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idle speed

20 Nov 2009 04:56
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how fast should a z750e idle

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Re: idle speed

20 Nov 2009 08:41
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I keep my KZ650 idle at 1000 RPM. It will idle lower (down to about 700 RPM) but if you idle it too low you may not be supplying enough oil pressure. Ed
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Re: idle speed

21 Nov 2009 03:16
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thanks my idles at 11oo any lower sounds horrible and lumpy
i thought this might be to fast cheers

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Re: idle speed

21 Nov 2009 05:49 - 21 Nov 2009 06:04
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The oem tacks are often less accurate at low rpm.

A good tune-up and carb sync should produce a smooth idle.

On the large fours, the idle is too low when the engine begins sounding like it's digesting nails.

For best idle, would rely more on feel and sound, and less on the tach reading.

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Re: idle speed

21 Nov 2009 10:31
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Check Check Check that cam chain tensioner!

When the cam chain gets a little loose, it starts to get loud and clacky at lower rpms.

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