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Old September 6th, 2011, 05:04 PM   #1
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Engine shuts off when idling.

I just found a cheap bike, but the only issue the seller says that it has is that the engine shuts off when the bike idles. The only way to stop it is to keep the RPMs up.

From reading up on it, I think the carbs just need to be cleaned, but do you guys think it'll be an easy fix if I buy the bike?
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Old September 6th, 2011, 05:16 PM   #2
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It could be as simple as a carb cleaning, but impossible to know for sure until you tear into it. I'd make sure to get a good deal on it, as it's not in great running order at sale time. If you're unsure of the condition, having a trusted local mechanic do a once-over would likely be a good way to manage the risk.
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Old September 6th, 2011, 05:22 PM   #3
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Yeah it's listed at $1200, and I normally see Ninjas around $1700.

He does say that its the only problem, but I'm unsure since it'll be my first bike.
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Old September 6th, 2011, 05:24 PM   #4
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What year?
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Old September 6th, 2011, 05:28 PM   #5
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It's a 2004

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/mcy/2583737897.html
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Take it to Alan at Sportbike Dynamics right in Petaluma. He will do a pre-purchase inspection for free, and he'll do a more thorough once-over tune-up/check-up for $99.
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