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Old 09-24-2010, 07:10 PM   #14
Easy Rider
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Re: Can't get my bike started.

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Originally Posted by db274302
Thanks again for the replies,
When I try to start the engine the starter is strong at first but gradually drops off as I try.
Sounds to me like possibly three things are wrong here:

1) Choke technique. What are you doing with the choke ??

2) Battery sounds like it's about done for. Charging might get it going again......until it sits unused for a week again.

3) When you get it running again, I recommend a dose of carb cleaner; I like Berrymans B12 Chemtool.

This should also be treated as a reminder to check the air filter and plug.......and change both if they haven't been lately.
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