaks.
You could hold the end of the lead (using pliers) with the newly cut end 3mm from the plug while its in the head and see if spark jumps the gap when you kick it, as a test.

Will try this, ta

If still no spark take the cover of the magneto side and make sure it isn't full of water and rust.

Tried this as per clminties suggestion, it's all good in there.
Ta for help! What I'm worried about is when I try and kick it over it's gonna go and then I won't know what caused it to crap out twice - an unreliable bike is no fun.

**camchain** · 29th July 2009, 22:12

0.2c - Getting spark so doesn't sound like kill switch - BUT they can cause intermittant probs when knocked about. The switch (on handlebar) is really quite flimsy inside. Mine was a bit manky when I pulled it apart to check, resoldered terminals etc but really better to replace if any doubt, They're about $25 i think.

**barty5** · 29th July 2009, 22:17

Originally Posted by camchain

0.2c - Getting spark so doesn't sound like kill switch - BUT they can cause intermittant probs when knocked about. The switch (on handlebar) is really quite flimsy inside. Mine was a bit manky when I pulled it apart to check, resoldered terminals etc but really better to replace if any doubt, They're about $25 i think.

if you suspect it just unplug it then try starting

**Reckless** · 29th July 2009, 23:05

Originally Posted by SpikedPunch

Done this, it's sweet

Got spark, fuel is free flowing, and compression is good with lovely new piston and rings.

Will try this, ta

Tried this as per clminties suggestion, it's all good in there.
Ta for help! What I'm worried about is when I try and kick it over it's gonna go and then I won't know what caused it to crap out twice - an unreliable bike is no fun.

OK so you've got spark at the plug. Is it a good fat blue spark or a barely visable thin thing?? Just because you can see some sort of spark doesn't mean its good enough to make it go? If its a good spark then Electrics may not be your problem unless the timing has gone way way off??

Secondly just because the fuel is free flowing out the hose doesn't mean its getting to the cyclinder. After a few kicks with the choke on or throttle open remove the plug does it look wet like the fuel is present?? You have just had it apart maybe if the electrics are ok there is some shit in the carb??
Dunno pretty hard over the net?

**camchain** · 29th July 2009, 23:11

Originally Posted by barty5

if you suspect it just unplug it then try starting

Yeah, it's probably fine but they can seem ok then play up. Made me think of it again because bike seems to be a prob when she falls off? Maybe the little plate that completes the circuit inside switch is getting jammed on then popping back again later.
Edit: Uh, I thought bike was going again but just trying to suss out why it stops?

**cheese** · 30th July 2009, 11:21

Sounds like we all need to converge at spikes house and break out the big hammers.

**flyingcr250** · 18th August 2009, 21:34

looking forward to the second round

**vazza** · 18th August 2009, 21:39

Question Tony, I seem to remember you saying at the first round that the last 2 rounds would both be at the leightons farm? It says round 2 is off rimmers road on your site. Whats the deal yo?