Author Topic: SR problems  (Read 936 times)

gn_jase

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SR problems
« on: May 17, 2007, 06:25:00 PM »
Hi, am trying to sort an SR250 I picked up cheap off ebay.  The bike started and ticked over really well, ran for about a mile, backfired then died and won't re-start, at first I thought fuel starvation as it had been standing for a while.  So I drained the carbs and she started again (hooray!).  But next time out did exactly the same thing.  This time I checked the plug for a spark but couldn't get one - also the indicators have stopped working (although all other lights work).  Any ideas much appreciated!

Jas

themoudie

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Re: SR problems
« Reply #1 on: May 17, 2007, 10:42:03 PM »
Ay gn_jase,

Get the battery checked, new spark plug, clean the air filter, new fuel, clean the carb, see how you go!

Regards, Bill

gn_jase

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Re: SR problems
« Reply #2 on: May 18, 2007, 11:13:03 AM »
Thanks Bill,

Will let you know how I get on!

Jas

bikeseamus

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Re: SR problems
« Reply #3 on: May 19, 2007, 09:33:45 AM »
Don't forget to check your electrical connections for corrosion, and the fuse connectors especially should be cleaned.
  An old mechanic taught me to remove and replace all the fuses in my bikes about every three years. it is possible to have a fuse that appears good, shows good continuity on your meter or test light, then it goes open when heated up under a load.
  I was driven crazy a couple times trying to track down a problem identical to yours that turned out to be a bad fuse that appeared good and tested good until I was about 25 miles away. The bike would shut down, then restart after it cooled down for about 15 minutes, then fail again. It was a real learning experience for me, and I learned to listen to experienced old mechanics a little better.
    I remove and replace all my fuses after three years on a commonly used bike, and upgrade to bayonet style fuses and get rid of all the old open or glass style antique fuses now, and never regret this cheap simple upgrade. Being stranded can lead to new and exciting adventures, but it can play hell with your schedule or appointments, and can reduce your motofun.

gn_jase

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Re: SR problems
« Reply #4 on: May 20, 2007, 08:05:44 AM »
Thanks 'Seamus, I am sure the problem is electrical as the plug started sparking again and at that point all I had done was leave it in the shed overnight!  Anyway, I changed it (as it looked quite old and sooted up) and can I get it to spark again - arrgh!!  I've checked the battery, which is fine, ditto the HT lead.  Will check the fuses. 

Cheers

Jas