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11 Jun 2016 07:40 #730933
by Springride
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I have a 77 kz400 - just recently had a tune up, along with the carbs cleaned out, new spark plugs, etc. It rode great, then I didn't ride it for about a week (outside under a cover). Today, it would loose power unless I kept the choke open a quarter to half of the way. Any thoughts on what could be happening? After the tune up, it ran well both in the morning at 55 degrees and in the hot afternoons. Today was about 60 degrees. Can gas go bad and gunk up a carb that quickly? In previous seasons, it would sit for a couple weeks no problem, but I used to have it in a garage - would that make a difference?
I appreciate any help - I hate to bring it back to the mechanics and spend more money if there is a quick fix...
I appreciate any help - I hate to bring it back to the mechanics and spend more money if there is a quick fix...
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11 Jun 2016 11:06 #730957
by TexasKZ
1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
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Replied by TexasKZ on topic Choke
Do you have a new fuel filter in place? You could have some debris in one of the carbs.
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2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough
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12 Jun 2016 22:23 #731160
by jdvorchak
Don't fix it until it's broken.
John
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2010 Harley Ultra Classic Limited, 2008 Harley low rider 71 CB350/sidecar
Replied by jdvorchak on topic Choke
Honestly if you just paid to have the tune up and carbs cleaned I'd take it back to the shop and let them take a look with the understanding that you already paid for this work once. It could be something as simple as a vacuum line came loose.
Don't fix it until it's broken.
John
83 KZ550M1
83 KZ1100LTD
Also own:
2010 Harley Ultra Classic Limited, 2008 Harley low rider 71 CB350/sidecar
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