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Michael Naughton Posted on Apr 10, 2015
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Choke needs 2 be up when driving motorbike, is dat bad for da bike?

When i stop driving and turn da choke off, da bike just cuts out. Wats da problem? Thnks

  • jimcatherina Apr 11, 2015

    Hi Michael if your sure of the carbs check for air leaks in front of the carbs if its ok check compression and valve clearance. If it runs ok on the choke it rules out the ignition system. Regards Jim...

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Get your carberator cleaned the pilot jet is blocked

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    Michael Naughton Apr 11, 2015

    I've already cleaned da carburettors, has 2 b sumthin else

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A choke reduces the air flow to make the mixture rich. Unless the mixture is too lean because of fuel issues.

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