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Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: 97gs500e on August 16, 2005, 01:52:48 PM
This is weird, and I've had this problem since I bought my bike 4 months ago.  It seems that if its below 70-75 degrees F outside, I cannot start my bike, at all.  It cranks and just barely turns over, but won't start (even on a push start).
I've kreemed my tank and replaced the fuel lines recently.  I have a new battery (fully charged with enough electrolyte) new(er) spark plugs (correct heat range and gap) and a new air filter.

If its warm or hot outside it will always start, but sometimes requires a push.  

Any ideas??
Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: davipu on August 16, 2005, 02:15:44 PM
have you ever played with your idle mix screw?
Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: scottpA_GS on August 16, 2005, 02:31:27 PM
You are using full choke right?? and hit the throttle a bit on start as well??

Could be your choke is stuck closed??? check the choke lever on the carb.. work the choke lever and make sure all is moving ok  :thumb:  :thumb:

Just a guess.. something to try
Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: RVertigo on August 16, 2005, 04:20:57 PM
Quote from: davipuhave you ever played with your idle mix screw?
I play with mine all the time...  Oh... You meant...  Riiiight.  :lol:

I need to get my mind out of the gutter. :oops:
Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: 97gs500e on August 17, 2005, 07:43:14 AM
yes, I've been using the choke - there's nothing wrong with the choke.  Adjusting the idle screw hasn't helped...
Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: callmelenny on August 17, 2005, 02:57:37 PM
Does it sound like it is turning over at a slower speed in cooler weather? Have you checked the battery condition?

:dunno:
Title: Cool outside? Bike won't start!
Post by: Catcams on August 17, 2005, 09:28:29 PM
Same thing has been happening to me since a few days.
Temperatures drop around the Same.
Bike does not start instantly once I push the start button.
It cranks & will only start when I twist throttle...it was barely able to start.
It stalls at every corner