Ag3NT wrote:
...As it warms up the bike runs great. It's only when cold that it doesn't run. Could there maybe be a hole/leak in the head gasket that is swollen closed when the bike is warm? The bike has always run really lean could this have any bearing?The mech is telling me that the only way to tell of any damage/wear to the pistons is to take the head off. Is there any other way that would be less time intensive?
Could be wrong, but "a hole/leak in the head gasket that is swollen closed when the bike is warm" would not be my prime suspect.
Compression test should be performed with throttle held in wide open position while spinning engine over at cranking speed.
What are psi readings from compression test
without oil added through spark plug holes?
What are psi readings from compression test
with oil added through spark plug holes?
Glad to hear fuel supply to carbs has been assured. If not already done, might also check to assure vent in gas cap is clear.
Post edited by: Patton, at: 2007/02/03 10:09