04-13-2010, 09:22 PM
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High idle after using choke to start.
When using the choke to start my 2006 GZ250 the engine idles at a high speed for a long period of time...too long...I have to ride it for 15 to 20 minutes before it will idle normally...anyone experienced this before? Any suggestions?
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04-13-2010, 09:33 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
Seafoam.
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04-13-2010, 09:41 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
Also you can check for sticking choke cable,or plugged air filter.Welcome to the fourm!
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04-13-2010, 09:45 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
Seafoam???????????????????
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04-13-2010, 09:56 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
SEAFOAM is a carb cleaner that is added to the gas.
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04-13-2010, 09:58 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
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I just did some quick research and it sounds like good stuff. It's a fuel additive that removes carbon deposits / varnish from fuel system and combustion chamber. I'm going to get some and try it out.
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04-13-2010, 10:07 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
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It also has some fuel system cleaning ability; for that there are other things that work better. If you need some carb cleaner, Berryman's B12 Chemtool and Original Gumout are better...and cheaper too. 
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
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The choke is NOT an all or nothing affair. It only needs to be on enough to keep the idle speed slightly above normal until it gets warm. Try adjusting it toward the OFF setting enough to slow the idle speed down to where it sounds comfortable. You should be able to start it with about 1/2 to 3/4 choke....and don't touch the throttle until you hear signs of life. 
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04-13-2010, 10:15 PM
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Re: High idle after using choke to start.
Welcome to the forum sfetterman, you're member number 1,000 !!! :2tup: :rawk: :cool: :techy: :bow:
Re: your problem, assuming you put the choke handle partially back once it's started up and totally when it's warmed up, I'm also thinking of the choke cable being stuck, it may need some oil.
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