waterbug Posted November 24, 2008 Share #1 Posted November 24, 2008 I had my 08 carbs worked on as they were leaking, and since then it idles very slow and has died on me a few times. Do I have to tear a bunch of stuff down to get to the idle screws and when I do this do they need synch again? and not ever seeing the carbs on one of these what ones am I looking for? thanks:crying: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeS Posted November 24, 2008 Share #2 Posted November 24, 2008 Just find the " Main Idle Adjust " Screw. Should be on Left, Fwd, Carb. DO NOT, mistake one of the " SYNC " Screws ( 1 on left side, and 2 on right side ) for the Single , Master Idle adjust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAINEAC Posted November 24, 2008 Share #3 Posted November 24, 2008 Mines on the right... and I can turn it with my fingers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithR Posted November 24, 2008 Share #4 Posted November 24, 2008 Have a look at this pic....not sure what year motor is out of. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAINEAC Posted November 24, 2008 Share #5 Posted November 24, 2008 Yup that's where mine is.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbug Posted November 24, 2008 Author Share #6 Posted November 24, 2008 Mine is a 08, is there a adjuster screw on both sides or just on the one? Thanks for the picture that helps alot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeeze Posted November 24, 2008 Share #7 Posted November 24, 2008 Mine is a 08, is there a adjuster screw on both sides or just on the one? Thanks for the picture that helps alot. There can be only one central Adjuster Screw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gibvel Posted November 24, 2008 Share #8 Posted November 24, 2008 Mine is a 08, is there a adjuster screw on both sides or just on the one? Thanks for the picture that helps alot. Just on one side. Sit on the bike... look down by your right thigh, pretty close to right under the very front of the seat/ rear of the tank. You will see a black "fluted" knob with a philips screwdriver slot in the middle. That's your adjuster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbug Posted November 24, 2008 Author Share #9 Posted November 24, 2008 Thanks guys I knew if I asked here I would get someone to help and it turned out more than one. Thanks everyone now maybe I can get her to stop dieing on me when I stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N3FOL Posted November 25, 2008 Share #10 Posted November 25, 2008 A fellow member gave this information to me and I have used it a couple of times to adjust my idle at the recommended RPM. It is also a must have, if you plan to synch your carbs. http://www.sjdiscounttools.com/esi325.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey Posted November 27, 2008 Share #11 Posted November 27, 2008 Am I missing something here? Why are we talking about the owner having to work on a new bike that is still under warranty??? The new ones still have a 5 year warranty like my 99 don't they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N3FOL Posted November 27, 2008 Share #12 Posted November 27, 2008 He may be a good DIY. He wanted to check things out as stated on his first post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegscraper Posted November 27, 2008 Share #13 Posted November 27, 2008 Because for simple maintenance, doing it yourself is much easier than dragging it to the dealer and wasting time waiting around, or having another ride so you can leave and then have to come back and pick it up, and all the hassling around. Do it yourself in a few minutes and be done with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeperhawk Posted November 27, 2008 Share #14 Posted November 27, 2008 Because for simple maintenance, doing it yourself is much easier than dragging it to the dealer and wasting time waiting around, or having another ride so you can leave and then have to come back and pick it up, and all the hassling around. Do it yourself in a few minutes and be done with it. Plus most around here are charging $75 to $85 per hour if it not warranty work. No way, been learning how to do most things myself. Now if someone will just show me how to lube the throttle cables :whistling: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sttenor Posted March 10, 2009 Share #15 Posted March 10, 2009 Because for simple maintenance, doing it yourself is much easier than dragging it to the dealer and wasting time waiting around, or having another ride so you can leave and then have to come back and pick it up, and all the hassling around. Do it yourself in a few minutes and be done with it. Yeah, what he said! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarFan Posted March 10, 2009 Share #16 Posted March 10, 2009 I had my 08 carbs worked on as they were leaking, and since then it idles very slow and has died on me a few times. Do I have to tear a bunch of stuff down to get to the idle screws and when I do this do they need synch again? and not ever seeing the carbs on one of these what ones am I looking for? thanks:crying: Now Waterbug. This tells me it is a must for you to come to Don´s Maintenance Day 6th. of June. Bring a list of "How To" and we will set you straight. You might even get some cheesecake from the ladies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecb Posted March 11, 2009 Share #17 Posted March 11, 2009 I think your carbs are not synced correctly.I can idle mine down to 500 RPM and it runs fine. However, I keep my idle at approximately 850 Rpm cause I worry about oil pressure. I do have a tach on my bike, so I know the idle speed.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbug Posted March 11, 2009 Author Share #18 Posted March 11, 2009 I dont have a tack on mine yet but sometime down the road I will get one. I did have the carbs done last fall and rode it about 1k miles maybe since then but thats gonna change as its above freezing here so I can ride. Yes so far I am going to Dons unless something unforseen happens. I plan on trying to learn alot from you guys even if mine doesnt need anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N3FOL Posted March 11, 2009 Share #19 Posted March 11, 2009 Get one of these...it will help you adjust the idle with confidence...http://www.sjdiscounttools.com/esi325.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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