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How do you start a motorcycle for the first time?
First pull the clutch lever in, then use your left foot to shift down to first gear, and then slowly release the clutch lever, and at the same time gradually roll on the throttle. Now the bike should start moving and you can release the clutch all the way and give a little more throttle.
Why is my bike not kick starting?
If your motorcycle is not starting with kick start and the electric starter is not working as well, then most likely, your battery is dead. Other possible causes for problems in kick-starting could be faulty spark plugs or issues in kick start linkages. You need to get your motorcycle checked up by your mechanic.
Why won’t my bike start after I wash it?
The main reasons why your motorcycle is not starting after washing are – water has entered the electrical components of the ignition system; or into the engine through filters; or has come in contact with other electrical components like battery terminals; or your starter system is wet.
Why do kick starts kick back?
Kickback occurs when a piston is coming up on top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke at the end of a kickstart attempt but does not make it all the way. Instead, the compression pushes the piston back down the cylinder in the reverse direction.
How do you kick-start an old motorcycle?
Although the techniques for kick-starting an old motorcycle are basically the same, every bike is a little different – even the same makes and models can be slightly different. For an engine to start, it must have compression, spark, and fuel.
How do you Prime a kick start bike engine?
Most kick start bikes will require you to prime the engine: with the fuel on and ignition off, engage the choke, hold the throttle partly open and kick the engine over a few times. This will put vacuum in the carburetor, and thus prime the cylinder (s) with fuel.
How to start a motorcycle with a choke?
Kick the bike over two or three times with the fuel and ignition switch off. This is to get the engine primed with oil. Then turn on the fuel valve, the choke or enrichener device, and ignition switch. Twist the throttle once or twice, find the compression stroke and kick.
How to start a motorcycle without ignition?
When cold starting a bike, you want to kick the bike over a couple of times without the ignition switch or the fuel on first. Doing so allows you to prime the engine with oil. Afterward, you can turn on the required switches and get ready to start up your bike.