Question about ATVs

Why do I have to keep artic cat half choked to keep running. when I give it gas it spudders and backfires

Cleaned and put carb kit in. also changed spark plug

1 Answer

Bruce Mommaerts

Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Scholar:

An expert who has written 20 answers of more than 400 characters.

New Friend:

An expert that has 1 follower.
Expert
119 Answers

A couple of suggestions: Make sure that the gasket seal is good between carb and engine. I had a similar problem with my Cat 500 and found that the choke was sticking. I sprayed down the carb with Gunk and made sure all moving parts were not hanging up. I also put anti fogging oil in the gas to help clean jets and ports hard to clean with a carb rebuild.

Posted on Dec 31, 2014

Add Your Answer

Upload

Upload an image from your computer

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

Loading...

Include an image. It's worth a thousand words.

prev next

Related Questions:

2 Answers

What should I check to repair this problem? Vehicle has spark and gass flow, but will not fire.

that leaves compression

or coil....can be ok when cold fails when hot

rings worn or valve clearance to check

Oct 12, 2016 | ATVs

1 Answer

I gutted the carb everything was clean.jets out and they was clean,the motor has had a big bore kit installed and the carb wasn't changed or the fireing could any of those things cause these issues

something is still wrong in the carby or the fuel lines to the carby
did you check the float level before assembly
Change the plug leads to a better quality and replace the plugs
is the exhaust system clean and not blocked with carbon or rust

Dec 23, 2015 | Arctic Cat 2004 400 DVX

1 Answer

I got a polaris sportsman 500 HO I changed stator ignition and spark plug now it cranks fine and idols good but when give has it boggs and back fires can someone help with this

Check air filter make sure its clean, fuel lines are clear and filter clean or new, is the gas old? Carb or injector? if carb possible needs cleaning. could also be fowled plug

Sep 03, 2015 | ATVs

2 Answers

Have 2000 artic cat 400 that run half choke but when give it gas spudders and backfires.

take carburator off take float bowl off carefuly not to lose parts
it has two jets one big one small remove and clean count turns as you remove replace the same turns

Dec 30, 2014 | ATVs

2 Answers

Why cant anyone answer questions about this hawkeye atv

Have you checked the Spark Plug ? No Spark & No Fuel means not going to start and run. If you are getting fuel then your Spark plug may need to be cleaned or replaced or even re-gaped. Spark plugs have a tendency to get fouled out. Meaning oil gets on it and it can not throw a good spark. If you do have a good spark then check the choke and or the float in the carb.

Thanks for allowing my in-put!

Jun 08, 2014 | Polaris 2006 Hawkeye 4x4

1 Answer

Yamaha breeze 125 wont start.have checked spark plug & cleaned carb.My son got it bogged down pretty good in a mud & after we got it out it wouldnt start.What else could be the problem?

Have you checked for spark? That's where you need to go to first. Take out the plug, put it back on the plug wire and hold it against the cylinder head. Kick over the motor and watch for spark.

May 31, 2014 | RTO Quads 125cc Full Size Adult 4 Wheelers...

1 Answer

When I try starting it some times it will start other times it wont

If it turns over quickly, ... does the spark plug fire?,..put in new, correct NGK plug to begin, then make sure you have gas going to the carb, then see if gas flows out of the carb drain, (straight head screw)... gas should flow out freely. If its been sitting,, may need a carb cleaning...JUST CLEANING...NOT "rebuilt"...

Apr 06, 2014 | ATVs

1 Answer

06 king quad spark fails while riding

you are fouling spark plugs. the atv is running way too rich. either the air filter is super dirty or exhaust has been modified (race pipe, baffle removed, etc)

if none of those have been done then maybe your carburetor needle is stuck open and is flooding the motor and the carb needs cleaned.

Mar 31, 2014 | ATVs

1 Answer

Polaris 325 magnum spark plug change

The spark plug is on the left side (shifter) of the head,,..?/ this is August.. if the atv has been sitting the carb may need a qualified professional to clean it again.. Replace the spark plug before you squirt anything in the engine...

Jul 27, 2017 | Polaris ATV

2 Answers

I have a 2004 honda rancher 400cc and it won't idle.

clean idle jet. If that does not do it. back out fuel mixture screw 1/4 turn

Mar 09, 2010 | RTO Quads 125cc Full Size Adult 4 Wheelers...

