ninjette.org - View Single Post

jkv45 · September 18th, 2013, 06:36 AM

A F.I. bike will do odd things if the battery voltage is low, so do check it to confirm it's in the normal range. Checking the voltage while cranking it over will give you the best indication of the strength of the battery. I'd say if it was under 11V it's not up to par.

The next thing would be fuel - how old is it? Has the tank been low for an extended period of time? Could there be condensation from temperature changes? If there's any question, always start your trouble-shooting with fresh fuel. An occasional dose of fuel system cleaner like Techron Concentrate (not sure what you can get there) at 1oz per gal never hurts either.

Also check the air filter and snorkel to confirm everything is in order.

September 18th, 2013, 06:36 AM	#6
jkv45 Rev Limiter Name: Jay Location: WI Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '06 SV650n, '00 Derbi GPR, '64 CA77 Dream 305, '70 CL450 Scrambler, numerous dirt bikes Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '18, Oct '16	A F.I. bike will do odd things if the battery voltage is low, so do check it to confirm it's in the normal range. Checking the voltage while cranking it over will give you the best indication of the strength of the battery. I'd say if it was under 11V it's not up to par. The next thing would be fuel - how old is it? Has the tank been low for an extended period of time? Could there be condensation from temperature changes? If there's any question, always start your trouble-shooting with fresh fuel. An occasional dose of fuel system cleaner like Techron Concentrate (not sure what you can get there) at 1oz per gal never hurts either. Also check the air filter and snorkel to confirm everything is in order.