I have a 1996 gsxr 750 that has 5000 miles on it the date today is 7/18/2009 roughly basically the bike is barely broken in. I just bought the bike. My neighbor recommended I clean the jets and carbs because the gas in the tank smelled funny. Which we did. We got the bike running to where it would start and idle beautifully with a gravity tank. Then the fuel pump crapped out. I replaced the fuel pump, but not the pet-****. The bike ran fine, started just fine. I drove it 50 miles, all the while noting everywhere I stopped the bike smelled of fuel. Looking under the bike I noticed that the Gas tank vent hose would drip fuel every 5-10 seconds (1 drop), I thought maybeI over-filled the tank at a gas station. I got the bike home because it was a little concerning. The next thing I noticed that the oil level window looked like bourbon. Caramelled color, not just oil and noticed that my oil level was full even if the bike was tipped. So I drained it, the oil that came out was the consistancy of water and smelled of gas. What would cause this? How serious is it? What do I do about? Also the bike when I try to start it now...I turn the kill switch on and can hear the fuel pump, soon as it stops I hit the ignition and all that happens is a click sound, no turning over of the engine. I pulled the # 1 spark plug to check for spark and nodda? Any thoughts that I could try before taking it to the shop and handing over my arms/legs/balls would be greatfully appreciated!
noticed bike not idling properly then it stopped . Got it home checked the spark plug an it had a small amount of water on it. Could it be the water pump seal.noticed bike not idling properly then it stopped . Got it home checked the spark plug an it had a small amount of water on it. Could it be the water pump seal.
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If it's 54 outside and the fan is not running because the cold air is passing through the radiator and the coolant is doing it's job. Then you come up on a red light and basically all of the sudden that 54 degree wind chill has somewhat stopped (because 54 degrees outside and going 50 mile per hour creates quite a wind chill) the engine will heat up, cause the thermostat to open allowing the fluid to flow through the system. Now the fan kicks in at 220 degrees and begins to cool everything back down or you start riding and the wind cools it back down again...........I hope this helps a little. My bike heats up quickly too especially after riding for awhile and then stopping at a red light. I flush my coolant system yearly before the winter. It's generally recommended every 2 years.Ref: https://www.gixxer.com/forums/80-06-07-gsx-r600-750/294175-rapid-heating-idle.html
Around 2000 was the first year for fuel injection for the GSXR 750. It really isn't a 'choke' in the true sense of the word. It's a device that causes a high idle similar to an 'enrichener circuit' to warm up the bike engine. There should be no damage to the engine by leaving it on for a short ride so I'm thinking there was an unlerlying issue with the bike that the previous owner left undisclosed.
Around 2003 that device was abandoned due to the advancement of technology in fuel injection and was no longer needed.
After typing this response I just noticed the original post date was in 2012 and I'm sure the bike has been either repaired, sold or crashed by now but maybe this answer will be helpful to someone else.....
Maybe the points are a bit rusty from it being parked 6 months. Maybe you washed it then parked it and water got onto those special parts. Open The cover to the points and with a piece of fine emery cloth, sand between the contacts. Also maybe new spark plug. You barely just broke the bike in.
run a can of Seaforam in the tank..purchase from Autozone put in 1/3 to two gallons gas drive it around for at least 10 miles to insure it cleans out the whole carb system.if that doesnt work, check all carb hose fittings when bike is at idle spray some Chemtool B-12 ( also at Autozone) around the carb hoses and manifolds..if idle increses thats your problem. Caution: chemtool is very toxic wear gloves and a mask.
In my opinion, the Evo engine is the best engine Harley ever designed. Sure it has a few problem areas but as far a good basic engine or an engine that can be modified for tremendous power, the Evo is the one for me.
Basically, change the engine oil at least every 3000 miles, the primary oil and transmission oil at 5000 mile intervals. Personally, I change the oil in all three every 1000 miles. Oil is much less expensive than engine overhauls.
Check the adjustment of your primary chain everytime you change the oil. Remove the tappet filter screen, (little plug on the crankcase near the oil pump), and clean that every oil change.
Other than that, keep an eye on your rear drive belt tension, your brake pads and fluid level. That's about it. Today's Harleys are better than they've ever been. Take that from someone that works on the old Pans, Shovels, and Ironheads. Today's Harleys are real feats of engineering. Enjoy your bike and ride carefully.
Basically thts the onlyway the fuel can go into the engine if the floats are stuck, another way for thefue to enter the engine is via the air-filter box which may hve the engine breather pipe attached to it somewhere below the box, but yet again the major cause is the float/s.
noticed bike not idling properly then it stopped . Got it home checked the spark plug an it had a small amount of water on it. Could it be the water pump seal.
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