Not finding what you are looking for?

View Most Popular

ATVs

What should I check to repair this problem? Vehicle has spark and gass flow, but will not fire.

ATVs

Open Questions:

0 Answers

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Are you an ATV Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

PDF Manual

Why do I have to keep artic cat half choked to keep running. when I give it gas it spudders and backfires

1 Answer

Bruce Mommaerts

Add Your Answer

Attachments: Added items

Related Questions:

What should I check to repair this problem? Vehicle has spark and gass flow, but will not fire.

I gutted the carb everything was clean.jets out and they was clean,the motor has had a big bore kit installed and the carb wasn't changed or the fireing could any of those things cause these issues

I got a polaris sportsman 500 HO I changed stator ignition and spark plug now it cranks fine and idols good but when give has it boggs and back fires can someone help with this

Have 2000 artic cat 400 that run half choke but when give it gas spudders and backfires.

Why cant anyone answer questions about this hawkeye atv

Yamaha breeze 125 wont start.have checked spark plug & cleaned carb.My son got it bogged down pretty good in a mud & after we got it out it wouldnt start.What else could be the problem?

When I try starting it some times it will start other times it wont

06 king quad spark fails while riding

Polaris 325 magnum spark plug change

I have a 2004 honda rancher 400cc and it won't idle.

Not finding what you are looking for?

ATVs

What should I check to repair this problem? Vehicle has spark and gass flow, but will not fire.

Open Questions:

How to change spark plug 325 magnum Polaris

my 2016 Polaris sportsman 450 will not start when you turn the key but all electric is good

How to remove values from 08 trx 700xx

2018 Sportsman 570 sp Power Steering out only after 30 hrs Giving me a code 520230 - code not in owners manual.

Related Topics:

Ask a Question

Top ATVs Experts

john h

Marvin

ray gallant

Are you an ATV Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Manuals & User Guides

Kawasaki KFX50 ATV Repair Manual.pdf....

2014 Polaris Sportsman 570.pdf....

Arctic_cat_2007_250_serviice...

Why do I have to keep artic cat half choked to keep running. when I give it gas it spudders and backfires

1 Answer

Bruce Mommaerts

Add Your Answer

Attachments: Added items

Related Questions:

What should I check to repair this problem? Vehicle has spark and gass flow, but will not fire.

I gutted the carb everything was clean.jets out and they was clean,the motor has had a big bore kit installed and the carb wasn't changed or the fireing could any of those things cause these issues

I got a polaris sportsman 500 HO I changed stator ignition and spark plug now it cranks fine and idols good but when give has it boggs and back fires can someone help with this

Have 2000 artic cat 400 that run half choke but when give it gas spudders and backfires.

Why cant anyone answer questions about this hawkeye atv

Yamaha breeze 125 wont start.have checked spark plug & cleaned carb.My son got it bogged down pretty good in a mud & after we got it out it wouldnt start.What else could be the problem?

When I try starting it some times it will start other times it wont

06 king quad spark fails while riding

Polaris 325 magnum spark plug change

I have a 2004 honda rancher 400cc and it won't idle.

Not finding what you are looking for?

ATVs

What should I check to repair this problem? Vehicle has spark and gass flow, but will not fire.

Open Questions:

How to change spark plug 325 magnum Polaris

my 2016 Polaris sportsman 450 will not start when you turn the key but all electric is good

How to remove values from 08 trx 700xx

2018 Sportsman 570 sp Power Steering out only after 30 hrs Giving me a code 520230 - code not in owners manual.

Related Topics:

Ask a Question

Popular Questions

How do I start my sons atv without the key(hotwire)

My polaris atv will not start, turns over but no

My 1999 polaris explorer will not go into 4 wheel

Sportsman 500 HO, stuck in reverse

2004 polaris sportsman 700 main Fuse?

Top ATVs Experts

john h

Marvin

ray gallant

Are you an ATV Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Manuals & User Guides

Kawasaki KFX50 ATV Repair Manual.pdf....

2014 Polaris Sportsman 570.pdf....

Arctic_cat_2007_250_serviice...